Abstract PreCyprian Consiglio Spirit, Soul and Body: The Universal Call to Contemplation Thursday, February 16, 2006 at 7:30 pm An evening meditation based on the teachings and spirituality of Bede Griffiths and Abhishiktananda. A practical application of incorporating the best of Eastern philosophy and practice with Western spirituality toward the new mysticism of the 21st century. Prayer, song, meditation, exercise and teaching. Cyprian Consiglio is a monk of the...

Abstract In observation of the Summer Solstice, the Rothko Chapel will be open from sunrise to sunset (approximately 6:20am-8pm). In addition, the following programs will be available at no charge:Sun Salutations 6:21am sunriseCelebrate the start of the Summer Solstice with 108 sun salutations on the Plaza. Sun salutations are a series of yoga poses designed to warm up the body, and 108 is considered an auspicious number in yoga philosophy. Participants are welcome to complete...

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Contains materials related to public programs during the time period, except for Awards and Colloquia which have separate series.

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Events held both at Rothko Chapel and The Methodist Hospital

Abstract Ajit Giani, Baha'i Tradition Suggested donation $10This meditation explores the similarities of prayer and meditation in the Baha’i faith since the former is an expression to the Divine, and the latter is listening to the Divine within each of us. Participants chant prayers in various languages with time in between to meditate and listen to the Divine answer. Ajit Giani is the External Affairs Officer for the Baha’is of Houston, Director at Interfaith Ministries and chair of the...

Abstract Abbas Mahvash and Luke Slott, Baha'i TraditionFor the month of October, the Rothko Chapel presented a meditation in the Baha'i tradition. Led by Abbas Mahvash of the Bahá'í Community of Houston, accompanied by Luke Slott, singer, songwriter and composer from Dublin, Ireland, this session explored a Baha'i perspective on the purpose of religious practice through prayer and meditation. The meditation also addressed individual and community healing after Harvey as a part of the...

Abstract Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D., Bon-Buddhist MeditationLearn about meditation in the ancient Bon-Buddhist tradition of Tibet, and how it can be a "medicine" for our mind-wandering and emotional entanglements. We will also practice simple techniques of "Meditation Precious Pills" for every day life, and bring a focus to the importance of community support.Dr. Alejandro Chaoul is an assistant professor and director of education at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center's Integrative...

Abstract Dr. Alejandro Chaoul, Bon-Buddhist Tradition Suggested donation $10Learn about meditation in the ancient Bon-Buddhist tradition of Tibet, and how it can be a "medicine" for our mind, taking the three pills of stillness of the body, silence of speech and openness of one's heart-mind. Also experience how simple movements of Tibetan Yoga, called Tsa Lung, can help us open our chakras, in particular our heart chakra, and how we can connect to our inner qualities to then share with...

Abstract Alejandro Chaoul, Bon-Buddhist Tradition Suggested donation $10This meditation exposes participants to the power of meditation as medicine for the mind from the Bon-Buddhist perspective. Alejandro Chaoul is an assistant professor and director of education at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center’s Integrative Medicine program, where he conducts research using mind-body techniques with cancer patients, holds group and individual meditation classes, and directs the education initiatives on...