Compassion Fasting Retreat

April 15th marks the anniversary of Buddha Shakyamuni demonstrating the attainment of enlightenment in 589 B.C.E. Kadampa Buddhists celebrate with a special purification and fasting retreats in Kadampa Buddhist Centers worldwide based on the practice Drop of Essential Nectar an annual fasting and purification retreat performed in conjunction with a practice of the Buddha of Compassion. Friday, April 12 Session 1 – 6:30am – 8am Session 2 – 10:30am – 12pm Session 3 – 4-5:30pm Saturday, April 13 Session 1 – 6:30am – 8am Session 2 – 10:30am – 12pm Session 3 – 4-5:30pm