Orgyen Chodren, now 36, became a nun at the age of 12. She says, “When I leave the Gonpa, I have no taste for what is happening outside, and I want to go back to the Gonpa immediately.” In response to being asked what is the most important thing in all of the Dharma, she responded: “Recognizing the nature of mind is the most important thing. Just like a river running continually under a bridge, the nature of mind underlies all phenomena.”
Archive for May, 2009
Inspiration from a Nangchen Nun
Tuesday, May 5th, 2009A note from Rinpoche about the safety of the Nangchen Nuns
Tuesday, May 5th, 2009The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns in China and their gonpas were not adversely affected in any way by earthquakes or political unrest that occurred in 2008. No one knows the long-term economic impact on the Nuns that these and future unexpected events may have. Rinpoche will keep us advised as matters unfold.
Bruton, Somerset, U.K. March/April 2009
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009The Bardo Retreat
March 28–April 3, 2009
Rinpoche’s teachings on the Bardo marked the 10th anniversary of Pundarika U.K. and the 8th year since their first retreat took place. In honor of Carole Bishop’s hard work over the years, attendees presented her with a thank you gift, which greatly moved her. There was a real sense of commitment among the 120 participants, and 15 people who had been practicing for years took refuge. (more…)
Beatenberg, Switzerland: March 2009
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009Dzogchen: The Nature of Mind
March 21–27, 2009
With greetings from Switzerland by Fred von Allmen
“Rinpoche arrived at the Zurich airport where Serena and I picked him up and took him to an apartment at a Buddhist center in Bern, so that he could rest. (more…)
Letters from 3-year Retreatants
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009Here are a few personal letters from three of Tsoknyi Rinpoche’s students who are in three-year retreat in Dordogne, France, and that he wanted to share with the sangha:
Dear Rinpoche,
I hope you are well. I am happy to say that all is well here. I feel so fortunate to have this opportunity. Tulku Pema Rinpoche is very generous with his time and has given us a lot of instruction and teachings. We have excellent conditions, and the group is strong. (more…)
M.L. Mackie
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009
Rinpoche wanted everyone to know that M.L. Mackie completed her Ngondro before turning 70, as she had aspired to do.
Here’s Rinpoche’s note to her dated March 9, 2009:
“I got your news while staying in a downtown London hotel at 10:15 in the morning. I am really amazed at your accomplishment and appreciate your effort and enthusiasm. I consider Ngondro as one of the main practices. You fulfilled your goal before you turned 70—very good. Keep doing this and keep going.”
The Rinchen Terzod Empowerments
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009The Rinchen Terzod Empowerments in Dhera Dhun, India
(12/08–3/6/09)
by Tsoknyi Rinpoche III
Kyabje Taklung Tsetrul Rinpoche bestowing the Rinchen Terzod empowerments (copyright 2009, Mindrolling International)
Empowerments
In Buddhism, you generally find three primary traditions: Theravadan, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. (more…)
The Parinirvana of H.H. Penor Rinpoche
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009On the Passing of the Great Master, Penor Rinpoche
by Tsoknyi Rinpoche III
Penor Rinpoche had been very ill for the last five to six months, and he passed away at 8:20 p.m., Friday, March 27, 2009. While he was ill, he was able to give his students advice on how to practice after his passing, and because of this, I feel it will not be very difficult for his work to continue.
(An auspicious and magnificent rainbow appeared preceding H.H. Penor Rinpoche’s death in March. To see this amazing event on video, please click here: Rainbow at Palyul Monastery.) (more…)
