Shedra Resources

Schedule

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

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DATES
September 27 – 29, 2024
October 4 – 6, 2024

FRIDAY
Evening Teaching: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Meditation and opening prayers: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (in person and on Zoom)
Morning Teaching: 10:00 AM am – 12:00 PM
Discussion Groups: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (in person and on Zoom)
Afternoon Teaching: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Closing prayers: 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM

MEDITATION AND DISCUSSION GROUP SCHEDULE

Morning Meditation and Opening Prayers at 8:30 AM
Join on Zoom here

Discussion Groups at 1:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Join on Zoom here.

Please note: You must download the Zoom application beforehand in order to attend online sessions.

Study Resources

In 2024, Rinpoche continues his commentary on the Treasury of Precious Qualities: Book One: Sutra Teachings (Revised Edition) by Jigme Lingpa. Each of the program’s two weekends consists of 5 teachings, online discussion groups with senior students, and meditation.

Unlike most general Dharma programs, the MSB Shedra provides an opportunity to study in great depth the philosophy of Madhyamaka from both the Svatantrika and Prasangika perspectives. The word shedra refers to a traditional monastic college of higher learning, with a course of study lasting from ten to thirteen years.

Additional Study Resources:

Creating a Sacred Environment when Attending Online Teachings

Rinpoche has urged all of us who attend teachings online to see the time and place when and where we are participating as sacred. In essence, his instruction is to be present as if we were in the shrine room with him and the assembly. Here are some helpful tips to establish your environment.

  • Before the weekend begins, prepare your personal space. Choose an area or room in your home from which to listen to the teachings.
  • Because we are using technology to broadcast this retreat, please make sure you have good internet reception in your retreat area. Turn off cell phones, iPads, radio, TV, and any other device that may be distracting.
  • If members of your household are not participating in the teachings, you may want to share the retreat schedule with them and request their support for your practice.
  • Keep a clear intention not to get distracted by home issues, leave early or multitask while participating online.

How to Live stream or Watch the Recordings

All of the teachings will be live streamed on the Wisdom Productions website. Watch the event live or come back at your convenience. Recordings will be posted a few hours after the talk.

For the first time you watch the stream, we recommend you sign in 20 minutes before the talk.

  1. Log in to your account at wisdomproductions.org.
  2. Once signed in, you will be on your personal Wisdom Productions page. Click on “My Orders” , located on the top left of the screen next to Wisdom Productions logo.
  3. Click on the “Order Code,” which is a series of capital letters and numbers, that sits next to the “Shedra 2024” product.
  4. This leads you to “live streaming” page. Click OPEN to go the next page.
  5. Click on the talk you will be listening to.

Note: If you sign in early, you may need to refresh your browser in order to start the live stream at the designated start time.

Technical Trouble?

If you have a technical question or problems please be kind and patient and visit this page to get support. Support will be offered before and after the teachings.

During the weekend, minimal technical support is offered. While we are doing all we can to ensure that everything goes smoothly, we appreciate your patience with any unforeseen technical glitches. Our heartfelt intention is to bring the teachings to you in the most easeful way possible. Please do remember that we are not a professional customer service department when you interact with the students who serve in this capacity.

Teacher’s Gift

Traditionally a monetary offering is made at the end of a program, presented directly to the teacher in an envelope, along with a khata, or white scarf.

For virtual attendees, we have set up access points below in order to allow the most direct path for the teacher’s gift.

As an alternative to an electronic monetary gift, you are welcome to send a check to the address listed. Please ensure that the check is made out in the teacher’s name (listed directly above the address).

If you prefer, you may send a check payable to:

Kongtrul Jigme Namgyel
PO Box 4088
Boulder, CO 80306

Ways to Continue Your Study and Practice

Interested in studying more with Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche? Rinpoche offers many public programs throughout the year that we encourage you to attend. 

In addition, you’re welcome to join a series of introductory online courses led by senior Mangala Shri Bhuti members. They include audio/video recordings and readings that are designed to give a step-by-step introduction to the unique path of the Mangala Shri Bhuti lineage. Whether you are new to the path or a seasoned practitioner, we’re sure that you will benefit from participating in these courses. These courses are also the entryway for those who aspire to take Rinpoche as their Vajrayana teacher in the future. Take a look at our online learning FAQ for more information.

 
Please contact us if you have any questions at events@mangalashribhuti.org.
 

Covid Guidelines

If you have a positive COVID-19 test, please stay home until your symptoms improve and you’ve been fever-free (without medication) for 24 hours. Should you develop cold-like symptoms during the event, we ask that you test for COVID-19 if possible and inform the Event Coordinators if you have a positive result. For those feeling mildly ill or experiencing a light cold, we request that you wear a mask, and wash hands regularly.

Individuals at higher risk, such as those over 65 or with compromised immune systems, may want to consider taking additional precautions. When returning to normal activities after an illness, please take extra precautions for five days, including practices for cleaner air, enhanced hygiene, wearing masks, physical distancing, and/or testing when indoors with others.

By following these guidelines, we can all help minimize the risk of transmission and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. You can find more information here.

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