3-DAY MAHAKALA PUJA

Traditionally Tibetan Buddhists supplicate the Dharma Protector Mahakala in the last days of the old year before celebrating Losar, New Year. The Main form of Mahakala for the Karma Kagyu is Dorje Bernakchen (The Black-Cloaked Vajra). Appearing in a very majestic yet frightening form. Mahakala stands in the midst of a mountain of flames to symbolize that no enemies of the Dharma can withstand this wrathful appearance; the sharp chopper, which he holds aloft in one hand, symbolizes the cutting through of negative patterns, aggression, hatred, ignorance, the five poisons. Mahakala embodies the Three Roots: Lama, Root of Blessings; Yidam, Root of Accomplishments; Dharma Protectors, Daka/Dakini, Root of Activity. The Three Jewels: Buddha, Dharma, Sangha & Three Roots are the six-fold sources of Refuge in Vajrayana Buddhism.

Mahakala puja helps to clear obstacles to our Dharma practice and creates auspicious circumstances for the spreading of Dharma, a strong, harmonious Sangha and long life for the Gurus.

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Day One: Tuesday 25th February 10am-4pm
Day Two: Wednesday 26th February 10am - 4pm
Day Three: Thursday 27th February 10am - 4pm (New Moon) 

(There will be a lunch break in between, and we might finish a bit earlier than 4pm. If you are coming in person, please bring lunch to share!)