Nalendra Buddhist Institute Melbourne
Healesville, Victoria
Pilgrimage to Nepal and India
September 2024
HEZR will guide a pilgrimage to the holy sites of the Buddha in Nepal and India in September 2024. The month long pilgrimage will commence in Delhi and include holy sites in India and Nepal. Please read more about the journey itinerary and specifics, and Rinpoche's inspirational cover letter and daily vow. Time is of the essence so please act fast to book. Contact Dorothy Daykin: daykindorothy@gmail.com, 0412929002
Buddhist Meditation
Thursdays
19:00 - 19:30 AEST
Term 4 starts 5 October 2023
Guided meditation on Thursdays during school terms, led by experienced meditators Michelle J and Michelle M. Everyone is welcome.
Wednesday Dharma
19:30 - 21:30 AEST
Term 4 starts 11 October 2023
Hezr will continue to share insights about the Rinchen Terdzo initiations and teachings he recently received in Sikkim.
Saturday Program
10:00 - 15:00 AEST
Term 4 starts 7 October 2023
On Saturdays during school term students share their knowledge on Shantideva's Bodhisattva's Way of Life, followed by a wisdom talk from Dagpo Shabdrung Rinpoche and a recorded meditation by HEZR (while he is on sabbatical). Online registration is essential.
Buddhism 101
Thursdays
19:30 - 20:00 AEST
Term 4 starts 5 October 2023
A foundational course delivered by Andrew MacMillan.
Annual Mahakala Puja
28, 29 & 30 December 2023
His Eminence Zimo'g Rinpoche performs this practice annually prior to the turning of the New Year to bring prosperity for the year ahead. This year it will be an elaborate puja to help save the planet.
King of the Dharmapalas, Mahakala brings peace in the world in general, and helps individual Vajrayana practitioners on the path to Buddhahood. It is our privilege to be welcomed to join this timely and necessary act of compassion. All Buddhists who have taken refuge and been endorsed for a Vajrayana initiation of any kind can participate.
Taking part in the full three days is recommended. It has been advised by many great masters that participation from start to finish is most beneficial for your spiritual development, as well as helping to maintain the momentum of the group energy to bring maximum benefit during the Puja and for all beings in the long run.
Annual Animal Blessing
Saturday 18 November 2023
Queens Park Healesville
Each spring HEZR offers an Animal Blessing Ceremony for the wellbeing of all animals past and present. Inspired by World Animal Day, this is a great opportunity to assist our animal friends on the path to liberation as well as being an enjoyable day for all of the family.
The ceremony includes recitation of Sutra, Mantras and offering prayers for the health, longevity and release from suffering of our beloved animal beings. The animals are given blessing cords as well as blessed water and food. Following the ceremony we will enjoy a vegetarian picnic lunch.
All are welcome to participate by bringing their pet, or that of a relative/friend. Children may even bring their stuffed toys for blessing! If you intend to bring any large animals, please let us know. The names and photographs of any animals that need prayers can be brought for the blessing if they are not able to come or are no longer with us.
Phowa Retreat
2024 dates to be advised
Hezr will offer a Phowa retreat in April 2024. The exact dates and location will be posted soon,
Upcoming Holy Practice Days
Holy days in the Tibetan calander that fall on a weekend will be commemorated at Nalandra. Join our mailing list to be informed of the details.
Sunday 24 September: Padmasamhava Tsok for Guru Rinpoche Day
Sunday 29 October: Post-Full Moon day practice
Saturday 4 November: Lhabab Duchen
28, 29 & 30 December: Mahakala Puja for World Peace
Upcoming Retreat
In April 2024 Hezr will offer a 10 day Phowa Retreat. Stay tuned for precise dates and details.
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Serkhang Nalendra
46 Crowley Road Healesville, Victoria 3777 Australia
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