Introduction to Purifying Negative Karma

In this retreat, Gen Norbu will introduce Vajrasattva purification practice. The practice is highly recommended, especially for anyone who wants to purify the negative karmic obstacles they believe may be preventing them from gaining spiritual realizations.

Participants will explore the idea that nonvirtuous actions have been accumulated and their suffering results experienced since beginningless time, while recognizing an opportunity to purify them completely. The retreat will focus on using this opportunity to purify negative karma rather than create more. Meditation and recitation of Vajrasattva are presented as a powerful method of purification.

“Any living being, even a worm or an insect, can commit negative actions; but only humans have the fortune to be able to purify them.” — Meditation and Recitation of Solitary Vajrasattva