Buddhist Voices
12: Buddhist Voices - Saddhajoti On Co-Creating Chintamani Retreat Centre in Mexico
Oct 30, 2015
Saddhajoti, visionary of a Buddhist retreat centre in Mexico, discusses the creation of Chintamani, its unique design elements like stone inscriptions and a swimming pool, and the unexpected benefits it has brought to the Sangha. The team behind the center talks about the Buddhist atmosphere created with tankas and stupas, expressing gratitude and hope for its continuation.
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Quick takeaways
- The creation of Shintamani retreat center in Mexico was initially a personal project but evolved into a team effort aligned with the Triratna movement, serving as a venue for various retreats and activities.
- Shintamani retreat center in Mexico embraces Buddhist symbolism through unplanned stone inscriptions and symbols, creating a magical and unique environment for practitioners to connect with their practice.
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Building Shintamani: From a Personal Dream to a Team Project
Shintamani, a retreat center in Mexico, was originally intended as a personal project for Sata Joti and her partner. However, over time, their vision expanded into creating a team project as part of the Triratna movement in Mexico. The center, situated on a three and a half-hectare land, now features 16 bedrooms, a meditation hall with excellent acoustics, and various amenities. It serves as a venue for order activities, Mitra retreats, and retreats from different Buddhist centers in Mexico. Additionally, the center is rented out to other Sanghas and communities, providing income for maintenance and salaries.
