在第17世Gyalwa噶瑪巴神聖領導下的傳統噶舉派白教之西方佛教靈性學習中心

The orchard at the Hermitage.歡迎! 我們是一群與西藏佛教噶舉派精神領袖Gyalwa噶瑪巴有關的國際團體，我們當中有信仰實踐者、老師及學生。

The meaning of life involves the whole of humanity in an ongoing spiritual evolution toward greater consciousness. Each individual can participate in this progress through an endeavor to attain Enlightenment.

In our case it is the gentle Buddhist Path, treasured for centuries in the East—India, Tibet, Burma, China, Thailand, etc.—that teaches the way. This Path is a timeless and universal system of spiritual development guided by the practice of meditation. Relevant to anyone of any background, meditation cultivates a life of inner peace, happiness, love, compassion, wisdom and insight. Ours is a "meditation practice" orientated fellowship.

We also believe that a fundamental aspect of the Path consists in working to make the world a better place for all sentient beings, through acts of charity and kindness. Under the direction of His Holiness the Karmapa, head of the Kagyu school of Buddhist practice, we are guided by the spiritual leadership of three exulted Lamas. These are the Venerable Bardok Chusang Rinpoche, the Venerable Karma Gyurme Rinpoche and the Venerable Kunpal Rinpoche. The official abbot of our Fellowship is the most Venerable Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche.

The Dharma Fellowship is the joint venture of all its members and our website reflects this. May this site be of some good in the general distribution of spiritual wisdom and knowledge throughout the world.

Meditation Practice

Meditation in British Columbia

Monday and Wednesday evening meditation is held each week at 7:30pm at the Hermitage on Denman Island, British Columbia, Canada under the guidance of Lama Rodney. The Hermitage also holds five day, seven day and ten day silent retreats, open to all who are interested in learning and practicing meditation. Each retreat is supported by daily instruction and private interviews with the Lama. Please see the Hermitage retreat schedule for details.

The Hermitage

The Hermitage: A centre for meditation and spiritual practice on Denman IslandOur Meditation Centre
We maintain a centre for meditation and spiritual practice on Denman Island, BC, Canada. The Hermitage is made up of 60 acres of beautiful farm land, a number of geodesic domes, and a 30 foot Yurt that houses our temple. We hold meditation retreats and special teachings throughout the year.

 

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Special Visit from Jetsun Kushok, June 5-6, 2010
Jetsun Kushok Chime Luding Rinpoche is a most venerated Sakyapa teacher. She will give the special blessing of Green Tara empowerment and teachings. Please contact the registrar to attend.

Fund Raising Drive (PDF)
Please help preserve the Hermitage vision for years to come. We need your help to offer our popular meditation retreats on a donation basis.

Your Support

Donating to The Hermitage
Following the monastic principles of the East, we do not charge a fixed fee for anyone wishing to attend meditation at The Hermitage. Everything is run on donations alone. Would you like to help the Hermitage benefit all who wish to lead a spiritual life? Please learn more about becoming one of our patrons, or make a donation online using the button below:

          

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The Path of Mahamudra
Library > Member Essays, 02/25/06
The path of Mahamudra, a Sanskrit term which in Tibetan is known as "Chag-chen," the Great Mudra or Seal, is often referred to as the "practice lineage" of Buddhism, the heart-essence of the Buddha's teaching. The path of Mahamudra meditation is a clear cutting through to seeing the true nature of mind just as it is. It is an immediate attainment of Enlightenment, as a result of clearly recognizing the true condition.

By following the yogic teachings of Mahamudra one sets oneself consciously on the path whose ultimate fruit is Nirvana. Thereby liberation from the interminable cycle of birth and death is acquired. Read more »
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