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The Warrior Principle: Developing Courage in the Modern World
July 30, 2015 @ 9:00 am - July 31, 2015 @ 6:00 pm
With Dungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche
The third of three public programs during the first week of the Ripa International Summer Retreat 2015 (complete dates: 25 July – 16 August 2015). It is possible to participate by event, for the week, or for the entire retreat. Attendance at all three public events of the first week will gain a discount for that week.
Please note: it will be possible to take refuge during the first week.
This program is a public program, open to all, there are no requirements. Online registration and further information to be published closer to the start of the retreat.
“The path of the warrior does not have to do with becoming brave and powerful in an ordinary way; rather, it is the art of developing the courage to face oneself That which must be conquered are not physical kingdoms or geographical areas, but our inner enemies: ignorance and fear. The warrior’s combat must not be understood as an external fight driven by attachment and hatred, but rather as a firm will to conquer over the defilements that most human beings are affected by: desire, hatred, ignorance, pride, jealousy and fear.”
“In order to discover our basic goodness, to find authenticity, joy, openness and gentleness, we need to step out of our comfort zone and develop courage in order to face ourselves. The teachings on the path of the warrior show us how.”
– Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche