Mahamudra Werma Retreat
with Richard John
a Hybrid program (in-person at Davis Shambhala & online via zoom)
Presented by the Davis Shambhala Center
“We are talking about transforming our world altogether in order to maintain the basic notion of the drala principle.”
— The Dorje Dradul
On October 15, 1980, the Dorje Dradul wrote the “Roar of the Werma” while residing at what is now Casa Werma in Patzcuaro, Mexico. The sadhana is adapted from “The Scorpion Seal of the Golden Sun,” the final Shambhala terma he received from the expanse of wisdom.
Many are familiar with the Werma Sadhana as an expression of windhorse and enlightened society. But it is also a manifestation of the subtle wisdom of mahamudra and dzogchen, which we will explore in depth with guidance from lineage masters. These teachings emphasize the transmission of mind nature as the ground for this and all sadhana practices.
The retreat will include suchness meditation with pith instructions, sessions of Werma sadhana practice, and the stroke of ashe. We will observe silence, but also have time for talks and discussion. Participants should commit to the entire retreat, and if possible attending the weekend program will be valuable preparation for the retreat.
Prerequisites Participants must have received Werma transmission and vajrayana pointing out transmission within the Shambhala or Vajradhatu mandala.
Schedule
Monday to Wednesday, November 13-15 • 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (PT)
Lunch break 12:30 to 2:00 pm
Richard John
An early student of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Richard served as acharya for Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche for 20 years. He completed the traditional Buddhist three-year retreat at Gampo Abbey, and has directed six Warrior Assemblies. Richard and his wife Liz reside in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Heart Gifts
It is customary to offer a monetary Heart Gift to the teacher, whose livelihood is entirely from teaching programs. The gift is completely voluntary according to your inspiration, and there is no suggested amount — any amount is appreciated!
This program is hybrid — offered both in-person at the Davis Shambhala Center and online via Zoom. Zoom meeting info will be provided to registrants within the week prior to the program.
ABOUT ZOOM This program will be presented on the Zoom platform. It is available for computers, smart phones, and tablets. You will need to download the free app on your device before joining the session. Once it’s loaded, click the link and follow the prompts to join the session.
Please join us at least 5-10 minutes in advance so that you’re set up when the program begins. And, make certain that your mic is muted when you join to avoid background noises which are multiplied with many participants.
Mahamudra Werma Retreat
Monday to Wednesday, November 13-15 • 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (Pacific Time)
Prerequisites Participants must have received Werma transmission and vajrayana pointing out transmission within the Shambhala or Vajradhatu mandala.
- $225 Program Price
- $285 Patron Price — this amount allows us to offer a “Reduced Price” option for those who are not in a position to pay the full program price at this time
- $150 Reduced Price
- Generosity policy (specify an amount).
Please indicate in ‘note’ space whether you will attend in-person or via Zoom.
After completing your registration, you will automatically receive the ‘welcome’ email containing the Zoom link and attendance info, to the email you provided.
If you have questions, please contact Lyle Larson at llarson1111 [at] gmail [dot] com
