Ritual Workshop: Mala Making

Join us for an introduction to mala making and learn how to use a Buddhist mala in conjunction with mantra recitation to improve your peace of mind, compassion and wisdom. Enjoy a peaceful afternoon exploring this traditional art by making your own mala to take home with you, or add your creation to our collection for sale in the gift shop.

A mala is a string of beads used to count prayers or mantra recitations. This is a simple practice that easily connects us with the good qualities of all enlightened beings, and helps us to realize our highest potential. For Buddhist practitioners, their mala is a very precious and meaningful object.

This workshop is suitable for everyone, whether you are an experienced practitioner or a complete beginner. Work at your own pace and receive guidance from experienced assistants while enhancing your knowledge of the various types of malas and how to make them in a qualified manner according to the New Kadampa lineage.

After everyone has completed making their malas, in the final session, you will receive a mantra to recite and learn how to use and bless your mala.

You may also like the following events from Kadampa Meditation Center DC:

• This Thursday, 17th July, 07:15 pm, Awakening the Mind: A Journey into Buddhism in Washington

Also check out other Workshops in Washington, Arts events in Washington.