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Three Days of Buddhist Teachings with Dr. Lye (In-Person Sold Out)


  • Ecumenical Buddhist Society 1516 West 3rd Street Little Rock, AR, 72201 United States (map)

Registration is open for our summer 2022 retreat with Dr. Hun Lye. Dr. Lye is the founder of Urban Dharma NC, based in Asheville. The title and position of Dorjé Lopön (Vajra Master) was bestowed upon him by His Holiness Drikung Kyabgön Chetsang Rinpoché, the leader of the Drikung Kagyü lineage of Tibetan Buddhism at Drikung Kagyü Institute in Dehradun, India. He has been a teacher at EBS since 2015. Dr. Lye brings a refreshing approach to Buddhism for all students.

ZOOM ATTENDANCE IS STILL AVAILABLE

In-person attendance has sold out, but the retreat can still be attended via Zoom. Due to rising Covid case numbers, in-person attendance was limited to 30 people and advance registration was required. In-person attendees should bring proof of vaccination. A Zoom link will be sent to everyone who registers.

COMMUNITY RENEWAL REFUGE CEREMONY

Friday, July 29, 7:00-8:30 pm
Free

"Going for Refuge" is a formal ceremony for affirming our trust in the guidance and support of the Buddha's example, teachings, and community. Open to anyone who wants to take refuge for the first time, those who want to renew their commitment and those who just want to observe this heart-warming Buddhist ceremony. Every EBS practice group will participate and share the refuge traditions of their lineages. 

MAITRI: THE PATH OF LOVING KINDNESS

Saturday, July 30, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Suggested donation: $65 for Sat., $120 for Sat. and Sun.
Please bring a sack lunch; EBS provides tea, water and coffee.

The Buddha praised Loving Kindness as a supreme armor against harms, a release of heart that frees us from fear, and a state of being that is loved and protected. Dr. Lye will teach loving kindness meditation practices drawn from the most ancient Buddhist traditions.

A FEW WORDS ON MAHAMUDRA

Sun. July 31, 9:00-2:00
Suggested donation: $65 for Sat., $120 for Sat. and Sun.
Please bring a sack lunch; EBS provides tea, water and coffee.

Reading from a newly translated text, we will look at the key points of Mahamudra practice for progressively moving from a confused, ordinary state of mind to the awakened state of a Buddha.

Questions?

Please Contact Melissa Gill at meegill@gmail.com or at 520-425-2773.

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