Meditation and Buddhism in Portland
Drop-in Classes
Everyone welcome! Meditation classes are offered on Sunday mornings, Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These classes are suitable for all individuals whatever their level of interest, from those who seek simple relaxation to those who wish to find lasting inner peace (what to expect at a class). We offer Buddha’s timeless teachings in a simple, practical way to help solve daily problems and create the real peace and happiness we all long for.
Mahasiddha Kadampa Buddhist Center has arisen from the pure intention and vision of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, the Founder of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union, and is dedicated to the happiness and freedom from suffering of every living being. Weʼve been in Portland since 1997 offering activities such as drop-in meditation classes, day courses, retreats, and chanted prayers for the Buddhist and non-Buddhist alike.
Check our current calendar for a full listing of all the events at Mahasiddha.
Latest News
Kids Meditation Class this Sunday, May 19th
8959 SW Barbur Blvd, suite 101
Portland, OR 97035
Simultaneous with the Sunday Morning Meditation Class but in a different room.
This Sunday morning children aged 4-9 years old are welcome to join a special class dedicated to meditation and cultivating positive qualities such as inner calm. The class will teach children practical methods for managing challenging situations at school, at home or at play by applying Buddha’s teachings.
No cost for either the kids or adult classes.
Donations are welcome if someone wishes to give ❤️
7 days ago
Kids Meditation Class this Sunday, May 5th
8959 SW Barbur Blvd, suite 101
Portland, OR 97035
Simultaneous with the Sunday Morning Meditation Class but in a different room.
This Sunday morning children aged 4-9 years old are welcome to join a special class dedicated to meditation and cultivating positive qualities such as inner calm. The class will teach children practical methods for managing challenging situations at school, at home or at play by applying Buddha’s teachings.
No cost for either the kids or adult classes.
Donations are welcome if someone wishes to give ❤️
3 weeks ago
If you are able to help a Sangha member with rides from Troutdale to the Center please contact info@meditationinoregon.org.
Many thanks!
1 month ago
“Becoming a Bodhisattva” In this half day course we will recognize enlightenment not as an abstraction, but as something real that we can tap into in our daily life. In so doing, we open ourselves up to becoming a Bodhisattva, a person who identifies with his or her full potential and who sets about to actualize it, motivated by love and compassion for others in the world. Everyone is welcome to attend this half day course. At the end of the day if you wish you can stay for the Bodhisattva Vow ceremony. April 6th, 3:00-6:30pm
Schedule is below:
Teaching with meditation 3:00-5:00pm
Break 5:00-5:30pm
Bodhisattva Vow Ceremony 5:30-6:30pm
Kadam Heather Rocklin
meditationinoregon.org
2 months ago
BRIEF UPDATE, MARCH 30
This last week tests were carried out on fitting the vajras to the Temple roof. Even though the test vajra was soon taken down again it was heartening to see one on the roof if only for a short while.
In fact, each day as the work progresses it becomes easier to visualise more clearly the finished Temple.
TEMPLE PROGRESS
Recently in the Temple:
- Framing work is continuing
- Electrical cans & lights are going in the ceiling
- The fire system has been put in
The columns for the verandas are now on site ready to be installed, and lighting has been installed in the parking lot.
ART PROGRESS
The artists continue the massive task of preparing the many objects to adorn the inside and outside of the Temple:
- The 8 caps for the lantern hips are completed
- The 8 end pieces that will support the finials of the lantern are nearing completion
- Two new members have joined the team and are gilding the third Dharma wheel while others work on the second
The video shows the decorative finials being completed at the Kadampa Art Studio at Manjushri KMC and special fittings being developed to secure them. These and the other objects shown will be shipped to Arizona in the next few days along with many other objects - 18 crates in all.
RETREAT
Meanwhile, the spiritual program continues with a recent weekend retreat led by Gen-la Jampa. Some of the participants took the opportunity to walk some of the trails near the Temple.
Can’t wait to be there with all the Kadampa family in September. 2 months ago
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