THE TIBETAN BOOK OF THE DEAD: Documentary and Dinner w/ Great Falls Harvest
Schedule
Sun, 19 Jan, 2025 at 05:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Epsilon Spires | Brattleboro, VT
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Narrated by Leonard Cohen, this enlightening film explores the sacred text of The Tibetan Book of the Dead to boldly visualize the afterlife according to its profound wisdom. Enjoy discussing the topic over a 3-course culinary experience inspired by Himalayan cuisine created by GREAT FALLS HARVEST! Beverages are included. Doors open 5:30pm, film begins 5:45pm, Dinner at 7:45pm. Spaces are limited- we recommend reserving in advance.
The Tibetan Book of the Dead (1994, 90 mins, Dir. by Barrie McLean) 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 in the Buddhist cultures of the Himalayas. Narrated by Leonard Cohen, this enlightening two-part series 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.
Part 2: The Great Liberation follows an old lama and his novice monk as they guide a Himalayan villager into the afterlife using readings from The Tibetan Book of the Dead. The soul's 49-day journey towards rebirth is envisioned through actual photography of rarely seen Buddhist rituals, interwoven with groundbreaking animation by internationally acclaimed filmmaker Ishu Patel.
Great Falls Harvest is a family owned farm-to-table restaurant, market and test kitchen that uses seasonal local ingredients from regenerative, sustainable food systems. With roots in the slow food movement, Chef Chris Menegoni crafts exciting global cuisine bursting with color, flavor, and texture. Their botanical apothecary creates deep kitchen medicine-of-the-moment, innovative and therapeutic cuisine for times of rapid and unpredictable change.
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Where is it happening?
Epsilon Spires, 190 Main Street,Brattleboro, Vermont, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
