Mani Retreat Weekend

Join us for a day of practice, meditation, and recitation dedicated to cultivating compassion and awakening the heart of bodhicitta through the practice of The Yoga of the Inseparability of the Guru and Avalokiteshvara and A Short Sadhana of the Compassion Buddha, Arya Chenrezig. This Mani Retreat is part of the 2026 Global FPMT Mani Retreat and offers an opportunity to connect with the powerful practice of Om Mani Padme Hum in a supportive group setting.

WHEN: Saturday, October 3, 2026
TIME: 10:00 am – 4.00 pm CET
WHERE: Gablerstrasse 51, 8002 Zurich and online on Zoom
LANGUAGE: English
LEVEL: Some basic understanding of Buddhism is recommended, but everyone is welcome!
SADHANA 1: The Source of All Attainments: The Yoga of the Inseparability of the Guru and Avalokiteshvara
SADHANA 2: A Short Sadhana of the Compassion Buddha, Arya Chenrezig
LHAGSAM PRAYER BOOK: Click here.
CHANTING THE NAMES…: Click here.
LONG LIFE PRAYERS: Click here.
REGISTRATION: Please register here

Throughout the day, we will engage in shamatha meditation, prayers, and the recitation of the recommended sadhanas on Avalokiteshvara as well as Chenrezig. During the day, Ven. Robina will guide “Chanting the Names of Noble Manjushri” on Zoom.

Whether you are new to Buddhist practice or already familiar with the practice of guru yoga, you are warmly welcome to participate for the whole day or join individual sessions according to your schedule. Together, we dedicate the merits of our practice to the peace and happiness of all sentient beings.

Program:

10.00-10.15 am: Prayers from the Lhagsam Prayer Book
10.15-10.45 am: Shamatha meditation
10.45-12.00 noon: The Yoga of the Inseparability of the Guru and Avalokiteshvara
12.00-1.30 pm: Lunch
1.30-2.45 pm: A Short Sadhana of the Compassion Buddha, Arya Chenrezig
2.45-3.00 pm: Break
3.00-3.30 pm: Chanting the Names of Noble Manjushri (Ven. Robina on Zoom)
3.30-4.00 pm: Dedications and Long Life Prayers

Feel free to drop in or leave during breaks.

ABOUT THE GLOBAL FPMT MANI RETREAT

The 2026 Global Mani Retreat commenced on the first day of Saka Dawa month (Sunday, May 17, 2026), and concludes on the final Buddha Day for this year, Lhabab Duchen (Sunday, November 1, 2026). By practicing together in harmony, we aspire to make meaningful use of this precious human life and dedicate our efforts to the happiness of all beings and the long life of our teachers.

Only those Mani mantras recited within the practice of the sadhana are to be included in our count. As the final day of the Retreat is on 1st November 2026 (Lhabab Duchen), please submit your final mantra counts latest by 8:00 am (UTC), 2nd November 2026. Upon the conclusion of this Global Mani Retreat, we will offer the total number of Mani mantras recited to His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

FPMT global retreat advisor Khen Rinpoche Geshe Chönyi has advised that if you are planning to attend any of the Chenrezig Group Practice sessions, it is highly recommended that you be vegetarian for that day.

WE INVITE YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT

Suggested donation: is 0-30 CHF for a session. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. You can donate online (via Paypal, Twint or E-Banking).