The Epic of Gesar of Ling
King Gesar was not an ordinary human being but rather a manifestation of the enlightened activity of all the buddhas, brought forth by the strength of their great compassion at a time of despair in the land of Tibet. Dating from the ninth century and with versions originating in many of the countries of Asia, Gesar’s story paints a detailed picture of the culture and life of the time. In questo corso, Gesar translators David Shapiro and Jane Hawes introduce us to this epic tale that has the power to change one’s mind.
This course will provide a comprehensive introduction to the Epic of Gesar, including its context and meaning as a literary, cultural and (most importantly) dharma treasure.
The course consists of FOUR pre-recorded talks e FIVE live discussions with the teachers. The recordings will be made available one week prior to each live session. The discussions are offered each Saturday in July.
Schedule for the Live Events with the teachers:
Parlare 1 (Abitare) - introduzione: July 3rd at 1pm (ET)
Discussione 1: July 10th at 1pm (ET)
Discussione 2: Luglio 17 at 1pm (ET)
Discussione 3: July 24th at 1pm (ET)
Discussione 4: July 31st at 1pm (ET)
NOTA: The LIVE sessions will be recorded and archived for viewing after each session.
Image (c) 2020 Greg Smith
These recordings and conversations will cover:
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The background of the initial translation and issues regarding translation work in general and the epic in particular.
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A précis of Volumes 1-3 and discussion of the main characters in some detail.
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The role of the feminine principle as it relates to the epic.
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Outline of Tibetan history from its prehistory until the time of Gesar.
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The elevation of Tibetan Buddhism and Padmasambhava as it relates to the Gesar Epic.
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The tangled web of Zhang Zhung, Bön, Shambhala and Gesar.
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Politics and religion as it relates to the Gesar Epic from its origin a thousand years ago until the present day.
The ideal warrior, Gesar of Ling is a trusted leader who tames the enemies that turn people from the path of wisdom and compassion. Studying this legend gives us profound, practical guidance on how to be a warrior in difficult times and rouse life force in the midst of obstacles. Gesar of Ling is the main 'protector' of the Shambhala community and a primary inspiration of the Shambhala teachings.
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Insegnanti:
David Shapiro divenne uno studente di Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche nel 1973 ed è stato il fondatore-direttore del Milwaukee Dharmadhatu (ora il Milwaukee Shambhala Center). Attualmente lavora come relatore occasionale presso il Jikoji Zen Center in California. Era un internista praticante per 35 anni e professore associato di medicina presso il Medical College of Wisconsin. È un ex presidente della Milwaukee Academy of Medicine, un Fellow dell'American College of Physicians e ha ricoperto numerosi incarichi amministrativi presso Ascension Healthcare-WI, inclusi otto anni come Chief Medical Officer. È membro del Light of Berotsana Translation Group e del Heart Essence Sangha Council. Ha contribuito all'introduzione storica al primo libro dell'epopea ed è autore di Gesar di Ling: Un racconto bardico dalla terra innevata del Tibet e Gesar e COVID-19: Un antico guerriero torna per combattere la pandemia. David volunteers as a tax-preparer and financial advisor for a local charitable facility.
Jane Hawes, MD, divenne uno studente di Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche nel 1977 e ricevette Vajrayogini abhisheka 1996. È una studentessa di Khen Namdrol Rinpoche e membro del Light of Berotsana Translation Group per il quale è stata attiva nella revisione e formattazione di molti testi liturgici. Ha iniziato a studiare il tibetano con il compianto Robin Kornman, Dottorato di ricerca, in 2002 e ora studia con Lama Chönam. Ha completato la traduzione del quarto volume dell'epopea di Gesar con Lama Chönam, che verrà pubblicato ad agosto, 2021 di Shambhala Books, entitled The Taming of the Demons. She was responsible for compiling and preparing for publication The Epic of Gesar of Ling: Gesar's Magical Birth, Nei primi anni, e incoronazione come re, oltre a modificare i libri di David Shapiro, Gesar di Ling: Un racconto bardico dalla terra innevata del Tibet e Cesar e COVID-19: Un antico guerriero torna per combattere la pandemia. Ha praticato la medicina interna a Milwaukee, WI per 35 anni, servito come precettore per i residenti in formazione, ed è Fellow dell'American College of Physicians.
David and Jane also raised three children and now live in California where, during the COVID pandemic, they oversee full-time distance learning for two of their five grandchildren. Alongside her meditation practice and translation work, Jane enjoys simplicity in lifetime with her family, being outside, exercise with weight training reading, and baking.
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This course is part of a 3-month ‘Gesar Cycle’ of teachings hosted by Karmê Chöling. This longer cycle features a second series of talks from the archives by the late Gesar scholar and translator Robin Kornman. These talks will deepen and expand on the material in this first course. The ‘Gesar Cycle’ also includes online practice retreats, additional discussions of Gesar practices, and special live teaching events.
To find out more and register for the three-month cycle with KCL, clicca qui:
Https://www.karmecholing.org/program?id=6681
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