Orgyen Hermitage
Bay of Plenty, Aotearoa
2026

“A Blossoming of Sublime Understanding and Love“
– Unbroken Wholeness, the Sadhana of Amitabha and Pureland Buddhism –

an extended exploration with Tarchin Hearn

Dear Friends
In our last gathering at Orgyen, Tarchin mentioned the possibility of an extended contemplative exploration based around the Sadhana of Buddha Amitabha. This e-mail is an advance invitation, especially directed to ‘Yogis of the Natural World’ and long term practitioners of buddha-dharma, to join us in an experimental exploration of love and clear seeing. Ideally, participants will feel inspired to take the themes from these monthly gatherings and work with them in the unique ever-changing situations and circumstances of their lives. 

In Mahayana Buddhism, Amitabha and what is sometimes referred to as Pure-land Buddhism, are widely revered as being deeply supportive for any and all beings, regardless their education and station in life. These teachings can also serve as profound hints pointing to the spontaneously open, beyond words, fruition of a life of dedicated dharma practice. 

Please mark these dates in your calendar. Further dates may be added depending on how the study unfolds.

Jan 18/26
Feb 15/26
March 15/26
April 12/26
May 10/26
June 7/26

As we have done previously, classes will begin at 10am and be followed by a shared lunch. There will be an opportunity for people to participate via Zoom.

One week ahead of each class, I will send out reminders and details of how to register for both in-person participation and for those joining via Zoom. If you are not already on our list and would like to be included, email me at mtness@eol.co.nz

To get some idea of the teachings Tarchin will be drawing on during these explorations you can download and begin to explore his e-book “https://greendharmatreasury.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/unbroken-wholeness-of-sul-gdt.pdf

with warm good wishes and seasons greetings to everyone

Mary