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Zen Sutras in the 21st Century: Enlighten-Up!
While Zen is often considered non-intellectual, Zen teachings were highly influenced by classical texts from Mahayana Zen canon. Four of the most profound and influential Zen Sutras include the Lankavatara Sutra, the Vimalakirti Sutra, the Avatamsaka Sutra and the Lotus Sutra. Learn more about these, and what they mean for you today, at this Enlighten-Up! with Qapel and Sensei.
Future of American Buddhism
Catherine Pawasarat is speaking about Digital Dharma and the Virtual Monastery at the Future of American Buddhism Conference, Garrison Institute June 2-5, 2022
The Hero’s Journey & Shamanism: Enlighten Up!
Seen in shamanistic stories and traditions worldwide, the hero's journey is universal. On our quests for growth, awareness and enlightenment, what archetypes and mythologies inspire and support us? Discover a cross-cultural example of the hero's journey and shamanism at this special Enlighten-Up! with Catherine Pawasarat Sensei. She will be streaming live from Kyoto, Japan during her annual research visit to the Gion Festival.
Dharma in the Stars
"It's written in the stars". Join Catherine Sensei for a fascinating weekend of AstroDharma study. Learn how to refer to your astrological natal chart as a soul map for this lifetime. This map can help give us clarity for our unique bodhisattva path.
Chenrezig (Avalokitesvara) Empowerment
Join Catherine Sensei for an empowerment ceremony in Kyoto, Japan on the deity of compassion: Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara in sanskritd related to Kannon). July 22, 2023.
Spiritual Awakening, Healing & Ecological Restoration: A Buddhist Mystic Perspective
Join Catherine Pawasarat at the 39th annual Women & Spirituality conference. She will be presenting on the Buddhist mystic perspective of awakening, ecological restoration, nature and healing. Online or In Person tickets to the conference are available.