GYALSHEN INSTITUTE

FOR THE STUDY OF ZHANG ZHUNG AND TIBETAN CULTURE, INC.

SOUL RETRIEVAL AND LIBERATING ANIMALS

with

CHAPHUR RINPOCHE
2 Day Event : : July 27-28, 2013 : : 10am 4pm
JUNE 27: SOUL RETRIEVAL
The Bn believe that the soul is the foundation of the life force and is therefore integral to all sentient beings. Occasionally, the soul can unknowingly separate from the body-mind collective causing a variety of negative effects from mild discomfort to death. While a persons life force may be present, there is the possibility that the soul has wandered away. This disharmony between the soul and life force severely weakens the individuals energy allowing obstacles and illness to take hold. To remedy these negative things, the Tantric ritual of soul retrieval becomes necessary. The experience of the Soul Retrieval and Ransom ritual is also a beautiful and moving way to deepen understanding of the ancient cultural heritage at the heart of the Bn spiritual tradition.

JUNE 28: LIBERATING ANIMALS

Traditionally in Tibet the practice of Tsethar (Saving Lives) was common. Animals like yaks and sheep would be bought and let go to lead their natural lives. Our situation is little different since we dont have enough space to house these animals. So Gyalshen Institute is organizing a Saving Lives event where we will save the lives of animals that live on water, land and air. We will buy animals that were trapped to be killed or caged and release them in a way that is in accordance with the environmental laws of the land. We will also make sure that those are animals which can survive in freedom once they are released. Saving lives is one of the most compassionate acts that a person can perform and benefits not only the animals in question but the people who save their lives. This kindness blesses individuals with good health and spiritual wellbeing for this life as well as future lives.

Chaphur Rinpoche

DONATION $75 for both days, or $40 one day only. If you plan to attend either of these auspicious events,
please RSVP or respond to info@gyalshen.org so that we may plan accordingly. Note: Even if you are unable to attend the animal release event you can make monetary donations 100% of which will be used to buy animals to be saved.

Gyalshen Institute, P.O. Box 1608, El Cerrito, CA 94530.