Join us for “The Power of Giving” to learn a powerful and proven meditation practice for increasing our good heart and capacity to skillfully benefit others.
In this class, we will delve into the powerful practice of ‘Giving,’ an ancient method practised by past meditation masters to enhance their love and generosity beyond the ordinary. In this meditation practice, we will train in giving happiness to every person we meet or think about.
How does this practice work? Based on the mind of love, we train in the mind of giving – both and out of meditation. In meditation we use the power of our imagination to increase our capacity to give to others.
Then, through remembering our meditation experience, in daily life we will discover many opportunities to help others – whether through giving love, good advice, fearlessness, or material support. In this way, we can expand our good qualities and be of great benefit to others.
Join us for this transformative Monday Meditation and discover the profound impact that the practice of ‘Giving’ can have on our lives. Everyone is welcome to attend.
About the series
This class is part of a 23 week series based on “The New Meditation Handbook” by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, which explains the step-by-step stages of the path to enlightenment known as “Lamrim” in Tibetan. This structured presentation of Buddha’s teachings is very helpful for modern people.
“The meditation practices presented in this book are actual methods to control our mind. Because everyone has different wishes and capacities, many different levels of meditation practice are given […]. By continuously engaging in these meditations with joy and patience, we will accomplish the ultimate goal of human life.” – Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
During this series you will learn 21 meditations and become familiar with the sadhana “Prayers for Meditation”. For anyone wishing to read along and practise the meditations at home, “The New Meditation Handbook” and the sadhana “Prayers for Meditation” can be purchased at the Copenhagen Centre.
Joining a class
Each class can be attended individually or as part of the series and consists of two guided meditations, a teaching, some discussion, and an opportunity to ask questions.
You do not need to be a Buddhist or have any particular belief or faith to join the class and participate – Buddha taught for everyone. With an open mind we guarantee that you will learn a lot and emerge a wiser and more skilled meditator!
Most people sit on chairs, though some meditation cushions are available. No previous experience is needed and you can “drop-in” to any class on Mondays.
Doors open at 17:45. After the class you’re invited to stay for tea to enjoy a community of like-minded people.
Everyone is welcome.
