The retreatants in Dhagpo Kagyu Ling, Nov. 2004

On Saturday, the 6th of novembre, a great number of practitionners came to greet the new druplas in the Dordogne. After offering the mandala of the universe, everybody assembled in the big tent for the offering ceremonies and the protector practice (Mahakala).

There was a rich buffet dinner, an occasion of vivid exchange, and after this the meditation on Chenrezig concluded the day. On sunday morning the Dorje Pamo ritual was done by the druplas, and in the afternoon, three of them shared their retreat experience in a question and answer session.

In meeting with practitioners who have devoted several years to meditation practice, we are receiving the blessing of enlightenment. And it is blessing, according to the Gyalwa Karmapa, which allows us to make progress on the spiritual path without going astray. Blessing strengthens our faith and confidence so we can continue our spiritual journey without obstacles.
By receiving this blessing, we receive a support for stabilizing our mind and rapidly attaining the results of our practice.