Nyungnay - Purifying Ritual Practice | Fri 17 - Sun 19 Apr 2026
Event is Free of Charge
Meals and Accommodation are optional | Booking for meals and accommodation required
Retreat Description.
This special fasting and purification retreat is performed in conjunction with the meditation practice of Thousand-armed Avalokiteshvara. Engaging in this retreat is very powerful for purifying negative karma and pacifying strong delusions such as desirous attachment and hatred. It is also a special method for receiving the blessings of Buddha and improving our love, compassion and bodhichitta (the wish to attain enlightenment for the benefit of all).
Usually this practice is done over two days, with the Mahayana precepts* being taken at the beginning of each day. On the first day it is customary to abstain from all meals apart from lunch. On the second day we engage in a complete fast, abstaining from all food and drink for 24 hours. On both days, we do three sessions of meditation, combining prostrations with chanted meditation. Those who are unable to engage in a complete fast can participate in the sessions on the second day, provided they take the Mahayana precepts on that day. Each session is free of charge. For those who wish to join us for dinner on Friday or lunch on Saturday please book for this - $8 per meal.
*The Mahayana precepts are vows we take to abstain from certain actions for the duration of 24 hours. For more information about precepts please email education@kadampa.org.au or see: kadampa. org/buddhism/taking-precepts
The retreat will begin with an introductory talk by Gen Kelsang Rabten at 7.30pm on Friday 17 April.
Teacher.
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Gen Kelsang Rabten is the Resident Teacher of KMC Australia (Dandenong Ranges) and KMC Melbourne (CBD). Ordained in 1994, he has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for 30 years. He has taught in many centres around the world including Australia, New Zealand, and South-East Asia.
Gen Rabten exemplifies the essence of the modern Kadampa’s way of life, brings a warm heart and joyful attitude to sharing Buddha’s teachings and the practice of meditation.
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Event Information.
Address: KMC Australia | 25 McCarthy Road, Monbulk
Accommodation: If you book accommodation, please note the following is included:
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Single Ensuite, Single, Twin / Double Room and Pre-Erected Tent: all linen and towel provided.
- Dorm Rooms: A sheet and pillow with pillow slip is provided. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag and towel.
- Camping: you will need to bring everything.
Shuttle: Belgrave station shuttle available If you need a pick-up or drop-off service, $15 per person per trip. To book please contact us here.
Bookings close: Bookings for meals and accommodation close 24 hours prior to the event starting. To join the waiting list for accommodation if sold out, please contact us here.
Retreat Timetable.
Friday 17th April
Registration | 5.30 - 7pm
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Dinner | 6pm
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Introduction | 7.30pm
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Saturday 18th April
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| Precepts | 6.30 - 7am |
| Session One | 7.15 - 8.30am |
| Session Two | 11am - 12.15pm |
| Lunch | 12.30pm |
| Session Three | 4.30 - 5.45pm |
| Wishfulfilling Jewel w/Tsog | 7.30pm |
| Sunday 19th April |
| Precepts | 6.30 - 7am |
| Session Four | 7.15 - 8.30am |
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Session Five | 11am - 12.15pm |
| Wishfulfilling Jewel | 2 - 3.15pm |
| Session Six | 4.30 - 6pm |
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