What is karma? Understanding why things happen

Weekend Meditation Retreat

May 9 - 11, 2025

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What is karma? Generally, karma means “action”. From non-virtuous actions comes suffering and from virtuous actions comes happiness: if we believe this, we believe in karma. The law of karma explains why each individual has a unique disposition, a unique physical appearance and unique experiences.  Over this weekend retreat we will explore Buddha’s liberating teachings on karma and learn how to take control of our own future, to prevent suffering and to establish the basic foundation for the path to liberation and enlightenment.

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Teacher:
Gen Kelsang Jigme

Date:
May 9 - 11, 2025

What to Expect

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Price: £80 for event only
(Accommodation & meal options available)

Accommodation Fees

Ensuite Single £60/night
Standard Single (shared bathroom) £50/night
Ensuite Twin/Double £90/night (max 2 ppl)
Standard Twin/Double (shared bathroom) £80/night (max 2 ppl)
Ensuite Triple £120/night (max 3 ppl)
Dormitory (bunk bed) £25/night

Meals

Breakfast is included in the accommodation  price.

Breakfast (if no accommodation) - £5
Lunch - £7
Dinner - £6 (1st january)

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Timetable

MAY 9

Friday

6:00pm
Supper

7:30 - 8.30pm
Introductory talk and meditation

8.30pm
Evening Cafe

MAY 9

MAY 10

Saturday

9.00 - 10.00am
Talk and meditation

10.00 - 11.00am
Tea break in the servery

11.00am - 12.00pm
Talk and meditation

1.00pm
Lunch

4.30 - 5.30pm
Talk and meditation

6.00pm
Supper

7.00 - 8.00pm
Talk and meditation

8.00pm
Evening Cafe

MAY 10

MAY 11

Sunday

9.00 - 9.45am
Talk and meditation

9.45 - 10.30am
Tea break in the servery

10.30 - 11.45am
Talk and meditation with Prayers for World Peace

1.00pm
Lunch

MAY 11

Spaces

A special tranquil place

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, nestled on the edge of the Lake District, offers the perfect setting for a retreat. Surrounded by beautiful woodland and gardens, this peaceful sanctuary provides an ideal space to step away from the busyness of daily life. The centre's stunning temple, tranquil environment, and breathtaking views over Morecambe Bay make it the perfect place to relax, recharge, and deepen your meditation practice. Whether you’re looking to find inner peace or gain clarity and wisdom, this serene location offers everything you need for a truly transformative experience.

Retreat accommodation

Accommodation is in simple, comfortable rooms.  Those on retreats will stay either in a room in the main building of Conishead Priory or in a room in one of the cottages that line the gardens and overlook the Temple for World Peace. You can choose single, twin or shared rooms and there are limited number of en-suite rooms available. Book early to get a full choice of accommodation.

Experiences

Every person who visits and takes part in a course at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre leaves with a unique experience of peace in their heart. This experience is shaped by our circumstances in life and how these ancient teachings, adapted to our modern lives, touch our heart. Because each of us is a unique individual, we will each have our own special meaningful experience to take home with us.

Testimonials

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Milob

Retreat Experience

II was able to do a one-month retreat in January, and it has been the most significant experience of my life. I found within my own heart a light, a peace that permeated everything. Every moment became a magical experience, where the divine and the extraordinary made everything feel out of this world. I truly hope everyone has the opportunity to experience the same and is inspired to do a retreat in this special place.

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Laurence

Retreat Experience

Attending the retreat has been a life-changing experience. I discovered a sense of inner peace I never thought possible, and it continues to guide me in my everyday life. The teachings were profound, and the atmosphere was filled with kindness and serenity. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking personal growth and transformation.

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Andre

Retreat Experience

The retreat allowed me to pause and reconnect with myself in a way I hadn’t imagined. The meditations brought clarity and calm, and the peaceful environment of the centre made it a perfect place for deep reflection. I left feeling renewed and full of purpose.

Resources

Follow on

Spotify Podcast
Weekly episodes on meditation & buddhism

YouTube
Regular videos on meditation & buddhism

Related reading from Tharpa.com

Venue

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FAQ

Contact

info@manjushri.org

01229 584029

How to get here

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Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Conishead Priory
Ulverston
LA12 9QQ