Blue Mountain Dharma Educational Film Series:

Join us Tuesday, October 15th for a fascinating and very cool, outdoor screening of Tibetan Book of the Dead Directed by Yukari Hayashi & Barrie McLean and narrated by Leonard Cohen.

Death is real, it comes without warning and it cannot be escaped. An ancient source of strength and guidance, The Tibetan Book of the Dead remains an essential teaching originating in the spiritual cultures of the Himalayas. Narrated by Leonard Cohen, this enlightening two-part program explores the sacred text and boldly visualizes the afterlife according to its profound wisdom. Part 1: A Way of Life reveals the history of The Tibetan Book of the Dead and examines its traditional use in northern India, as well as its acceptance in Western hospices. Shot over a four-month period, the film contains footage of the rites and liturgies for a deceased Ladakhi elder and includes an interview with the Dalai Lama, who shares his views on the book's meaning and importance. Watch The Tibetan Book of the Dead - Part 2: The great Liberation

Blue Mountain Dharma continues its educational film series, screening at 7:00 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, October 15th. (The doors open at 6:30 p.m.) The event is free, and it will be held at Will Kerner’s house at 1620 East Market St in Charlottesville. All with an interest in Tibetan culture and Buddhism are welcome to attend. The film will be followed by a lively seminar-style discussion. Will has a pool so bring your trunks.

The Blue Mountain Dharma Film Series (BMD Film Series) is a monthly educational seminar on Tibetan Buddhism. Meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of each month to view and discuss films illustrating Tibetan Buddhist practice, the seminar features documentaries and biographical films focusing on the lives of notable Tibetan lineage