Ancestral Healing

A Ritual & Study Immersion in Nature Amidst the turbulence of global events, climate chaos, and our own personal fears and losses, this immersive retreat offers both ancestral medicine and the stabilizing wisdom of two ancient wisdom traditions, Judaism and Tibetan Buddhism. Using The Wisdom of Judaism & Buddhism Both spiritual paths put forth a cherished archetype—in Judaism, the Tzaddik (righteous person) and in Buddhism, the Bodhisattva (one who chooses to give up their own enlightenment and wellbeing to liberate others.) Their combined teachings will be our springboard for deep personal and ancestral healing. This powerful 3-day immersion will include: Jewish and Buddhist text study Transformational meditative practices Sacred rituals in nature Solo time to cultivate your connection to ancestral and soul guidance Through these activities we will cultivate relationships with our own ancestors and deepen internal guidance. This fall, gift yourself with a spiritual immersion into ancient wisdom and intergenerational medicine. Ancient texts of Judaism and Buddhism are our prism through which to encounter and heal our own familial legacies. Journeying into the ancestral realm with Rabbi Tirzah, you will glean insights into the resources and ruptures that have shaped you and open portals to new ways of being. Transformational meditation practices and guided rituals on the beautiful grounds of Karme Chöling will illuminate your path during this tumultuous moment in history. Wisdom from Two Ancient Texts In addition to sacred poetry from around the world, we will be drawing from two ancient texts: (All provided in English) Thirty-seven Practices of a Bodhisattva  by Tokme Zongpo (b. 1295 Central Tibet) and Sayings of Talmudic, Hassidic, and Kabbalistic Masters (c. 100 BCE to 1700 CE). All backgrounds, orientations, and ages are welcome. Arrival & Departure There will be an orientation on Thursday evening, the 17th at 7:30pm. The program formally begins with the Rabbi at 11am on the 18th. Please plan to arrive on the 17th between 2:00pm and 6:00pm to register and settle in. Dinner is served at 6:30pm. Breakfast will be served at 8am The program formally concludes with a luncheon at 12:30pm on the 20th. Getting Here Visit our Directions and Transportation page to see different options for traveling to Karmê Chöling including pick-up service from Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction and Burlington to our front door. Note: A 50% deposit is required to reserve your accommodation.