Drikung Namgyal Ling

Achi Practice
2007-01-23 00:00, 2007-01-09 00:00, 2006-12-12 00:00, 2006-11-28 00:00, 2006-11-13 00:00 (America/Phoenix)
Achi was the grandmother of Lord Jigten Sumgon, who founded the Drikung Kagyu Lineage. Achi is considered chief protectress of the Drikung Kagyu.
2nd & 4th Tuesdays, Every Month
Pati Stein 1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Pati Stein: 465-1882

Vajrasattva Practice
2007-01-21 00:00, 2006-10-15 00:00, 2006-10-01 00:00, 2006-09-17 00:00
Vajrasattva is the Buddha of purification, whose practice helps sweep away subtle and not-so subtle obscurations and karmic propensities.

1st and 3rd Sundayís @ 10:00am

1141 Saddlewood Ranch Drive
Tucson, Arizona 85745
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For More Information:
Zehra Conner: 299-1083

Achi Practice
2007-01-16 00:00, 2007-01-02 00:00, 2006-11-21 00:00, 2006-11-07 00:00, 2006-10-17 00:00, 2006-10-03 00:00
Achi was the grandmother of Lord Jigten Sumgon, who founded the Drikung Kagyu Lineage. Achi is considered chief protectress of the Drikung Kagyu.
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, Every Month
St. Markís Presbyterian Church 3809 E. 3rd Street Tucson, Arizona 85716 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Frank Cole: 321-9689

Tara Practice
2007-01-13 00:00, 2006-12-23 00:00, 2006-10-28 00:00, 2006-10-14 00:00, 2006-09-23 00:00
Tara embodies the female wisdom activity of the mind.She is often called the mother of all the Buddhas.
2nd and 4th Saturdays Each Month 5210 N. Nina Drive Tucson, Arizona 85704
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For More Information: Jacki Elder at 292-6070

Introduction to Mahamudra: The Co-Emergent Unification
2006-12-18 00:00 - 2006-12-20 00:00
Introduction to Mahamudra the Co-emergent Unification by Lord Jigten Sumgon is considered the amalgalmation of the entire gamut of essential instructions of Buddha’s teachings of sutra and tantra. Lord Sumgon founded the Drigung Kagyu order of Tibetan Buddhism in the twelfth century and taught the Dharma of the three vehicles extensively for forty years. Lord Sumgon had more than a hundred thousand disciples at a time, and as the famous saying goes, “the mountains are filled with Drigung practitioners and the plains are filled with Drigung patrons.” His teachings, coming from his own experience, are well known for their clarity and precision. This is the second year in a row that we will be the fortunate recipients of H.E. Garchen Rinpoche’s wisdom and instruction.
St. Markís Presbyterian Church 3809 East Third Street Tucson, Arizona 85716 (Click here for a map)

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DNL Annual Fall Yard Sale
2006-12-10 00:00
3525 East FairmontTucson, Arizona 85716
(between Dodge and Palo Verde, 4 blocks N of Speedway)
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Your donation of saleable used items is greatly appreciated! You can also help by volunteering at the yard sale itself.
Please consider donating:

Household goods: kitchen items, small appliances, cooking & serving dishes
Bicycles
Exercise equipment
Clothing in good condition
Jewelry
Framed artwork
Tools
Musical instruments
Usable Computers
Other items of value – please take the opportunity to do some spring cleaning, and give us your recycled items. 🙂
No major appliances please. All items that do not sell will be donated to the Beacon Foundation.
Your items may be dropped off on Saturday, December 9 between 9am and 5pm, or on Sunday, December 10, between 6-9am, at 3525 East Fairmont.
You may also arrange to have your donated items picked up earlier. Please call Pati at 465-1882 or Helene at 982-4822.

Also, please consider volunteering for an hour at the yard sale. We can use an extra 3 pairs of hands!

May all beings benefit!

Jewel Ornament of Liberation - 2006 Winter Program
2006-12-03 00:00, 2006-11-19 00:00, 2006-11-05 00:00
Gampopaís Jewel Ornament of Liberation is considered the masterwork of Tibetan Buddhism. For over eight hundred years, the text has provided a complete foundation for the study and practice of Buddhism.
The Jewel Ornament of Liberation examines oneís first entry onto the path, continuing through to the achievement of Buddhahood. Along the way, this masterpiece explores topics such as finding a spiritual master, impermanence, karma, cultivation of bodhicitta, the development of the six perfections, and other significant aspects of Buddhahood and its path.
ìAnyone who knows the Jewel Ornament well can say that they really understand Buddhism.î

— The Venerable Khenchen Konchog Gyaltsen Rinpoche

Historic Y Building 738 N. 5th Ave Tucson, Arizona 85705 (Click here for a map)
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Dharma Movie Night
2006-11-18 00:00
This Months’s Program: “Life of Buddha, The True Story of the Man Who Changed the World” by Martin Meissonnier (2004)Join us for a viewing of both classic and recent Tibetan and dharma movies, as well as occasional video from lama and sangha member travels. We strive to obtain rare and unusual movie and documentary footage to support this program.Video requests may be submitted to inquiries@drikungkagyutucson.org.
Dharma Movie Night occurs each month at the address below. We ask a small donation to offset DVD/tape rental and refeshment costs. All profits go to the Drikung Namgyal Ling Center Development Fund.

Pati Stein 1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Pati Stein: 465-1882

Essence of Mahayana - 2006 Winter Program
2006-11-10 00:00 - 2006-11-12 00:00
Thekchen Tenpai Nyingpo is a compendium of both Sutrayana and Tantrayana teachings. ìThekchen Tenpai Nyingpo: The Essence of Mahayanaî was written by Ngorje Repa, a senior disciple of Lord Jigten Sumgon. The book is a summary of the essence teachings of all traditions ó a sort of road map to enlightenment written in a way that is easily understood. An important text of the Drikung Kagyu Lineage, its primary focus is on the Five Fold Mahamudra: Preliminary Practices, Yidam, Four Kaya Guru Yoga, Mahamudra, and Dedication.
St. Markís Presbyterian Church 3809 East Third Street Tucson, Arizona 85716 (Click here for a map)

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Achi Practice
2006-09-26 00:00, 2006-09-12 00:00
Achi was the grandmother of Lord Jigten Sumgon, who founded the Drikung Kagyu Lineage. She is considered chief protectress of the Drikung Kagyu. Achi protects us from any obstacles that may arise in our practice.
2nd & 4th Tuesdays, Every Month
Pati Stein 1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749

2nd Annual Amitayus Long-Life Retreat
2006-09-15 00:00 - 2006-09-20 00:00
Being born as a human being is considered extremely precious, as it is the best platform for spiritual practice. Only humans have the right amount of suffering ó our inspiration toward religion ó and the leisure with which to pursue that path. The human birth, used correctly, becomes a tool that benefits both self and all others. Through relying on Buddha Amitayus, we can be protected from untimely death and increase our life span, allowing us to make full use of the opportunity now at hand, i.e., our human body. Moreover, the practice of Amitayus itself becomes a means to make meaningful this human existence.
Amitayus practice is traditionally done at the beginning of the preliminary practices (Ngˆndro), as insurance that the practitioner will live to complete their full commitment. It is also accumulated at the start of any long retreat. This particular Amitayus practice, called Drupay Gyalmoís Longevity Practice, is an important practice for the Drikung lineage, which traces it to a great Indian dakini (Machik Drupay Gyalmo) who taught it to Rechungpa (one of Milarepaís main disciples). This is a wonderful opportunity for practitioners to practice together in a traditional, intensive and intimate retreat setting with an accomplished master.
This five-day closed retreat is our second annual fall retreat, and registration is limited to 25 persons. The retreat will begin on Friday evening with an empowerment ceremony, and be followed by five days of meditation and instruction. As this retreat is closed, pre-registration is required, and attendees will need to remain on-site throughout the retreat. Led by Drupon Thinley Nyingpo Rinpoche, this retreat will be held at our sister center, Garchen Buddhist Institute, in the tranquil high-desert surrounds of Chino Valley, Arizona, four hours North of Tucson.
Retreat Fees
$375. (includes meals & lodging)
Location
Garchen Buddhist Institute
Chino Valley, Arizona
(Please see Retreat Flyer for detailed directions)
Retreat Fees & Lodging
Retreat fees include all meals and lodging in a common area, as well as required ritual items. Participants are expected to share in all kitchen and clean-up duties. Alternative accommodations including dormitory rooms or camping are available for an additional fee. The dormitory includes four double-occupancy rooms at a cost $20/person/night for double occupancy and $30/person/night for single occupancy.
Camping is available at $4/night. If you wish to book alternative accommodation, you must do so directly with Garchen Buddhist Institute. Please contact Trisha at Garchen Institute to make reservations. (Email: questions@garchen.net, Phone: 928-925-1237)
Pre-registration is required and must be made by Friday, August 18.
As a courtesy to those with allergies, please refrain from wearing perfume. Thank you!

To Place Your Reservation or for Additional Information, Please Contact:
Pati Stein
Phone: (520) 465-1882
Email: pati@drikungkagyutucson.org

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