Milarepa Day, Saturday, February 24th celebrates the enlightenment and life example of Milarepa, one of Tibet’s most famous and beloved yogi-practitioners. Milarepa is known for achieving enlightenment in one lifetime, exemplifying the fruits of perseverance. Practice needs a strong heart – then enlightenment is possible!

The celebration involves gathering to read and chant aloud the Rain of Wisdom, a book of stories, poems, and songs from the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, including Tilopa, Marpa, Milarepa, Gampopa, Mikyo Dorje, and Chogyam Trungpa. Milarepa Day is an opportunity to experience a taste of the profundity, joy, heartbreak, and humour of the spiritual journey.

Details:

• No prior practice or study necessary to attend or to enjoy!
• The readings will begin at 9am and continue on, with breaks, until 9pm (or earlier if we complete the book).
• You may arrive at any time and join for as long as you wish.
• Event is in the Main Shrine Room, with chairs and meditation cushions available for sitting.
• Copies of the book will be available to use. If you own a copy, please bring it with you.