The words Guru Yoga mean ëunion with the nature of the guruí, and in this practice we are given methods by which we can blend our own minds with the enlightened mind of the master.There is no swifter, more moving,…

All sentient beings, without exception have buddha nature, the inherent purity and perfection of the mind, untouched by changing mental states. Thus there is neither any reason for conceit in deeming oneself better than others, nor any reason for self-contempt,…

Meditation instruction, guidance and practice with a Tibetan-Buddhist meditation retreat master: Nine-Round Breathing, Shamata and Vipashyna. You may attend any or all sessions. 1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map) For More Information: Pati Stein:…

The Four Thoughts That Turn the Mind is the fundamental basis of all Buddhist practice. The first thought - our reflection on precious human birth, gives us insight into the great fortune of our human incarnation and the opportunity it…

Drupon Rinchen Dorje will dispense his heart advice on improving one's meditation practice based on his own experiences including a recently completed 6-year retreat. Following Tuesdayís Teaching at 8:00pm we will celebrate the completion of Drupon Rinpocheís visit with a…

Through teachings preserved by the Driking Kagyu lineage, His Eminence Garchen Rinpoche will give instruction on Five-fold Mahamudra Meditation practice, known for its ability to help awaken understanding of the essential nature of mind.The teaching will present the classic three-fold…

Event Day and TimesFridays, 1/30 and 2/6, 7-9pm Saturdays/Sundays, 1/31-2/1 and 2/7-8, 9am-5pm Natural Liberation, Padmasambhava's Teachings on the Six Bardos provide extensive instruction on each of the six transitional processes, or bardos, that make up our experience in samsara.…

Event Day and TimesFridays, 1/30 and 2/6, 7-9pm Saturdays/Sundays, 1/31-2/1 and 2/7-8, 9am-5pm Natural Liberation, Padmasambhava's Teachings on the Six Bardos provide extensive instruction on each of the six transitional processes, or bardos, that make up our experience in samsara.…

On Sunday, March 15, 2009, Gape Lama will lead Lama Chopa practice from 2-5pm at Pati & Murrayís, with a focus on how to play the various instruments used in Tibetan Buddhist ritual practice. Bring your instruments so we can…

Most deity yoga practices require that practitioners receive an initiation or empowerment prior to doing the practice. The empowerment ritual confers authority upon the practitioner to engage in the practice of the particular deity for which the empowerment is given.…