Retreat of Five Preliminary Practices

Join us for a transformative two-day practice-intensive retreat where we will come together as a community to engage in the core preliminary practices of Tibetan Buddhism. This event is designed for those who have some familiarity with the five preliminaries and wish to deepen their practice through direct experience and shared commitment. Over the two days, we will practice these essential preliminaries together, creating a supportive environment for purification, devotion, and spiritual growth.
We will focus on the following five core practices:

1. Refuge – Taking refuge in the Three Jewels: Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, and reaffirming our commitment to the path.
2. Bodhicitta – Cultivating the aspiration to attain Buddhahood for the benefit of all beings, expanding our hearts and minds with compassion.
3. Prostration – Offering our body, speech, and mind in devotion and humility, purifying obstacles and generating merit.
4. Guru Yoga – Deepening our connection with the teacher and the blessings of the lineage, cultivating wisdom and compassion.
5. Mandala Offering – Offering the entire universe to the Buddha as a symbol of generosity and the purification of attachment and pride.

We will also recite The Sutra of Great Liberation in the morning.

1. The Sutra of Great Liberation – Reciting this powerful text together to purify our negative karma and connect to the wisdom of the Buddha.

#### How the Event Will Unfold:

• Practice as a Group: This event will be focused entirely on the collective practice of these five preliminaries. We will come together each day to engage in refuge-taking, bodhicitta meditation, prostrations, mandala offering, guru yoga, and recite The Sutra of Great Liberation as a group. The focus will be on integrating these practices deeply into our hearts and minds.
• Shared Devotion and Purification: Through our collective effort, we will purify negative karma, generate merit, and strengthen our commitment to the path of awakening. The group practice will create a powerful, supportive atmosphere for each participant to deepen their own experience.
• Continuous Practice: The event will be a continuous flow of practice, with sessions held throughout the day, allowing us to stay immersed in the energy of the practices. We will create a space where each person can deepen their connection to the teachings and experience the power of these practices in their lives.

#### Who Should Attend:

This retreat is open to individuals who:

• Have already begun the practice of the five preliminaries or have some familiarity with these core practices.
• Are committed to practicing together as a group, with the intention of deepening their experience and completing or refining their practice of the preliminaries.
• Are seeking a supportive, focused environment for spiritual purification and growth.

If you’re looking for a space to practice and immerse yourself fully in the preliminaries—without additional teachings—this retreat is for you. Join us to deepen your practice, cultivate compassion, and engage in a shared journey towards spiritual liberation.