Amitayus is the Buddha of long life, merit and wisdom – the main qualities we need for the happiness of enlightenment.
This three day retreat is an opportunity to focus on the meditation practice of Amitayus, the Buddha of Immeasurable Life, which is a special method for increasing our lifespan, wisdom and merit.
The retreat will consist of 3 session of retreat on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. You can attend the whole retreat or part of the retreat.
For those who have attended the Special Empowerment Weekend Course, Infinite Life, this is a wonderful opportunity to maintain the power of the blessing receiving during the Empowerment. Through engaging in retreat, you are also able to strengthen and deepen your connection with the Buddha of Immeasurable Life.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the session and maintain a quiet and respectful environment in the Meditation Room.
Meet Gen Jampel
As the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Durban, Gen Jampel takes joy in helping us discover the innate potential for freedom and peace we carry in our hearts – even in difficult times. An ordained Buddhist monk, he has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism for many years and elucidates the life-changing wisdom of meditation through the lens of everyday life. Loved for his uplifting example and playful humour, he is a relatable teacher and reliable friend to the community.
Saturday (14 December)
Session 1 (including Introduction) | 9:30 – 11am
Session 2 | 11:45 – 1pm
Bring and share vegetarian/vegan lunch
Session 3 | 2:30 – 3:45pm
Sunday & Monday (15/16 December)
Session 1 | 9:30 – 10:45am
Session 2 | 11:45 – 1pm
Bring and share vegetarian/vegan lunch
Session 3 | 2:30 – 3.45pm (the last session of the retreat on Monday will end at 4pm)
Special Discounted Rate | R240
Gold Membership | FREE
Non-members | R600
General Membership | R480
Foundation Membership | R300
Gold Membership | FREE
Non-members | R70
General Membership | R55
Foundation Membership | R35
Gold Membership | FREE
Please note: lunch is not included in the retreat fee – bring your own, or bring something for a bring and share lunch.