General Spiritual Director
A Weekend of Empowerment and Blessings
Dec 18, 2024
A Weekend of Empowerment and Blessings
Empowerments at centers bring people together, and give us powerful inspiration for our practice. In ordinary life it is so essential that students have these opportunities to strengthen their connection with Buddha and refresh their spiritual life.
Empowerment of Long life Buddha Amitayus at KMC Durban
In the midst of our turbulent, suffering world, extraordinary moments occasionally arise. One such moment recently took place at Kadampa Meditation Centre Durban. Through the kindness of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, the conditions came together for a group of fortunate individuals to receive the empowerment of Buddha Amitayus.
This deeply moving and transformative experience offered the special blessings of a profound guided meditation ceremony. The practices we learned enabled us to strengthen and protect our most precious possession—our life—and to increase both our good fortune and wisdom.
We are deeply grateful to Venerable Geshe-la and to Gen Jampel for granting this empowerment.
Empowerment of Wisdom Buddha Manjushri at KMC Chicago
Over fifty people joined us last weekend for the empowerment of Wisdom Buddha Manjushri at KMC Chicago. The Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Zamling graciously granted the empowerment, shared profound teachings, and guided us through the Treasury of Wisdom practice.
In the morning, we received the blessing empowerment of Buddha Manjushri, a beautiful and uplifting guided meditation designed to help establish a special connection with Buddha Manjushri. This empowering experience allowed us to receive his wisdom and blessings, deepening our understanding and spiritual connection.
In the afternoon, we were further enriched by insightful teachings and participated in guided meditation sessions that allowed us to integrate the wisdom of Manjushri into our practice. These sessions provided us with practical tools to cultivate clarity, insight, and wisdom in our daily lives.
Empowerment of Je Tsongkhapa at KMC New Mexico
The community of KMC New Mexico received the blessing empowerment of Je Tsongkhapa, granted by Gen Kelsang Khyenwang. Some were fortunate to experience their very first empowerment, while others had received many in the past. Regardless of their previous experience, everyone was inspired by the clear and joyful teachings from Gen Khyenwang during both the empowerment and the commentary.
During lunch, the community area was filled with laughter and lively conversation.
The afternoon included three sessions of Heart Jewel retreat, and the day concluded with prayers to Buddha Tara. It was a beautiful, joyous weekend, brimming with powerful blessings.
