Please see related events on the Teachings Page. Manjushri Jnanasattva with Lama Thubten Nyima (Gape Lama) Manjushri is considered a warrior wisdom being who is both noble and gentle. Jnana sattva is a term used in tantric Buddhism to denote…

Manjushri is considered a warrior wisdom being who is both noble and gentle. Jnana sattva is a term used in tantric Buddhism to denote the true form of a deity as an aspect of enlightenment, which is invoked at the…

Manjushri is considered a warrior wisdom being who is both noble and gentle. Jnana sattva is a term used in tantric Buddhism to denote the true form of a deity as an aspect of enlightenment, which is invoked at the…

His Eminence Garchen Rinpoche offered his students the following advice: "What is the main reason we practice Yamantaka? It is contained in the phrase, "Let the destructiveness of sorcerers, their gods and protectors descend upon themselves," which we find in…

"Commentary on The Daily Practice of the Arising Stage and Mantra Recitation of the Exalted Vajrayogini who has the Face of the Two Truths" Vajrayogini is a female Buddha who embodies oneís innermost essence and is associated with the mother…

Khenpo Yeshi returns to Tucson to each us how to transform our busy minds into the state of tranquility and peace. His unique approach weaves together a traditional teaching format with group recitation of sacred texts, short meditations, and interactive…

Mandala Practice is one of the fourPreliminary Tibetan Buddhist Ngondro Practices, along with Refuge, Vajrasattva, and Guru Yoga. Mandala practice is a means of developing generosity by cutting through attachment and desire. During Mandala Practice, we visualize offering the entire…

For those entering the path of meditation practice, Drupon will offer teachings on the Preciousness of Buddhadharma, which provide exceptional guidance for how to compassionately to live one's life with increasing wisdom for the benefit of ourselves and others. Short…

Utter Illumination of the Innermost EssenceDrupon Thinley Rinpoche will be conferring the empowerment of Chakrasamvaraís Five-Deities called Utter Illumination of the Innermost Essence (Ghantapa stream). The empowerment will be followed with teaching and meditation guidance on the text. Chakrasamvara is…

"Drupon Thinley Ningpo Rinpoche will teach on two related topics during this weekend." Saturday, May 19 9-12pm/2-5pm: Introduction to Deity Meditation: Why we do it and How it Benefits Sunday, May 20 9-12pm/2-5pm: How to prepare for the Six Yogas…