A Land of Calm Abiding

Historically, many individuals have sought places conducive to solitary meditation.

For Buddhism to succeed in the West, practitioners must gain profound realizations on the path to enlightenment. These realizations are the result of long-term, isolated retreat. Once realized, this potential becomes an inspiration to all of us who seek refuge in the Buddhist path and wish to benefit others.

Very few places that meet the criteria for successful solitary retreat. A Land of Calm Abiding - 500 acres at Big Sur on the California Coast – is such a place.

Retreat cabins for 8 residents are located seven miles up a rugged dirt road and access requires a one hour drive.

$25,000 for two years (@$2,000 per month) is immediately needed to cover the costs to maintain the land:

: Two full-time caretakers look after the retreatants and property.
: Satellite phone system – for emergency communication during the 6-month rainy season when the land is only accessible by helicopter.
: Automobile expenses
: Ranch expenses

Your help directly benefits those long-term meditators on the land. A donation of any amount means that Land of Calm Abiding can flourish.

Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Ribur Rinpoche conclude that this land has special significance for the development of realizations in the minds of Western students.

"...These people who are doing retreat are sincere, trying hard not to waste time. My wish is to be able to offer service to more people who want to dedicate their lives to actualizing the path to enlightenment, the most worthwhile thing..."

–Lama Zopa Rinpoche