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Labyrinth Readers Course starting in November

Posted on October 29, 2024 by webmaven

Labyrinth Readers Course Free Introductory Meeting Sunday, 17th November at 1pm “Just as a midwife assists birth, the reader of The American Book of the Dead assists voyagers who have passed into the macro-dimensions to attain liberation or to achieve … Continue reading →

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Triple Gem Plus 1: Updated Buddhist Death and Dying Instructions

Posted on September 4, 2023 by webmaven

Don’t allow yourself to drift off or to fall asleep. Repeat this instruction with me and guide your thoughts along this path: “I take refuge in the Clear Light.I take refuge in the angel of mercy and compassion.I take refuge … Continue reading →

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What is the Best Way to Truly Help Others as They Die?

Posted on April 1, 2023 by webmaven

I truly value the Tibetan Buddhist teachings on death and dying. Like most Yogic practices, they have developed over centuries of  deep examination and  practice. Below is a quick read, but an invaluable resource for all hospice workers, clinicians and … Continue reading →

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The Story Behind a Remarkable Text for doing Readings in a Christian Context

Posted on December 10, 2020 by webmaven

This is a recent interview with Paul Barry and Patricia Elizabeth as part of the Each Word a Universe project. Our conversation touches on hospice conferences in the 1990s (including the renowned first Art of Dying Conference), pastoral work, online … Continue reading →

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How to do a Reading

Posted on July 28, 2020 by webmaven

Listed below are some simple steps to help you in doing a prayer or reading. We don’t presume to tell anyone how to perform his or her spiritual practice. That is a personal matter left to the individual. What we present … Continue reading →

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Advice for the Moment of Death Tibetan Buddhism

Posted on April 29, 2020 by webmaven

This may well be the most important post I have ever shared. Very clear explanation of the Buddhist teachings which are relevant to our times. If you can listen to just the first 30 minutes you will get the gist … Continue reading →

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