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What we’re about
www.meditationinboston.org
Kadampa Meditation Center Boston offers an wide program of meditation classes, study programs, and retreats. The methods and practices taught at the center are suitable for all individuals, whatever your level of interest. By following Buddha’s special advice, we can relax our mind, dissolve our pain and fear, and become of greater benefit to others.
A typical class consists of a gentle relaxation meditation, teaching, discussion, and a concluding meditation. The meditations are guided and are suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Each class is self-contained so feel free to join at any time!
Our Resident Teacher is Gen Kelsang Khedrub, a Buddhist monk for over 25 years, who has taught around the USA since 1997.
We offer ongoing meditation classes in Cambridge, Back Bay, Newton, and Portland, ME. In addition we also hold retreats, day workshops, and special events, all of which are open to everyone regardless of background or experience.
Everyone is welcome – just drop into any class!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sunday Morning Meditation - a summer seriesKadampa Meditation Center Boston, Cambridge, MA$12.00
https://www.meditationinboston.org/sundays-in-cambridge
Sunday Morning Meditation: a summer series
Sundays, 11:00am-12:15pm
August 4, 11, 18 and 25This world needs more peace. We can all be a part of bringing this about by becoming a more peaceful person. An essential part of being able to benefit others is becoming stronger ourselves and creating more balance in our life.
This Sunday morning meditation class will look at Buddha’s teachings on patience and on the practice of loving kindness. Each week will include:
- guided breathing meditation
- a short teaching on how to access more inner calm and kindness
- a practice of some short chanted prayers in English called Prayers for World Peace
- a concluding contemplative time
Schedule:
August SeriesAugust 4 - Responding, not retaliating - with Nini Rodriguez
August 11 - How to cherish difficult people - with Nini Rodriguez
August 18 - The Heart Sutra: the power of compassion
August 25 - The Heart Sutra: the power of wisdomCost: $12 / free for members.Pay at the door or register in advance at: https://www.meditationinboston.org/sundays-in-cambridge
Location: This event will be held at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston, located at 2298 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge, just a few blocks from the Davis Square T stop. There is free parking available, please email us at education@meditationinboston.org
- How to Transform Your Mind - a meditation class seriesKadampa Meditation Center Boston, Cambridge, MA$12.00
Our mind has limitless potential. But we can easily find ourself stuck in repetitive ways of thinking and behaving. Buddha taught many gentle methods to help us transform our mind and break free from old habits. Buddha also taught ways to stabilize more realistic, constructive and positive views, intentions and actions. It all starts with understanding and transforming our own mind.
Our Wednesday meditation classes take a practical look at Buddha’s wisdom teachings and how it can be applied to our modern life.
Each week will include:
- guided breathing meditation
- a short teaching on how to access more inner calm and kindness
- a concluding contemplative time
- Q&A time
August 7 - Meditation and daily life - with Joe Kovaz
August 14 - Joyful effort: managing ourself better - with Leela Dodda
August 21 - Compassion and wisdom - with Gen Khedrub
August 28 - The power of imagination - with Gen KhedrubLocation: This event will be held at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston, located at 2298 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge, just a few blocks from the Davis Square T stop. There is free parking available, please email us at education@meditationinboston.org
Gen Kelsang Khedrub is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism under the guidance of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 30 years. Gen Khedrub has served as a Resident Teacher in Chicago and in Seattle, and over the years he has taught special events and led meditation retreats around the country. His heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humor that make them accessible to everyone.
- Sunday Morning Meditation - a summer seriesKadampa Meditation Center Boston, Cambridge, MA$12.00
https://www.meditationinboston.org/sundays-in-cambridge
Sunday Morning Meditation: a summer series
Sundays, 11:00am-12:15pm
August 4, 11, 18 and 25This world needs more peace. We can all be a part of bringing this about by becoming a more peaceful person. An essential part of being able to benefit others is becoming stronger ourselves and creating more balance in our life.
This Sunday morning meditation class will look at Buddha’s teachings on patience and on the practice of loving kindness. Each week will include:
- guided breathing meditation
- a short teaching on how to access more inner calm and kindness
- a practice of some short chanted prayers in English called Prayers for World Peace
- a concluding contemplative time
Schedule:
August SeriesAugust 4 - Responding, not retaliating - with Nini Rodriguez
August 11 - How to cherish difficult people - with Nini Rodriguez
August 18 - The Heart Sutra: the power of compassion
August 25 - The Heart Sutra: the power of wisdomCost: $12 / free for members.Pay at the door or register in advance at: https://www.meditationinboston.org/sundays-in-cambridge
Location: This event will be held at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston, located at 2298 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge, just a few blocks from the Davis Square T stop. There is free parking available, please email us at education@meditationinboston.org
- How to Transform Your Mind - a meditation class seriesKadampa Meditation Center Boston, Cambridge, MA$12.00
Our mind has limitless potential. But we can easily find ourself stuck in repetitive ways of thinking and behaving. Buddha taught many gentle methods to help us transform our mind and break free from old habits. Buddha also taught ways to stabilize more realistic, constructive and positive views, intentions and actions. It all starts with understanding and transforming our own mind.
Our Wednesday meditation classes take a practical look at Buddha’s wisdom teachings and how it can be applied to our modern life.
Each week will include:
- guided breathing meditation
- a short teaching on how to access more inner calm and kindness
- a concluding contemplative time
- Q&A time
August 7 - Meditation and daily life - with Joe Kovaz
August 14 - Joyful effort: managing ourself better - with Leela Dodda
August 21 - Compassion and wisdom - with Gen Khedrub
August 28 - The power of imagination - with Gen KhedrubLocation: This event will be held at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston, located at 2298 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge, just a few blocks from the Davis Square T stop. There is free parking available, please email us at education@meditationinboston.org
Gen Kelsang Khedrub is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism under the guidance of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 30 years. Gen Khedrub has served as a Resident Teacher in Chicago and in Seattle, and over the years he has taught special events and led meditation retreats around the country. His heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humor that make them accessible to everyone.