Description
Join us on Monday, December 21 at 5:30pm for the Winter Solstice practice of the Aspiration of Samantabhadra, the first gathering of our new Aspiration of Samantabhadra Discussion Series.
At the Autumnal Equinox in September, Mitra Tyler opened the series with a talk on this aspiration and why it matters. He described it as both a heartfelt prayer and a direct instruction on the true nature of mind. He also reminded us that making aspirations again and again is how we build a path for our wishes to travel. This series is an invitation to engage with the practice more fully, at whatever level feels right for you.
Format
Each gathering has three parts:
- Before the practice: A short reading from Penetrating Wisdom by Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, with a few reflection prompts to carry into the practice. The reading is encouraged but not required.
- Day of: We chant the Aspiration of Samantabhadra together as a sangha.
- After the practice: An optional, informal group discussion for those who’d like to stay. We’ll share reflections on the reading and on the experience of practicing together. The discussion is facilitated by Karunika Diane Gregorio, not taught, so there’s no need to have answers or prior study.
This is a hybrid event, held on site at Nalanda West and on Zoom. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re new to the practice or have chanted it for years.
Registration Details
Register to receive a link to the resources page, including the reading, reflection prompts, and Zoom link ahead of time.
Date/Time
Date(s) - Mon., December 21, 2026
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Location HYBRID Nalandabodhi Seattle @ Nalanda West
