We are currently on the 5th of the preparatory practices. Over the next 2 sessions Geshe la will go over cause and effect, as this is an important prerequisite for understanding this part of Jorchoe

1. Purifying the space and setting up the representations of body, speech & mind of Buddha. This involves cleaning the altar room, setting up the altar, etc. which will be a very auspicious beginning.
2. Arranging the offerings
3. Resting in 7-point Vairochana’s equipoise, setting motivation, taking refuge and arousing bodhicitta
4. Visualizing the merit field
5. Accumulating merit and purifying misdeeds through the seven-limb prayer and offering mandala
6. Requesting inspiration through prayers