The second weekend of Pure Land events deals with the esoteric application of Pure Land doctrine. How does the tantric tradition relate to Pure Lands, and how can I discover a Pure Land right here and now? What is the relationship between the tantric mandala and the pure lands of the various contemplative archetype buddhas? Where does Shambhala fit in, and what is the essence of purification? How does phowa, and the bardo teachings in general, relate to the Pure Lands? What are the “hidden lands” (beyul) and how do we find them? The relationship of pure land to pure mind is explored: how the transformation of one implies the transformation of the other.  

We can use the Pure Land tradition to augment our spiritual path, and to prepare us for our eventual rebirth into a Pure Land – either in the next moment, or in our next life. In addition to talks and discussion, both weekends present meditations that pave our way to a Pure Land now — and after death.  

Live sessions with Andrew on Friday at 7–9 pm, Saturday at 11 am–2 pm and 3:30–6:30 pm, and Sunday at 11 am–2 pm and 3:30–5:30 pm ET.

Life is full of challenges. Not surprisingly, the spiritual path itself is filled with obstacles, detours, and snares—countless ways we can be ambushed or get stuck. In this online workshop, we will explore the many ways we suffer and how we can work with physical and psychological pain.

Where does bodywork and therapy fit in? Why does it seem so hard to get enlightened? In trying to alleviate our pain, we can fall into subtle traps, from spiritual bypassing to spiritual materialism to escapism. What are the blind spots on the path and how can we transform them?

Using integral approaches from Yoga, the wisdom traditions, philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience, we will bring these obstacles to light and use them to accelerate the path. This workshop will include contemplations, guided meditations, and plenty of time for discussion.

Live sessions with Andrew on Friday at 7–9 pm, Saturday at 11 am–2 pm and 3:30–6:30 pm, and Sunday at 11 am–2 pm and 3:30–5:30 pm ET.

Life is full of challenges. Not surprisingly, the spiritual path itself is filled with obstacles, detours, and snares—countless ways we can be ambushed or get stuck. In this online workshop, we will explore the many ways we suffer and how we can work with physical and psychological pain.

Where does bodywork and therapy fit in? Why does it seem so hard to get enlightened? In trying to alleviate our pain, we can fall into subtle traps, from spiritual bypassing to spiritual materialism to escapism. What are the blind spots on the path and how can we transform them?

Using integral approaches from Yoga, the wisdom traditions, philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience, we will bring these obstacles to light and use them to accelerate the path. This workshop will include contemplations, guided meditations, and plenty of time for discussion.