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SUMMARY:Mahayana Precepts
DESCRIPTION:The practice of taking and keeping the eight Mahayana precepts is a special practice of moral discipline that is performed with compassion for all living beings. The essence of the practice is to take eight precepts — promising to abstain for 24 hours from eight actions: (1) killing\, (2) stealing\, (3) sexual activity\, (4) lying\, (5) taking intoxicants\, (6) eating after lunch\, (7) sitting on high or luxurious thrones or seats\, and (8) wearing ornaments\, perfume\, singing and dancing and so forth – and to keep them purely for this period of time. This practice is performed monthly at Kadampa Buddhist Centers worldwide on the 15th of each month. \nTo join via Livestream Click Here
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/mahayana-precepts-2/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mahayana Precepts,Puja
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SUMMARY:Meditation for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center in the heart of Sarasota. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know our temple and world peace garden\, relax and enjoy a fun morning in serene surroundings. The activities\, which include a simple guided meditation\, story\, art and outdoor games\, are designed to help children and families cultivate inner peace and positive states of mind. All families are welcome! \n$5 Suggested Donation
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/meditation-for-kids-3/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation for Kids,Weekly Drop-In Class
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SUMMARY:How to Think Like a Meditator
DESCRIPTION:There are so many benefits to meditation\, now is the time to experience them for yourself. Whether you are new to meditation or wish to deepen and improve your practice\, this weekly series is for you. \nMeditation is much more than simply stopping thoughts. In these classes\, we will take a practical and insightful look at the mind itself\, exploring the different mental functions that support successful meditation. By understanding the different parts of the mind that come together in a successful meditation\, we can assess our strengths\, address areas for improvement\, and develop the skills for deeper\, more meaningful meditations. \n\nWeek 1- Understanding the Mind and it’s Parts\nWeek 2- Developing Meaningful Aspirations\nWeek 3- Finding our Object of Meditation\nWeek 4 – Mindfulness\, the Heart of Meditation\nWeek 5 – Concentration and Mental Suppleness\nWeek 6 – The Power of Wisdom\n\nWe will be using How to Understand the Mind by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso as the basis for this series. \n \n  \nChildren Welcome! Check out our ongoing kids class offered concurrently with this Sunday class. Meditation for Kids (for children ages 4 – 12)
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/how-to-think-like-a-meditator-5/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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SUMMARY:Wishfulfilling Jewel with food offering
DESCRIPTION:This practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. In the first part we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa and make prayers and requests to purify negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings. This prepares our mind for a 15-minute meditation on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment. After the meditation we make prayers to our Dharma Protector\, Dorje Shugden. Through this we can overcome obstacles to our practice and increase our pure Dharma realizations. \nThis practice includes a tsog offering so you can bring a vegetarian food or beverage\, packaged or prepared\, as an offering if you wish. Fruits\, vegetables\, cookies\, crackers\, dips\, and bottled beverages include some examples of  common tsog offering items.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/wishfulfilling-jewel-with-food-offering-3/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,Wishfulfilling Jewel
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