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SUMMARY:7-Day Pure Land (Phật Thất) Retreat in Bodh Gaya
DESCRIPTION:Practice at the Place of the Buddha’s Enlightenment\nAmitayus Monastery (Germany)\, Lien Tam Monastery (Finland)\, and Vien Lac Monastery (Germany) warmly invite you to join a 7-Day Pure Land (Phật Thất) Retreat in Bodh Gaya\, India\, from December 28\, 2026 to January 3\, 2027. \nBodh Gaya is the sacred place where Shakyamuni Buddha attained complete enlightenment beneath the Bodhi Tree. For more than 2\,500 years\, Buddhist practitioners from around the world have made pilgrimage to this extraordinary place to deepen their practice and reconnect with the heart of the Buddha’s teachings. \nPracticing in Bodh Gaya offers a unique opportunity to cultivate mindfulness\, faith\, and wisdom in one of the most inspiring Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world. \nThis retreat follows the traditional Pure Land (Tịnh Độ) practice\, centered on the recitation of Amitabha Buddha’s name\, while also integrating elements of Chan (Zen) meditation. Through continuous practice\, Dharma teachings\, and mindful living\, participants are encouraged to deepen both concentration and compassion while strengthening their daily practice. \n\nWhat is a Phật Thất Retreat?\nA Phật Thất is a traditional seven-day Pure Land retreat widely practiced in Vietnamese Mahayana Buddhism. The retreat focuses on the mindful recitation of “Namo Amitabha Buddha”\, walking meditation\, silent sitting\, Dharma teachings\, and mindful awareness throughout the day. \nThe continuous practice of Amitabha recitation helps calm the mind\, cultivate concentration\, generate wholesome qualities\, and strengthen one’s aspiration toward awakening for the benefit of all beings. \nAlthough rooted in the Pure Land tradition\, this retreat also incorporates Chan meditation methods\, allowing participants to develop both serenity and insight through balanced practice. \n\nRetreat Leadership\nThe retreat will be led by experienced monastic teachers: \n\nVen. Thích Hạnh Tấn – Amitayus Monastery\, Germany\nVen. Thích Hạnh Bảo – Lien Tam Monastery\, Finland\nVen. Thích Hạnh Giới – Vien Lac Monastery\, Germany\n\n\nDaily Schedule\nDecember 28\, 2026 – January 3\, 2027 \n05:00 – 07:00\nMorning Practice at Viên Giác Temple \n07:30 – 09:00\nBreakfast and Rest \n09:00 – 11:30\nPractice at the Stupa \n11:30 – 13:00\nLunch and Rest \n13:00 – 15:30\nPractice at the Stupa \n15:30 – 17:00\nDharma Talk \n17:00\nEnd of the Official Daily Program \nEvenings are reserved for optional individual practice\, personal meditation\, or visits to the Mahabodhi Temple. \n\nOptional 4-Day Buddhist Pilgrimage\nDecember 24–27\, 2026 \nBefore the retreat begins\, participants are invited to join an optional four-day pilgrimage to some of the most sacred places associated with the life of the Buddha. \nDay 1 – December 24\n\nDungeshwari Cave Temples\nSujata Stupa\nMahabodhi Temple Complex\n\nDay 2 – December 25\nRajgir & Nalanda \n\nVulture Peak (Gridhrakuta)\nNalanda University Ruins\n\nDay 3 – December 26\nVaishali – Smriti Park – Varanasi \n\nVaishali\nSmriti Park\nTransfer to Varanasi\n\nOvernight stay in Varanasi. \nDay 4 – December 27\nSarnath \n\nDhamek Stupa\nDeer Park\nOptional visit to the Ganges River\n\nReturn to Bodh Gaya. \n\nWho Can Participate?\nThe retreat is open to everyone with an interest in Buddhist practice. \nWhether you are already familiar with Pure Land Buddhism or wish to experience this traditional form of practice for the first time\, you are warmly welcome. \n\nImportant Information\nParticipants are responsible for arranging and covering their own: \n\ninternational flights\naccommodation\nmeals\ntransportation\ntravel insurance\npersonal expenses\n\nThe organizing monasteries will gladly assist participants with accommodation recommendations\, transportation coordination\, and practical information whenever possible. \n\nLanguage\nMeditation instructions\, Dharma talks\, and retreat guidance will be offered primarily in Vietnamese\, with English translation available when needed. \n\nContact\nEmail: bodhi-retreat@web.de \n\n  \nRegistration (EN) \nGhi danh (Viet)\n 
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LOCATION:Bodhghaya\, India
CATEGORIES:Khoá Tu,Meditation,Retreat
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