Rinpoches reading will be interspersed throughout the retreat as a way to blend the rich longchen nyingtik lineages hearing wisdom into our ngondro practice. Words of my perfect teacher the chronicles of chogyam. This guide provides readers with essential background information for studying and practicing with patrul rinpoches words of my perfect teacherthe text that. When used as je rinpoche, it refers to je tsongkhapa, the founder of the gelug. The snowy cave where patrul rinpoche wrote the words of my perfect teacher is situated at the treeline, just below the massive glacier in this. The great nineteenthcentury master patrul rinpoche, author of the words of my perfect teacher and revered by all tibetan buddhists, was known for his wandering ascetic lifestyle, eschewing fame, generous offerings, and all but the most meager possessions. See all books authored by patrul rinpoche, including words of my perfect teacher sacred literature series, and deity, mantra, and wisdom. The words of my perfect teacher is the classic commentary on the preliminary practices of the longchen nyingtigone of the best. Patrul rinpoche started the course of words of my perfect teacher on may of 1617, 2015. A guide to the words of my perfect teacher download. Its just the name of a particular tradition of tibetan buddhism that traces its history to the great teacher padmasambhava, or guru rinpoche.
Patrul rinpoche author of the words of my perfect teacher. The buddhas teach in accordance with the capacities, sense faculties, and thoughts of each individual being. Kunsang lame zhal lung words of the perfect teacher by h. Rinpoche is an honorific used for important teachers in the tibetan tradition. A guide to the words of my perfect teacher shambhala publications.
The words of my perfect teacher is the classic commentary on the pr. Patrul rinpoches the words of my perfect teacher on food. Jamgon kongtruls torch of certainty, patrul rinpoches words of my perfect teacher, and other masterpieces of the tibetan literary tradition are essential reading for anyone who practices ngondro. Rinpoche envisioned his new book as a support to these wonderful teachings. It is the classic commentary on the preliminary practices of longchen nyingthig, a cycle of teachings of the nyingmapa school. In tibet and bhutan, when used as guru rinpoche it refers to padmasambhava, who first brought tibetan buddhism to the himalayas. How to put these essential teachings into practice is the subject of the lively.
Development stage meditation in tibetan buddhist tantra, and more on. Dec 24, 2017 the words of my perfect teacher was written in the nineteenth century by patrul rinpoche, in his retreat cave high in the mountains of tibet. In 2018 rinpoche will be offering public talks, workshops, and residential retreats for both buddhists and nonbuddhists in many locations throughout the world. Most uniquely, rinpoches teachings weave together his own personal experiences with modern scientific research, relating both to the practice of meditation. You place your trust in your spiritual teacher for all your future lives. Sogyal rinpoche was the founder and exspiritual director of rigpaan international network of over 100 buddhist centres and groups in 23 countries around the worldand the author of the bestselling book the tibetan book of living and dying, which has been printed in 30 languages and 56 countries. How to put these essential teachings into practice is the subject of the lively commentary by the two. Rinpoche is disarmingly charming, irreverant, lighthearted, happy, and seemingly unattached. Jun 22, 2016 rinpoche is an honorific used for important teachers in the tibetan tradition. Anyone with a true interest in the teachings of buddha, and especially the practice of dzogchen, will treasure patrul rinpoches words of my perfect teacher as. Think of me, vajrasattva, you who remain unmoved within the manifest display that is mahamudra, pure blissemptiness. Lately, weve been reading a few pages a day of patrul rinpoches classic introduction to tibetan buddhism, words of my perfect teacher. Patrul rinpoches words of my perfect teacher starting on page 7 of the english translation lays out the qualifications of a teacher at both the foundational hinayana and mahayana and vajrayana levels. Rinpoche simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
The oral instruction of kunzang lama on the 15 copies the nature of mind. A favorite of tibetans and recommended by the dalai lama and other senior buddhist teachers, this. While he has genuine respect and appreciation for all spiritual systems, he has chosen to dedicate his life to promoting his personal path of the. Patrul rinpoche died on the eighteenth day of the fourth lunar month in the fire pig year of the fifteenth calendrical cycle 1887. The words of my perfect teacher is the classic commentary on the preliminary practices of the longchen nyingtigone of the bestknown cycles of teachings and a spiritual. Their previous lifetimes positive aspirations and pure karmic propensity have led them to feel heartfelt trust in the teaching of the profound, secret great perfection, and in the lama who. Great venerable patrul rinpoche was an eminent 19century tibetan monk, tulku, scholar and author, well known for being an ardent exponent of rime movement that promotes respect for all buddhist schools and traditions and preservation of important teachings from them.
Impeccable observation of each level of vows is the most basic requirement stated. The life stories of padmasambhava and their significance for. Oct 07, 2015 patrul rinpoche started the course of words of my perfect teacher on may of 1617, 2015. The four noble truths rinpoche speaks on the first teachings of the buddha. He was highly respected by thousands of students in tibet and throughout the world. Dza patrul rinpoche in words of my perfect teacher. Mingyur rinpoche is tsoknyi rinpoches brother and a renowned teacher in his own right. Jun 04, 2014 jamgon kongtruls torch of certainty, patrul rinpoche s words of my perfect teacher, and other masterpieces of the tibetan literary tradition are essential reading for anyone who practices ngondro. The words of my perfect teacher kunzang lamai shelung sacred literature by rinpoche, patrul. During this weekend course rinpoche was continuing to teach the first chapter from outer preliminary. December 28, 2017 january 3, 2018, at pema osel in vershire, vermont usa. He and, rarely, she is trained from childhood in buddhist study, practice, and ritual, and takes over the.
This guide provides readers with essential background information for studying and practicing with patrul rinpoche s words of my perfect teacher the text that has, for more than a century, served as the reliable sourcebook to the spiritual practices common to all the major schools of tibetan buddhism. I started reading the pdf online and was sufficiently engrossed by the book that it. Palpung institute, palpung sherabling monastic seat, hp, india. A former dorje shugden followers thoughts tibetan buddhism. We update mingyur rinpoches schedule regularly as new information becomes available. Sangye nyenpa rinpoche during the 100 million guru. Patrul rinpoches the words of my perfect teacher on red. This guide provides readers with essential background information for studying and practicing with patrul rinpoche s words of my perfect teacher the text that has, for more than a century, served as. Click download or read online button to get the words of my perfect teacher book now. The words of my perfect teacher download ebook pdf, epub. Vajrasattva, sole deity, master, you sit on a fullmoon lotuscushion of white light in the hundredpetalled full bloom of youth. Following the words of my perfect teacher and remarkably attaining the twofold goal open to all, this seminar is a unique opportunity to study the foundations of the buddhist view and practice through the words of my perfect teacher, the ideal introduction to all aspects of the practiceperfectly suited for beginners as well as seasoned practitioner. One of the best moments for me was when the rinpoche was asked if he considered himself enlightened.
He and, rarely, she is trained from childhood in buddhist study, practice, and. Jul 12, 2010 the words of my perfect teacher is the classic commentary on the preliminary practices of the longchen nyingtigone of the bestknown cycles of teachings and a spiritual treasure of the nyingmapa schoolthe oldest tibetan buddhist tradition. It is he who will teach you what to do and what not to do. So if you are following the buddhist path, or are curious to learn what. Dilgo khyentse rinpoche, author of heart treasure of the enlightened ones and the.
All attendees are encouraged to bring a copy of the words of my perfect teacher. The words of my perfect teacher is the classic commentary on the preliminary practices of the longchen nyingtigone of the bestknown cycles of teachings and a spiritual treasure of the nyingmapa schoolthe oldest tibetan buddhist tradition. Yabje dilgo khyentse rinpoche, whose remarkable life came to an end in september 1991, was one of the foremost poets, scholars, philosophers and meditation masters of the mahayana, mahamudra and great perfection traditions of vajrayana buddhism. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. A favorite of tibetans and recommended by the dalai lama and other senior buddhist teachers, this practical guide to inner transformation introduces the fundamental spiritual practices common to all tibetan buddhist traditions. Like all patrul rinpoches writings, it is a wonderful mixture of the profound and the downto.
Khentrul rinpoche is a nonsectarian master of tibetan buddhism who has engaged with a wide variety of spiritual practices, studying with more than 25 masters from all the major tibetan traditions. Patrul rinpoche books list of books by author patrul rinpoche. Anyone with a true interest in the teachings of buddha, and especially the practice of dzogchen, will treasure patrul rinpoche s words of my perfect teacher as a simply indispensable source of teachings on all practices, whether preliminaries or main. The words of my perfect teacher, revised edition patrul. The words of my perfect teacher, revised edition patrul rinpoche, padmakara translation group, dilgo khyentse, his holiness the dalai lama a favorite of tibetansand of the dalai lama himself the words of my perfect teacher is a practical guide to the spiritual practices common to all tibetan buddhist traditions. Animal release teaching on the merit from releasing live animals. How wonderful now to have this guide, a priceless treasure of explanation, clarification, and practical advice. A favorite of tibetansand of the dalai lama himself the words of my perfect teacher is a practical guide to the spiritual practices common. A young man recently wrote this letter to lama zopa rinpoche asking for advice. Patrul rinpoche books list of books by author patrul. On dzongsar khyentse rinpoches statement from a reader of. Patrul rinpoche, the beloved nineteenthcentury master best known for words of my perfect teacher, collected the teachings of the tenthcentury adept aro yeshe jungne and synthesized them into the short text translated here as clear elucidation of true nature. Aug 12, 2008 dza patrul rinpoche in words of my perfect teacher.
Dzongsar khyentse rinpoche is a delight to watch, and his words seem very authentic. Patrul rinpoches writings is called the words of my perfect teacher kunzang lamai shalung which he claimed was simply what he had heard from jigme gyalwai nyugu about the fundamental teachings of the nyingma tradition of tibetan buddhism. He advises regarding the pitfalls, benefits, and expectations of seeking help from another and repeatedly returns the viewer back to his or her own discimination. Dear rinpoche, my kind and benevolent guide, let me thank you once more for all the wise advice you have. His observations about the human condition and his steadfast encouragement to spiritual practice in the longchen nyingtik tradition are so direct that even today when reading the text, it feels as if he. The words of my perfect teacherkunzang lamai shelung sacred literature by rinpoche, patrul. To help the buddhist practitioner, the tibetan words are given as they are pronounced, not spelled. Fa the words of my perfect teacher af patrul rinpoche som. This book is dedicated to my beloved father, the late dhamchoe yongdu, and my kind mother, lekshey drolma, for giving birth to endless precious opportunities to develop wisdom and compassion. Tulku thondup rinpoche, author of peaceful death, joyful rebirth the great secret of mind is the condensed meaning of buddhadharma and particularly the nyingma teachings. When a teacher is called rinpoche it usually means they are a tulku, who has been recognized as the reincarnation of a prominent master. Sogyal rinpoche had been accused of sexual and physical assault and. Anyone with a true interest in the teachings of buddha, and especially the practice of dzogchen, will treasure patrul rinpoches words of my perfect teacher as a simply indispensable source of teachings on all practices, whether preliminaries or main.
A favorite of tibetansand of the dalai lama himself the words of my perfect teacher is a practical guide to the spiritual practices common to all tibetan buddhist traditions. The life stories of padmasambhava and their significance. Patrul rinpoche s writings were not collected by the master himself or by his attendants, and thus many of them were never carved into printing blocks. Mingyur rinpoche possesses a rare ability to present the ancient wisdom of tibet in a fresh, engaging manner. We would also like to thank ponlop rinpoche for his advice on the manuscript. Pdf the words of my perfect teacher download full pdf.
Course on the words of my perfect teacher, chapter 1 by. It opens up or allows people to be spiritually connected to the divine. The text being taught is called the words of my perfect teacher, in tibetan, kunzang lamai zhalung, and it describes the dzogchen preliminary practices. Listen up, old badkarma patrul, you dwellerindistraction. The words of my perfect teacher is the classic commentary on the preliminary practices of. How wonderful now to have this guide, a priceless treasure of explanation, clarification, and. Not to examine the disciple is like leaping from a precipice. This radically unconventional approach which chogyam trungpa rinpoche referred to as crazy wisdom3 presents a strong challenge to our assumptions and dogmas regarding the religious life, and to our perceptions of how a saint should be or behave. Note technical words are italicized the first time that they are used to alert the reader that their definitions may be found in the glossary. Jul 12, 2010 a favorite of tibetans and recommended by the dalai lama and other senior buddhist teachers, this practical guide to inner transformation introduces the fundamental spiritual practices common to all tibetan buddhist traditions. Patrul rinpoche makes the technicalities of his subject accessible through a wealth of stories. A complete translation of a classic introduction to tibetan buddhism, patrul rinpoche, rowman altamira, 1998, 0761990275, 9780761990277, 457 pages. A guide to the words of my perfect teacher internet archive. By offering chapterbychapter commentary on this renowned work, khenpo pelzang provides a.
Announcement coming transmissions organized by palpung. The reason we practice meditation rinpoche explains the benefits of meditation practice. Lessons from patrul rinpoches words of my perfect teacher. The words of my perfect teacher is the classic commentary on the. Rinpoche is a title in tibetan buddhism which may be given to a religious teacher known as a lama. Not to examine the teacher is like drinking poison. Dudjom rinpoche essential advice for solitary meditation. My words will place direct instructions for the practice of the innermost secret great perfection in the palm of the hands of fortunate individuals. I am pleased by his work and pray to the triple gem and bodhisattvas that it may benefit all students of buddhism. Patrul rinpoche 18081887 author of the words of my perfect teacher. The words of my perfect teacher summarizes in a very detailed way of the things that tibetanbuddhist people believe in. Patrul rinpoches the words of my perfect teacher on red offerings nowadays householders, announcing that they are going to protect themselves and their flocks from disease for the year, call in some lamas and their disciples none of whom have received the.
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