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A sacred and healthy space to learn meditation, deepen your practice,
and embrace a variety of contemplative arts
Dechen Chöling is the residential practice centre of the European Shambhala Buddhist community. The centre sits in a land of rolling meadows and magnificent old trees near Limoges, France. People from around the world come to learn and practice meditation, and to relax within the beauty of the land. Throughout the year, Dechen Chöling offers programmes ranging from basic meditation and contemplative arts to advanced Buddhist and Shambhala teachings taught by renowned teachers.
Upcoming European Buddhist Youth Festival
December 27- January 1
Schloss Heinsheim, Germany
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NewsMeditation, contemplation and studyAugust 14, 2008 After the busy month of July with many families with children on the land when Family Camp, Sun Camp and the Kyudo programme happened simultaneously, August at the Land of Great Bliss is much more quiet. The participants of the Summer Dathün and Sutrayana Seminary are immersing themselves in meditation, contemplation and study. It is the first time these two programmes are held at the same time, and is experienced as a very good match by participants and staff. At the same time the Dechen Chöling staff is saying goodbye already to many (summer) staff. We will remember their friendliness and generosity and perseverance. Certainly all are welcome to come back next summer! The programme schedule for next years calendar is being finalized this month. We will put the available information on this website as soon as dates are finalized. |
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UpcomingTraditional Chinese Qigong: Levels 1, 2 & 3with Eva Wong
Cultivate strength of body and calmness of mind through the healing Taoist practice of qigong. Take this rare opportunity to receive instruction in two unique lineages, The Pre-celestial Limitless Gate School (Xiantianwujimen) and the Yiquan School, neither of which have previously been fully transmitted to students in the West. More... Kado : the Way of the Flowerswith Marcia Shibata-Blundell
Kado is a creative and meditative dance with nature, space, and perception. The vibrant and daring beauty of flowers wakes up the environment and compels us to see what is really before us. More... The Art of Warwith Suzann Duquette
At the core of the Sun Tzu's ancient strategy manual, The Art of War, is the understanding that conflict is an inseparable part of human life. In this programme, through investigating the text, we learn how to work with conflict More... Zen rohatsu Sesshinwith Michael Newhall
The word "sesshin" means to embrace and sustain, to care for, to concentrate attention,and to gather together, the heart and mind. "Rohatsu" means December 8th, bodhi day, or the time of awakening. This is a traditional time that acknowledges and participates in the awakening of the Buddha. It is said that after the Buddha's enlightenment, he spent seven days sitting, enjoying and consolidating his experience. Thoughout the world, at this time, many, many Buddhists sit down together, gathering heart and mind, being "bodhi." More... |
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Support Dechen ChölingThere are many developments planned at Dechen Chöling: a new housing building, building a Stupa, renovation of the chateau and more. For information about future developements and how you can support them, see the Upcoming Developments page. |
| Living & WorkingDo something that makes sense! Come, work and live at Dechen Chöling. There are still positions available. |
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