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Anam Thubten Retreat


Anam Thubten grew up in Tibet and at an early age began to practice in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Among his many teachers, his most formative guides were Lama Tsurlo, Khenpo Chopel, and Lama Garwant. He is the founder and spiritual advisor of Dharmata Foundation, teaching widely in the U.S. and abroad. He is also the author of various articles and books in both Tibetan and English. His books in English include: The Magic of Awareness and No Self, No Problem. To view Anam Thubten’s teachings and schedule, go to www.dharmata.org.

Through the essential wisdom of Buddhism and his personal experience on the spiritual path, Anam Thubten brings alive the timeless teachings and invites everyone to participate.

These teachings on meditation and compassion are for all practices at EBS. Everyone is welcome!

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Friday, April 8, 7-8:30 p.m.—PUBLIC TALK
Location: Unitarian Universalist Church, 1818 Reservoir Road, Little Rock
Suggested donation: $10-$15

Saturday & Sunday, April 9-10  MEDITATION RETREAT

Location:  Ecumenical Buddhist Society of Little Rock 1516 W. 3rd Street, Little Rock


The focus of the retreat is to unburden ourselves from mental habits that cause unnecessary suffering and to realize our natural state which is the inner dimension of peace, joy, and love. Anam Thubten invites everyone to experience this spiritual transformation through meditation practice and the timeless teachings of the Buddha.

Each day:
9 a.m.—Registration
10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.—Teachings
12:30-2:30 p.m.—Lunch
2:30-5 p.m.—Teachings

Cost: $75/day or $150 for entire retreat

Scholarships: Contact Charlotte Besch. (No one will be turned away for lack of funds)

Questions: Contact Charlotte Besch at 501-551-5135 or at cabesch@midsouth.ualr.edu.

Location: Main Meditation Hall, Ecumenical Buddhist Society of Little Rock 1516 W. 3rd Street, Little Rock

Click here for the flyer and signup sheet.

Earlier Event: April 3
Pilgrimage for Peace
Later Event: April 13
Loving Ourselves, At Long Last