Introduction to 2011 Chenrezig retreat
Introduction to 2011 Chenrezig retreat
Venerable Thubten Chodron 
Chenrezig Weeklong Retreat 2011 
Oct 1, 2011 A series of teachings given during the Chenrezig Retreat at Sravasti Abbey in 2011. Teachings on One Hundred and Eight Verses Praising Great Compassion were also given during this retreat.
- Why we do retreat and what perspective to have of the meditation practice
- Observe and cleanse our mind
- Have a relaxed and focused mind but not distracted or tight
Venerable Thubten Chodron
Venerable Chodron emphasizes the practical application of Buddha’s teachings in our daily lives and is especially skilled at explaining them in ways easily understood and practiced by Westerners. She is well known for her warm, humorous, and lucid teachings. She was ordained as a Buddhist nun in 1977 by Kyabje Ling Rinpoche in Dharamsala, India, and in 1986 she received bhikshuni (full) ordination in Taiwan. Read her full bio.
