“The essence of our practice can be described as transforming suffering into happiness” - Thich Nhat Hanh.
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We believe in retreat as a way to help all people achieve their personal, spiritual, and professional goals. We practice and live the Buddhist tradition of Je Tsongkapa (who lived 1357-1419). The center was founded 19 years ago by Americans who were trained in this tradition by Khen Rinpoche, Geshe Lobsang Tharchin (1921-2004), one of the greatest Tibetan lamas of modern times.
Diamond Mountain Retreat Center, wholeheartedly welcomes everyone: users of the ancient methods for attaining deeper spiritual realization as well as modern secular seekers after a happier, more balanced life. With our deep and expansive knowledge of meditation and retreat, we can support your journey, no matter what your level of experience is.
Diamond Mountain retreat houses are available for a solo retreat or group rentals. We are an eco-friendly retreat center, an Arizona religious non-profit organization 501(c)3 since 2001.
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Diamond Mountain believes in the art of meditative retreat and encourages newcomers & beginners to give it a try! It’s really simple to do by following our specially designed three-day schedule which includes video classes. With this structure, you are certain to benefit yourself and others
This retreat guide includes:
- Retreat preparation videos
- A full three-day schedule
- Links to meditation instruction
- Guided meditations
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OVERCOME FEAR AND ANXIETY A good death meditation results in a happy, clear mind Sarahni Stumpf Register Our physical bodies will inevitably die. We know this but we deny...
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Mondays, 4pm: The Twenty-One Verses in praise of Tara
We are reciting the "The Twenty-One Verses in praise of Tara, the Lady of Liberation" 7 times Link to prayer, click me If you want to familiarize yourself with the...
Find out more »Tuesdays, 4pm: Dharma Talk
Dharma is a Sanskrit word and can not be translated with one word into modern western languages. In Buddhism it refers to the teachings of the Buddha. In our Dharma...
Find out more »Wednesdays, 4pm: Meditation
Diamond Mountain is THE place for meditation and retreat. So let's get meditation going. TRAIN YOUR MIND - Learn how to focus and make your mind do what you want...
Find out more »Thursdays, 4pm: Teachings Revisited
We will watch together teachings from the TheKnowledgebase, where there are thousands of hours of teachings available. We will pick the best ones. During larger retreats and programs, dates and...
Find out more »Fridays, 4pm: Walking Meditation
A good meditation for beginners to develop awareness, synchronize breath and movement. You can combine it with Mantras as well. We will practice next to our Stupa. During larger retreats...
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