Special event: Sunday 13 September

The Blessing Empowerment of Buddha Shakyamuni
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Special event - Sunday 13 September

The blessing empowerment of Buddha Shakyamuni
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The blessing empowerment of

Buddha Shakyamuni

Sunday 13 September

10.00am to 3.30pm

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Buddha Shakyamuni Empowerment and commentary to Liberating Prayer

A special event – Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane

Sunday 13 September | 10am-3.30pm | $80 (includes morning tea and lunch)

What Is a Buddhist Empowerment?

An empowerment is a beautiful, guided meditation in which we are introduced to an enlightened being. Through this connection, we receive their special blessings into our own mind.

It is a deeply positive and healing experience that anyone can participate in and benefit from.

Receiving the Blessings of Buddha Shakyamuni

During this empowerment, our Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Ani, will guide us in a meditation in which we open ourselves to the blessings of Buddha Shakyamuni — the founder of Buddhism in this world.

Within each of us lies a natural capacity for joy, love, compassion and wisdom. This meditation helps us connect with that inner potential, gently awakening it so that, over time, we can feel more peaceful, positive and resilient in our everyday life.

Teachings on The Liberating Prayer

Following the empowerment, Gen Ani will offer teachings on The Liberating Prayer — a short, beautiful, and deeply meaningful praise to Buddha Shakyamuni composed by the much-loved Buddhist master, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

Recited at Kadampa Centres around the world, this poetic prayer helps open our heart to the blessings of the Buddhas and carries their inspiration into our daily life.

Drawing on Geshe Kelsang Gyatso’s own commentaries, Gen Ani will share insights to help us explore and appreciate this prayer more deeply within our own personal practice.

Everyone Is Welcome

This empowerment is open to everyone, whether you are new to meditation or have been practising for some time. Each meditation is guided step by step, and no prior knowledge of Buddhism is needed.

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You are very welcome to join us for this special and meaningful experience.

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Date & Time

Sunday 13 September – 10:00am to 3:30pm

Cost

$80* per person including morning tea and lunch

$25* for KMC Brisbane members

*plus a small booking fee

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Venue

Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane

109 Leichhardt St, Spring Hill QLD 4000

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Our Teacher

Gen Kelsang Ani will grant the empowerment and give commentary to the Liberating Prayer.  Gen Ani is Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane and teaches all the main classes and courses at the Centre. Gen Ani has been studying and practising Modern Kadampa Buddhism with Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 20 years. She teaches with warmth and compassion, making modern Buddhism accessible and applicable to all.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Buddha Shakyamuni Empowerment

What is a Buddha Shakyamuni empowerment?

A Buddha Shakyamuni empowerment is a special guided meditation and blessing ceremony in which we make a connection with Buddha Shakyamuni, the founder of Buddhism in this world. Through receiving his blessings, we can awaken our own inner potential for peace, compassion and wisdom.

Do I need to be Buddhist to attend?

No. This event is open to everyone. You do not need to be Buddhist or have any previous experience of meditation. You can simply come along, listen, meditate, and receive the blessings in a way that feels meaningful to you.

Who is Buddha Shakyamuni?

Buddha Shakyamuni is the founder of Buddhism in this world. He showed how every living being has the potential to become completely free from suffering and experience lasting peace through developing wisdom, compassion and a peaceful mind.

What happens during an empowerment?

An empowerment is a peaceful, guided meditation in which the teacher leads us through visualisations and prayers that help us connect with an enlightened being. It is a gentle and uplifting experience, and everything will be explained clearly.

What are blessings in Buddhism?

In Buddhism, blessings are inspiring, positive energy from enlightened beings that help transform our mind. By receiving blessings, our wisdom, compassion and inner peace can grow, and we can feel more encouraged in our spiritual practice and daily life.

What is The Liberating Prayer?

The Liberating Prayer is a beautiful praise to Buddha Shakyamuni composed by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. It is recited at Kadampa Centres around the world and helps us connect with Buddha’s teachings, blessings and enlightened example.

Is this event suitable for beginners?

Yes. The empowerment is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with experience of meditation or Buddhist practice. You do not need to know what to do beforehand — Gen Kelsang Ani will guide the meditations and explain the meaning of the event.

What to Expect

An empowerment is a peaceful, guided meditation in which we receive the special blessings of an enlightened being.

During the ceremony, a beautiful table of traditional offerings will adorn the meditation room. If you wish, you are welcome to contribute by bringing a dark blue or gold packaged food item.

We sit on comfortable chairs, or cushions on the floor if you prefer. During the breaks, a delicious home-made morning tea and lunch will be served, offering time to relax, reflect on the teachings, and connect with others in a warm and welcoming environment.

Everyone is welcome.