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SUMMARY:Buddha's Return from Heaven Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a special Offering to the Spiritual Guide practice to celebrate Buddha’s Return from Heaven Day. \n\nThe following explanation is an extract from a talk given by Geshe Kelsang on this day in 1991: \n‘On this day we celebrate Buddha’s return from the desire god realm called Land of the Thirty-three Heavens\, where he had been to visit his mother who had been reborn there. \nTraditionally this day also marks the end of the summer retreat. Every year\, during the summer months\, Buddha did a three-month retreat with his disciples. His reason for doing this was to avoid harming insects and other animals. \nIf we go out a lot during the summer months we will naturally kill more insects and other animals than at other times of the year. The nature of Buddhadharma is compassion – an unbiased compassion that is not just for human beings but for every living being\, including animals. \nIn fact\, we should have stronger compassion for animals than for human beings because animals suffer more. Human beings have better conditions and are more fortunate than animals. Because animals have so much suffering and no freedom\, out of compassion Buddhists should try not to kill or disturb them. So\, for three months during the summer\, Buddha advised his disciples to retreat\, staying always inside and living carefully and conscientiously. \nOne year during the annual summer retreat Buddha went to the Land of the Thirty-three Heavens. After his mother died she had taken rebirth in this god realm\, so-called because it has thirty-three different types of god. \nThe king of this realm is called Indra. The Indra who was king at that time was also Buddha’s disciple and he invited Buddha to go there. So Buddha went to benefit his mother and also\, at Indra’s request\, to benefit the other gods living there. He stayed three months\, and then returned on this day. \nThis day is therefore very special. It is said that if we engage in any kind of virtuous action on this day it becomes especially powerful and our merit greatly increases. For example\, if we offer one single light offering this action is multiplied to become millions of light offerings. \nOn this day we should especially remember Buddha’s kindness.’ \n  \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85062554790 \nMeeting ID: 850 6255 4790 \n 
URL:https://meditationinsantabarbara.org/event/buddhas-return-from-heaven-day-3/
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\nStress Relief \n  \nEveryone is welcome to drop in at the Center for lunchtime meditations. \nLet go of your stress and concerns\, unwind\, and enjoy a place of peace in the middle of your work week. In our busy lives\, we need to nourish our mind as well as our bodies. Come enjoy a relaxing lunchtime break with a guided breathing meditation.
URL:https://meditationinsantabarbara.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-34/2021-09-22/
LOCATION:Mahakankala Kadampa Buddhist Center\, 1825 State Street Suite 202\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunchtime,Public
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Evening Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:  \nBuddhist Meditations for Everyone:\nThe Year of the Bodhisattva\n  \nWhat can I do about the problems of the world? How can I respond to the pain and suffering in my heart\, and that I see all around me? \nAt a time where the uncertainty and chaos of life can feel overwhelming\, the world needs people who are dedicated to spiritual development for the benefit of others\, motivated by a wish to reach their highest spiritual potential. In Buddhism\, these people are called Bodhisattvas. \nThese meditation classes will connect us with our own good heart by offering practical Buddhist advice that aligns us with our best possible version of our self – a Bodhisattva\, friend of all. \n  \n\nEach class begins with a guided breathing meditation and brief prayers\, and culminates with a second meditation based upon the evening’s topic. Perfect for beginners or those with meditation experience. Open to everyone. \nPlease arrive a few minutes early to settle\, whether in person or online. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84060006948 \nMeeting ID: 840 6000 6948\n 
URL:https://meditationinsantabarbara.org/event/wednesday-evening-meditation-class/2021-09-22/
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