The Dzogchen Ponlop
Rinpoche has established an integrated program for his students who
are Nalandabodhi members, which
- provides a curriculum of study and practice along with appropriate text books and materials;
- makes available appropriate oral commentaries of important contemporary teachers;
- supports the translation and publication of religious texts by significant historic teachers, and
- enables communication between western and international Buddhist sanghas.
For more information
on becoming a member of Nalandabodhi, contact
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Nalandabodhi members
are committed to creating a genuine link between the great and profound
spiritual traditions of Tibetan Buddhism and our contemporary societal
and personal paths. In pursuit of this vision, members of
Nalandabodhi participate in the following Nalandabodhi facilities
and benefits:
Study and Practice Curriculum:
The Dzogchen Ponlop
Rinpoche has designed a special curriculum designed to preserve
and integrate the transformative traditions of Tibetan Buddhism
into our modern environment, making sure that their living essence
of wisdom and compassion remain intact. Classes and extensive study
materials are available at all Nalandabodhi centers. We also recognize
that many students who wish to develop their personal study and
practice do not have access to a dharma center or do not wish to
regularly attend formal teachings or other practice programs.Written
materials are now available. Plans are in the work for on-line materials
to permit students to participate in study and practice on an individual
basis and for students, wherever located, to be able to follow an
authentic, in-depth course of study and practice when the support
of a center is not available.
Nalandabodhi Practice Handbooks:
This series
of books provides a sequential compilation of teachings by Rinpoche
beginning with the Refuge Vow and progressing through the complete
path, including Mahamudra and Dzogchen teachings. The first edition
of Volumes I and II have been distributed, and a second edition
is being readied for publication.
Other Publications: Many projects are underway to transcribe, edit and publish the religious and educational
teachings of the Dzogchen Ponlop, Rinpoche and other major contemporary lineage holders of the Nyingma and Kagyu traditions such as Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso and Venerable Thrangu Rinpoche. Translations: Rinpoche works with numerous translators to provide accurate and literal translations of
classical religious texts by historic Buddhist teachers. Bodhi Magazine This magazine provides teachings from the Karmapa, Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, and others, periodic information on the activities of
Nalandabodhi, the teaching schedules, dharma teachings, sangha news and Rinpoche's other projects. Buddhist Ritual and Ceremony:
Members will find a rich supply of English-language liturgies and ceremonies for major life events such as weddings and funerals and ordination of Buddhist
chaplains, explicitly designed by The Dzogchen Ponlop, Rinpoche for modern audiences.
Bodhi Heart: the Tibetan Refugee Support Project: Nalandabodhi
sponsors Tibetan refugee monks and nuns living in India and Nepal; provides direct support for education, retreat periods and medical needs. The program also sponsors the education of disadvantaged young Tibetan
children. For more information on becoming a member of Nalandabodhi, contact
Jean Peters-Do
email:
Membership supports
the vision and purpose of Nalandabodhi.
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