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Cultivating Stillness: Weekly Meditation Practice

With Matthew Zalichin

February 20 - May 28, 2024
Tuesdays 5 - 6 pm | Online only through March 19
We welcome you to this weekly practice of calm-abiding (shamatha) meditation, suited both for beginners and those who which to reinvigorate and sustain their practice. Deepen your experience of the essential art of meditation as found in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, guided by our experienced instructors. This class not only provides a structured environment for practice but also emphasizes active engagement through open discussion and a dedicated Q&A segment. Each session unfolds with a purposeful meditation period, allowing participants to fully immerse themselves in the transformative practices inspired by the rich traditions of Buddhism. This "hands-on" experience provides a unique…
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The Treasury of Blessings: Weekly Group Practice

With Matthew Zalichin

February 22 - May 30, 2024
Thursdays 5 - 6 pm | Online only through March 21
We invite you to join this weekly practice of the Treasury of Blessings, a liturgy to unlocks the profound path of Buddha Shakyamuni. Each session will begin with a guided group practice in English, and include space to cultivate one's meditation practice, the key to Phakchok Rinpoche's Path of Meditation program. Our experienced instructor will provide simple yet impactful instructions, combining the Treasury of Blessings with the transformative power of meditation. After each practice session, there will be an opportunity for open discussion and Q&A segment. Share insights, ask questions, and connect with like-minded individuals on the spiritual path. Whether…
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Sundays at Samye: Study & Practice Group

With Michael Friedman

February 25 - May 26, 2024
Sundays 11 am - 12:30 pm | Onsite at Samye NY
On Sundays from 11 am to 12:30 pm or so, we offer meditation, study of essential texts, and group discussion, covering varying topics in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. Our atmosphere is informal, the meditation simple and straightforward, and, though some familiarity with buddhadharma is certainly helpful, it is not required. (A good practitioner always cultivates beginner’s mind.) Currently we are looking deeply into the four foundations, crucial preliminary teachings and practices that provide an unshakeable basis for genuine engagement with the Buddhist path. Our principle texts at present are Words of My Perfect Teacher by Patrul Rinpoche as well as…
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Welcome to Samye

Samye Hermitage New York is a center for the study and practice of Tibetan Buddhism. Situated on 26 acres in the rolling hills of Upstate New York, the natural beauty of our surroundings provides a perfect backdrop for the integration of this precious wisdom tradition.

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  1. Deepen your personal practice on our retreat land—for a weekend, a week, or longer.

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  2. Three tracks of practice, study, and service offered, under the guidance of our esteemed teachers.

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  3. For experienced practitioners, this retreat is renowned for its spiritual impact.

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