BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Drikung Namgyal Ling - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Drikung Namgyal Ling X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Drikung Namgyal Ling REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20110101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20121215T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20121216T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001546Z UID:10000547-1355529600-1355616000@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Guru Yoga from the Ngondro\, The Preliminary Practices DESCRIPTION:Drupon Rinchen Dorje Rinpoche will lead two days of teachings and precious instructions on guru yoga practice from the precious Ngondro Preliminary Practices. \nGuru Yoga the practice of merging oneís mind with the wisdom mind of the master. The practice consists of visualizing the guru (either in his own form or in the form of deity)\, requesting his blessings\, receiving his blessings\, and merging one’s mind with the master’s wisdom mind.\n\nDates/Times:\nSaturday & Sunday\, December 15-16\,\n9am-12pm; 2pm-5pm \nNote: We will conclude the teachings on Sunday with Achi Chokyi Drolma Deity Practice.\n\nLocation:\nBrennan Washburn residence \n4201 E. Oxford Drive\, Tucson\, 85711\n(North of Broadway & West of Columbus Blvd) \nDirections:\n * Turn North from Broadway onto Irving Street (1 block west of Columbus) \n * Turn East or right onto Kings Street \n * Turn North or left onto Oxford Drive \n * Follow Oxford Drive past right-angle turn and continue for 1/2 block \n * Brennan’s house is on left or north side of Oxford Drive\n\nSuggested Donation:\n$65 for Saturday/Sunday teachings\nNo one will be turned away for lack of funds\nFor More Information\, please contact:\nPati Stein : 520-465-1882 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/guru-yoga-from-the-ngondro-the-preliminary-practices-2/ CATEGORIES:Dharma Teaching END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130126T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130127T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001546Z UID:10000548-1359158400-1359244800@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:The Way of the Bodhissatva DESCRIPTION:Bodhisattvacaryāvatāra was written 1\,200 years ago by the Great Bodhisattva Shantideva\, a renunciant prince from north India\, translated into the English title as: “The Ways of the Bodhisattvas.”and is highly revered as it shows concisely and comprehensively how to generate bodhicitta and how to conduct oneself like a Bodhisattva. \nThe Way of the Bodhissatva provides a systematic overview of what the Bodhisattvas must study and practice in order to become wise and kind\, and attain enlightenment.\n\nThe Way of the Bodhissatva is one of the great Mahayana texts and most commonly studied and practiced in India and Tibet. This text has more than one hundred commentaries written in India. Since its introduction in Tibet by the 9th century\, more than twenty commentaries were written. When Tibetan Buddhism propagated worldwide\, this text became more widely read and practiced by Buddhist practitioners both in the east and west.\n\nThe text was written in simple language for easy to understand\, yet the contents are profound because they were derived from actual practices. \n\n1871 N. King Street Tucson\, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map) \nFor More Information:\nPati Stein: 465-1882 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/the-way-of-the-bodhissatva-2/ CATEGORIES:Dharma Teaching END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130513T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130513T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001543Z UID:10000513-1368403200-1368403200@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Monday Meditation Practice - Amitahba DESCRIPTION:Each Monday we come together to listen\, contemplate\, and meditate on the Buddhist teachings.Buddha Amitabha is an historical buddha from another era. He made special aspiration that he would accomplish bodhicitta and benefit all sentient beings. In particular he focused on his pure land called Dewachen and said even those who have not achieved bhumis can be reborn in my pure land. They can make this connection simply by hearing my name and developing devotion.\nCurrently we are listening to the teachings of Garchen Rinpoche on Deity practice.\nMeditation practice can vary from week to week. Frequently we practice White Tara\, Achi\, Amitabha\, or Vajrasattva deity meditation\, using visualization and mantra as a means of concentration.\nThis practice is free and beginners are welcome.\nFollowing this practice\, we will also listen to Garchen Rinpoche’s teaching on “Essential Pith Instructions on the Accomplishment Practice of Yamataka”. This teaching was held in Tucson in December of 2010.\nGarchen Rinpoche had this to say about this practice: \n“When you are meditating on loving-kindness and compassion for all\, then you have no ego-clinging. Without ego-clinging nothing can harm you. So through Yamataka we meditate on compassion for all sentient beings and nothing – curses\, sorcery\, whatever – can harm us.\nIf you understand this then you understand all there is to know about Yamataka Practice.”\nAdditionally\, practitioners who attended this teaching have said this instruction from Garchen Rinpoche is helpful instruction for all Deity Practices.\n\n \nEvery Monday Evening \n4648 East Speedway Blvd Tucson\, Arizona 85711 (Click here for a map) \nFor More Information: Pati Stein: 465-1882 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/monday-meditation-practice-amitahba-2/ CATEGORIES:Special Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130520T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130520T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001548Z UID:10000555-1369008000-1369008000@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Monday Meditation Practice - Varied DESCRIPTION:Every Monday we come together to listen\, contemplate\, and meditate on the Buddhist teachings. Currently we are listening to the teachings of Garchen Rinpoche on Deity practice. Meditation practice can vary from week to week. Frequently we practice White Tara\, Achi\, Amitabha\, or Vajrasattva deity meditation\, using visualization and mantra as a means of concentration. \nThis practice is free and beginners are welcome. \n4648 East Speedway Blvd Tucson\, Arizona 85711 (Click here for a map) \nFor More Information: Pati Stein: 465-1882 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/monday-meditation-practice-varied-3/ CATEGORIES:Special Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130527T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130527T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001546Z UID:10000550-1369612800-1369612800@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Monday Meditation DESCRIPTION:Every Monday we come together to listen\, contemplate\, and meditate on the Buddhist teachings. Currently we are listening to the teachings of Garchen Rinpoche on Deity practice. Meditation practice can vary from week to week. Frequently we practice White Tara\, Achi\, Amitabha\, or Vajrasattva deity meditation\, using visualization and mantra as a means of concentration.Following the practice\, we will also listen to Garchen Rinpoche’s teaching on “Essential Pith Instructions on the Accomplishment Practice of Yamataka”. This teaching was held in Tucson in December of 2010.\nGarchen Rinpoche had this to say about this practice:\n\n“When you are meditating on loving-kindness and compassion for all\, then you have no ego-clinging. Without ego-clinging nothing can harm you. So through Yamataka we meditate on compassion for all sentient beings and nothing – curses\, sorcery\, whatever – can harm us.\nIf you understand this then you understand all there is to know about Yamataka Practice.”\nAdditionally\, practitioners who attended this teaching have said this instruction from Garchen Rinpoche is helpful instruction for all Deity Practices.\n\nBeginners are welcome at this practice. \n \nEvery Monday Evening \n4648 East Speedway Blvd Tucson\, Arizona 85711 (Click here for a map) \nFor More Information: Pati Stein: 465-1882 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/monday-meditation-2/ CATEGORIES:Weekly Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130531T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130602T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001548Z UID:10000551-1369958400-1370131200@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Tummo Instruction and Open Practice Retreat DESCRIPTION:This is an open retreat and you are welcome to attend this practice weekend as your schedule allows.We will practice Tummo using a Vajrayogini as a generation stage practice. Vajrayogini Empowerment is not required. Drupon would like this retreat to be open to all who have desire to attend. All required texts will be provided.Suggested donation: $75 for all three days\, $20/session\n\nDates/Times:\nFriday\, Saturday & Sunday\, May 31-June 2\,\n9am-12pm and 2pm-5pm\n\nLocation:\n1871 N. King Street\nTucson\, Arizona 85749 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/tummo-instruction-and-open-practice-retreat-2/ CATEGORIES:Dharma Teaching END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130603T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130603T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001548Z UID:10000552-1370217600-1370217600@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Monday Meditation Practice - Achi Chokyi Drolma DESCRIPTION:Achi is the chief protector of the Drikung tradition\, and is considered the emanation of Vajrayogini who is the embodiment of wisdom and compassion of all the Buddhas. For this practice we will use visualization and mantra as a means of meditative concentration.This event is free and beginners are welcome.\nLocation:\n1871 N. King Street\nTucson\, Arizona 85749 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/monday-meditation-practice-achi-chokyi-drolma-2/ CATEGORIES:Weekly Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130608T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130609T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001546Z UID:10000549-1370649600-1370736000@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Phowa Practice Teachings DESCRIPTION:ìPhowa Practice ñ The Standing Blade of Grass ñ is the transmission of consciousness at the time of death. This is considered the most direct and quickest path to achieving enlightenment. It is said that even the heaviest of sinners has a chance for enlightenment through the practice of Phowa.î ñ His Eminence Khenchen Gyaltsen Rinpoche\nThis weekend teaching will afford practioners with the opportunity to receive focused instruction on Phowa practice.\n\nDates/Times:\nSaturday & Sunday\, June 8-9\,\n9am-12pm; 2pm-5pm\n\nLocation:\n1871 N. King Street\nTucson\, Arizona 85749 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/phowa-practice-teachings-2/ CATEGORIES:Dharma Teaching END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130610T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130610T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001548Z UID:10000553-1370822400-1370822400@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Monday Meditation - White Tara DESCRIPTION:Every Monday we come together to listen\, contemplate\, and meditate on the Buddhist teachings. Currently we are listening to the teachings of Garchen Rinpoche on Deity practice. Meditation practice can vary from week to week. Frequently we practice White Tara\, Achi\, Amitabha\, or Vajrasattva deity meditation\, using visualization and mantra as a means of concentration.Tara embodies the female wisdom activity of the mind. She is often called the mother of all the Buddhas. \nThis event is free and beginners are welcome.\nLocation:\n1871 N. King Street\nTucson\, Arizona 85749 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/monday-meditation-white-tara-2/ CATEGORIES:Weekly Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130719T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130721T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001548Z UID:10000554-1374192000-1374364800@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:The Fivefold Path of Mahamudra DESCRIPTION:Drupon Trinley Yeshi Rinpoche \nThe Fivefold Path of Mahamudra includes the cultivation of bodhicitta\, guru yoga practice\, yidam practice\, Mahamudra practice\, and the dedication of merit. This is a special way of laying out the path of practice according to the Drikung Kagyu lineage.\n\nIt is especially good fortune to receive these teachings from Drupon Yeshi Rinpoche\, because he holds this lineage purely. He received it directly from one of the main Drikung Kagyu lineage holders\, Drubwang Pachung Rinpoche\, and as well as from Drubwang Tenzin Nyima\, the main lineage holders of the Fivefold Path of Mahamudra. To receive the direct transmission of these teachings from Drupon Yeshi Rinpoche is thus a very rare and precious opportunity. \nThis practice lineage possesses truly great blessings. As a lineage is passed from master to disciple\, it is actually the practice lineage that is passed on\, which means the master must first have attained complete experience and realization in the practice. He or she then passes it on to a disciple\, who must then himself or herself gain the same experience and realization. Thus it is passed on\, creating a very pure lineage of great blessings.\n\nH.E. Garchen Rinpoche has said about Drupon Yeshi Rinpoche: “He is an inconceivable\, extraordinary master\, truly upholding the teachings of the Drikung Kagyu. He is a true\, authentic\, qualified spiritual master\, and you should make a dedicated effort to come and receive his teachings. You should take this opportunity to ask him questions about your practice\, for it is very\, very rare.”\n\nThis teaching will take place Friday evening from 7-9pm\, Saturday 9am-12pm and 2-5pm\, and Sunday 9am-12pm.\nTraditional Tibetan Healing\nFrom 2-5pm on Sunday\, Drupon Rinpoche will bestow a Traditional Tibetan Healing to those who wish it. This tradition is believed to bestow blessings and remove obstacle to good health and happiness. To help us plan better\, please let us know you’ll be attending. Contact Pati at 465-1882. \n\nDates/Times:\nFriday\, July 19\, 7-9pm\nSaturday\, July 20\, 9am-12pm & 2-5pm\nSunday\, July 21\, 9am-12pm\n\nTraditional Tibetan Healing\nSunday\, July 21\, 2-5pm\nSuggested Donation:\n$85 for the weekend.\nLocation:\n1871 N. King Street\nTucson\, Arizona 85749 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/the-fivefold-path-of-mahamudra-2/ CATEGORIES:Dharma Teaching END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130907T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20130908T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001549Z UID:10000556-1378512000-1378598400@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Essence of Great Bliss DESCRIPTION:Lama Thupten Nyima \nThis lyrical liturgy will include traditional chanted recitation with the Venerable Lama Thupten Nima\, Chant Master from Gar Monastery in Tibet\, and current resident teacher at Garchen Institute in Chino Valley\, Arizona. Lama Nyima will instruct and guide us on this special practice weekend. \nThe Essence of Great Bliss and its accompanying texts are treasures revealed by the 19th century Drigung Kagy¸ Tertˆn Orgyen N¸den Dorje. The focus of this method for accomplishing the mind of Guru Rinpoche–from refuge at the beginning through dedication at the end–is the accomplishment of the Great Perfection. \nAlthough three different mantras are recited during the practice\, the principal recitation is that of the approach mantra: Om ah hum vajra guru padma siddhi hum. The practice is meant to be done in a group retreat setting and is chanted with lovely melodies throughout. \nAs this accomplishment retreat is traditionally held yearly at Gar Monastery in Eastern Tibet\, Garchen Rinpoche has encouraged its practice by his disciples in the west.\n\nDates/Times:\nSaturday & Sunday\, September 7 & 8\, 9am-12pm & 2-5pm\n\nSuggested Donation:\n$85 for the weekend.\nLocation:\n1871 N. King Street\nTucson\, Arizona 85749 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/essence-of-great-bliss-2/ CATEGORIES:Dharma Teaching END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20131116T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20131117T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001549Z UID:10000557-1384560000-1384646400@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Love\, Compassion\, and Bodhichitta DESCRIPTION:The Special Ngondro: The Meditation of Love\, Compassion\, and Bodhichitta is the 5th practice in the Drikung Ngondro. \nIn his book\, Diamond Rosary\, The Most Venerable Khenchen Gyaltsen Rinpoche said the following about this practice:\n\nThis precious teaching is a powerful way to recognize our own potential and it gives us full confidence to pursue the path. In our confusion we do not recognize our own home as buddha nature. We have traveled far away from our basic goodness and suffer greatly in that confusion.\n\nThis practice gives us a method to dispel confusion and return home. These Dharma teachings especially … bodhicitta\, give us an opportunity to completely reveal our buddha nature that has been hidden by afflicting emotions and negative karma.\n\nAs part of this practice teaching\, Drupon Dorje will also offer the Bodhisattva vow.\n\nFor those interested\, Diamond Rosary will be available for purchase at the teaching.\n\nDates/Times:\nSaturday & Sunday\, November 16 & 17\, 9am-12pm & 2-5pm\n\nSuggested Donation:\n$85 for the weekend.\nLocation:\n1871 N. King Street\nTucson\, Arizona 85749 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/love-compassion-and-bodhichitta-2/ CATEGORIES:Dharma Teaching END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20140106T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20140106T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001950Z UID:10000559-1388966400-1388966400@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Monday Meditation Practice DESCRIPTION:Every Monday we come together to listen\, contemplate\, and meditate on the Buddhist teachings. Currently we are listening to the teachings of Garchen Rinpoche on Deity practice. Meditation practice can vary from week to week. Frequently we practice White Tara\, Achi\, Amitabha\, or Vajrasattva deity meditation\, using visualization and mantra as a means of concentration. \nThis practice is free and beginners are welcome. \n4648 East Speedway Blvd\nTucson\, Arizona 85711\n(Click here for a map) \nFor More Information:\nPati Stein: 465-1882 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/monday-meditation-practice-2/ CATEGORIES:Weekly Practice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20140118T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20140119T000000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140813T001549Z UID:10000558-1390003200-1390089600@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:The Way of the Bodhisattva DESCRIPTION:Bodhisattvacaryāvatāra was written 1\,200 years ago by the Great Bodhisattva Shantideva\, a renunciant prince from north India\, translated into the English title as: “The Ways of the Bodhisattvas.”and is highly revered as it shows concisely and comprehensively how to generate bodhicitta and how to conduct oneself like a Bodhisattva. \nThe Way of the Bodhisattva provides a systematic overview of what the Bodhisattvas must study and practice in order to become wise and kind\, and attain enlightenment.\n\nThe Way of the Bodhisattva is one of the great Mahayana texts and most commonly studied and practiced in India and Tibet. This text has more than one hundred commentaries written in India. Since its introduction in Tibet by the 9th century\, more than twenty commentaries were written. When Tibetan Buddhism propagated worldwide\, this text became more widely read and practiced by Buddhist practitioners both in the east and west.\n\nThe text was written in simple language for easy to understand\, yet the contents are profound because they were derived from actual practices. \n\n1871 N. King Street Tucson\, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map) \nFor More Information:\nPati Stein: 465-1882 URL:https://www.drikungtucson.org/event/the-way-of-the-bodhisattva-2/ CATEGORIES:Dharma Teaching END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20140219T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20140219T210000 DTSTAMP:20260721T185732 CREATED:20140813T001549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141203T031859Z UID:10000562-1392836400-1392843600@www.drikungtucson.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Meditation Practice DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday evening\, we come together to listen\, contemplate\, and meditate on Buddhist teachings. Meditation practice can vary from week to week. We frequently practice White Tara\, Achi\, Amitabha\, or Vajrasattva deity meditation\, using visualization and mantra as a means of concentration. \nCurrently we are practicing the White Tara Deity practice. \nTara Embodies the female wisdom activity of the mind. She is often called the mother of all the Buddhas. White Tara offers peace\, prosperity\, health and long life through her enlightened activities. In reciting her mantra and making a connection to her\, we draw closer to developing her enlightened qualities in ourselves.