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Introduction to Meditation with Lama Zangpo
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaCurious about meditation or looking to deepen your understanding of the basics? Join us for a gentle and accessible Introduction to Meditation session—perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to reconnect with the foundations of mindfulness practice.
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Meditation in Daily Life with Lama Zangpo
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa🧘 A Practical Workshop for Busy Minds How can we bring the calm of meditation into the busyness of everyday life? Join us for a practical and inspiring meditation workshop designed to help you build a sustainable practice — no matter how full your schedule is. While many believe that longer sessions are best, research and […]
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Awakening Courage and Compassion: An Introduction to Green Tara Practice with Lama Zangpo
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaJoin us for a gentle introduction to the Green Tara practice, one of the most beloved and accessible practices in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Green Tara is revered as the feminine embodiment of enlightened activity and swift compassion. For centuries, practitioners have turned to her for protection from fears, obstacles, and inner turmoil. “The beloved […]
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The Jewel Ornament of Liberation Study Group
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaThis is an ongoing monthly study group, facilitated by Alan Muller. We will study the text The Jewel Ornament of Liberation, by Je Gampopa, which is one of the five most important texts of the Karma Kagyu lineage.
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Introduction to Buddhism
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaIn this talk we will go through the outline of the Buddha's teachings, his journey to enlightenment and other important aspects on the Buddhist path.
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Mindfulness Mini-retreat
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaHow practising Mindfulness can help to cope with stress, anxiety, depression and live a better quality of life. with Vera Hey "The only time and place where it is possible to be happy is now." ~ Dalai Lama Modern culture is all about achievement and "not missing out", which often results in stress, anxiety and […]
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Blessing and Dharma Talk with Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche 4 Sep 2025
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaWorld-renowned meditation master Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche will be in South Africa for his first visit from 27 August to 7 December. We are honoured to host Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche at our temple for a blessing and a Dharma Talk on Thursday morning, 4 September.
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Diamond Mind – Meditation Course
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaMeditation is inherently simple. We do not need to import anything new into the mind.
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Remembering Akong Tulku Rinpoche
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaCommemoration of the Parinirvana of Akong Tulku Rinpoche We warmly invite you to join us on Sunday, 5 October, for a special screening of the film Akong – A Remarkable Life, held in honour of the Parinirvana of Akong Tulku Rinpoche. KSDJ Temple, 43 Floss Street, Kensington +27 62 913 4436 johannesbug@kagyu.org.za 10:30 am: Film Screening: […]
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Mindfulness for Fear and Anxiety
Kagyu Samye Dzong Johannesburg Temple 43 Floss Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaFear and anxiety are some of the most challenging emotions of all times! Can we have a quality life in spite of them? Let's explore how mindfulness tools can help.