New Year's Eve Celebration
24-hour Tara Chanting Retreat
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2025
NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION WITH GEN-LA DEKYONG
Time for a New Perspective
December 31
Time for a New Perspective ~ Learning to be happy whatever happens!
Begin 2026 with a new perspective that will help you maintain a happy mind, whatever happens. Learn special ways of thinking to create the life you long for – and make it your best year yet!
Schedule:
- 7:30-9:00pm Talk with meditation
- 9:00-11:00pm Vegetarian Buffet (Vegan & Gluten free options available)
Fee £25
If you wish you can choose to stay for one or more sessions of Tara Chanting Retreat.
Dec 31 - Jan 1
24 hour Tara Chanting Retreat
A special and wonderful way to begin the New Year at the Kadampa Temple for World Peace with praises and requests to Arya Tara, following the powerful prayers Liberation from Sorrow. Arya Tara has the power to free us from sorrow and fulfil our wishes for a happy, meaningful life.
Everyone is welcome!
Schedule:
31st Dec
11 pm: Tara Chanting Prayers
1st Jan
3am: Tara Chanting Prayers
7am: Tara Chanting Prayers
11am: Tara Chanting Prayers
3pm: Tara Chanting Prayers
7pm: Tara Chanting Prayers
Overnight accommodation is available for those who wish to join Tara chanting.
Timetable
DEC 31
Wednesday
7:30-9:00pm
Talk and meditation
9:00pm
Vegetarian Buffet (Vegan & Gluten free options availible)
11pm
Tara Chanting Prayers
JAN 1
Thursday
3:00am
Tara Chanting Prayers
7:00am
Tara Chanting Prayers
11:00am
Tara Chanting Prayers
3:00pm
Tara Chanting Prayers
7:00pm
Tara Chanting Prayers
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
Venue
Yes you can sit on a chair! There are also other seating arrangements for those who like to sit on the floor in the traditional cross legged style.
Yes, you can attend just part of the course. Some classes are drop in but for longer courses our flexible booking system allows you to choose the specific days you wish to attend. Simply log into the booking system and select the days that best fit your schedule. If you have any further questions or need assistance with the booking process, feel free to contact reception.
Yes, absolutely! There will be ample opportunities for questions to be answered throughout the course. You’ll have the chance to engage with the teacher and interact with other people attending.
Yes. Please check the “Resources” section on this page. It contains links to the books covered in the course, as well as a podcast and YouTube channel for additional learning and insights.
No, there are no specific practices or rituals you need to be familiar with before attending. However, please note that there will be some short chanted prayers to start and conclude of some sessions. You can follow the words in the booklets that will be supplied. There is no obligation to sing, but it is very beneficial to follow the meaning of the words for a successful meditation practice.
The meals provided are vegetarian. You can choose gluten-free and/or vegan options when booking. If you have any allergies, please make sure to inform us in advance. A full menu with ingredients will be listed in the servery, please check if you are unsure.
Yes, we do have facilities for disabled people. This includes disabled parking, accommodation, bathrooms and access to the temple. If you are hard of hearing, please let us know so that we can supply you with headphones during the teaching. For any additional questions or specific needs, please contact reception.
No, our courses are presented in a way that is accessible to everyone, and no religious obligation is required.
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