We are excited to announce the next course in the series of Chenrezi courses, that Lama Jigme Rinpoche started in January 2020! This time again there will be additional times for practise and studies as you will see in the schedule below. Following the way it is organized in Dhagpo, there will be study sessions...
It is with great pleasure that we announce our second practice day this year, which will take place at the same time as the Lhossar (Tibetan New Year) ceremonies, e.g. in Dhagpo Kündröl Ling, Le Bost. Here we combine the practice recommendations of our teachers: Thaye Dorje, His Holiness, the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Künzig Shamar...
It is with great joy that we announce another visit of Khenchen Samdrup Rinpoche, who already gave a wonderful course here last year. This time Rinpoche will give us an overview of the different views of Buddhist philosophy. The knowledge of this is especially important for the correct understanding of the concept of 'emptiness from...
February and the garden woke up again and enjoys helping hands - just as some areas inside do. Anyone who would like to take part in these activities is very welcome! As recommended by Jigme Rinpoche, we start with the Chenresig practice, which we do until the mantra phase. During the day and our activities...
On Sunday, February 25, the video series from the last course that Shamar Rinpoche gave here in June 2014, shortly before his entry to parinirvana. The entire course will be streamed in consecutive sequences of which this is the second one. It is already 10 years since we were suddenly confronted with Rinpoche's departure and...
Acharya Tenzing Wangpo continues the series of studies about the heart of Buddhist practice as presented by the great master Gampopa in the 'Precious Jewel of Liberation'. It continues with the practices in the applied mind of awakening, the paramitas or liberating qualities. This time we continue our study of the 17th chapter on the...
We are looking forward to the first visit of Tulku Tseyang Rinpoche, who will introduce us to the four fundamental thoughts. These are the following reflections that turn the mind towards the Dharma: 1. contemplation of the precious human life, 2. contemplation of impermanence, especially the finite nature of our lives, 3. contemplation of the...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a longer-term online study program that provides a good initial foundation for understanding the Buddhist path. The study base for this is the ‘Jewel Ornament of Liberation’ by Gampopa, a text that...
March - and everything starts to blossom and grow - and enjoys helping hands. Same is valid for some areas inside. Everyone who would like to take part in these activities is very welcome! As recommended by Jigme Rinpoche, we start with the Chenresig practice, which we do until the mantra phase. During the day...
20 years of Bodhi Path in Germany It is with great pleasure that we invite you to our open day on Sunday afternoon, March 24th from 15.00h - approx. 18.00h! On April 4, 2004, the first Bodhi Path center in Germany was opened in Remetschwiel, from where we moved to Renchen-Ulm in the spring of...
In commemoration of Shamar Rinpoche's entry into Parinirvana here 10 years ago, Trehor Lama will talk about the Shamarpa lineage on Sunday, March 24 at 5pm. This is a very special occasion to learn more about the Shamarpas and in particular about Kunzig Shamar Rinpoche, the 14th in the lineage of the Shamarpas and one...
On Sunday, March 31st, the video series continues from the last course that Shamar Rinpoche gave here in June 2014, shortly before his entry to parinirvana. The entire course will be streamed in consecutive sequences of which this is the third one. It is already 10 years since we were suddenly confronted with Rinpoche's departure...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a longer-term online study program that provides a good initial foundation for understanding the Buddhist path. The study base for this is the ‘Jewel Ornament of Liberation’ by Gampopa, a text that...
Spring is all around and so the garden is happy about any helping hand. Same is valid for some areas inside. Everyone who would like to take part in these activities is very welcome! As recommended by Jigme Rinpoche, we start with the Chenresig practice, which we do until the mantra phase. During the day...
Finally in person again: With this course Dongsang Shabdrung Rinpoche continues his longterm cycle of teachings about the ‚Introduction to the Middle Way' of the great Indian master Chandrakirti. Although this is a very profound text about the buddhist term 'emptiness', which is not easy to comprehend without instructions, Shabdrung Rinpoche explains it in a...
On Sunday, April 28th, the video series continues from the last course that Shamar Rinpoche gave here in June 2014, shortly before his entry to parinirvana. The entire course will be streamed in consecutive sequences of which this is the third one. It is already 10 years since we were suddenly confronted with Rinpoche's departure...
This day is mainly about preparing for Jigme Rinpoche's visit and the Pentecost course, and we are very happy to receive support with the work in the house and garden. Welcome to everyone who would like to experience a happy and active house and garden day with others! As always, we start at 10 am...
It is with great joy that we announce the annual main course with Lama Jigme Rinpoche! Rinpoche's exceptional teachings connect us with the profound Buddha Dharma and because of Rinpoche's longtime experience of the modern life style in the West he knows how to facilitate the approach for us. His warm-hearted way to grant access...
On Sunday, May 26th, the video series continues from the last course that Shamar Rinpoche gave here in June 2014, shortly before his entry to parinirvana. The entire course will be streamed in consecutive sequences of which this is the third one. It is already 10 years since we were suddenly confronted with Rinpoche's departure...
This day is mainly about preparing for the big event of the 10th puja days in honor of Shamar Rinpoche's entry into Parinirvana, that are taking place June 7-11. AND - as we are having the great joy of THAYE DORJE, HIS HOLINESS the 17. GYALWA KARMAPA being present on June 11, there is quite...
It is now 10 years since Kuenzig Shamar Rinpoche, the 14th Shamarpa, entered Parinirvana here, at his European Seat, on June 11, 2014. The SHAMARPAS The Shamarpa incarnations is the second line in the tradition of successive reincarnations that originated with the first Karmapa Düsum Khyenpa in twelfth century Tibet. ... Read more In...
We are very happy to share the news about Thaye Dorje, His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, visiting his centers Bodhi Path Renchen-Ulm, Dhagpo Möhra and Dhagpo Kündröl Ling. Karmapa will be here on June 11, on the occasion of the 10th anniversary commemoration of the Parinirvana of His Holiness the 14th Shamarpa Mipham Chokyi...
On Sunday, June 30th, the video series continues from the last course that Shamar Rinpoche gave here in June 2014, shortly before his entry to parinirvana. The entire course will be streamed in consecutive sequences of which this is the third one. It is already 10 years since we were suddenly confronted with Rinpoche's departure...
Summer has arrived and after many rainy days before the garden developed in quite a tropical way... ;-). This means helping hands are needed - mainly outside this time. We are happy for any support and help and welcome everyone who would like to experience a happy and active house and garden day with others!...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a longer-term online study program that provides a good initial foundation for understanding the Buddhist path. The study base for this is the ‘Jewel Ornament of Liberation’ by Gampopa, a text that...
A Nyung Neh retreat is a Buddhist practice, which helps to purify negative imprints in the mind (Karma) and to build up merit and wisdom at the same time. For one Nyung Neh 2 1/2 days of practice are needed, for which one takes vows, that include being silent, fasting, generating the attitude of a...
We are taking a summer break and therefore the center will be closed from Friday, July 26 up to and including Friday, August 16! The next house and garden day will take place on Saturday, August 17 and the regular practice program will start again on Monday, August 19. The Stupa Area is of course...
On Sunday, July 28th, the video series continues from the last course that Shamar Rinpoche gave here in June 2014, shortly before his entry to parinirvana. The entire course will be streamed in consecutive sequences of which this is the seventh one. It is already 10 years since we were suddenly confronted with Rinpoche's departure...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a longer-term online study program that provides a good initial foundation for understanding the Buddhist path. The study base for this is the ‘Jewel Ornament of Liberation’ by Gampopa, a text that...
After the Summer break the garden is longing for care and helping hands. We are happy for any support and help and welcome everyone who would like to experience a happy and active house and garden day with others! As always, we start at 10 am with the Chenresig practice, which we do until the...
On Sunday, August 25th, the video series continues from the last course that Shamar Rinpoche gave here in June 2014, shortly before his entry to parinirvana. The entire course will be streamed in consecutive sequences of which this is the eighth and last one. It is already 10 years since we were suddenly confronted with...
We are excited to announce this course with Nendo Rinpoche. Rinpoche will show how to enter the path of a bodhisattva - how to approach the attitude of bodhicitta, this focus on the well-being of all. On Sunday morning Rinpoche will also give an initiation to Buddha Amitabha, the Buddha of boundless light. The Ven....
The apples are ripe! This day is particularly meant to harvest the apples as well as to prepare house and garden for the visits of Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche and Lama Jigme Rinpoche. We are happy for any support and help and welcome everyone who would like to experience a joyful and active house and garden...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a longer-term online study program that provides a good initial foundation for understanding the Buddhist path. The study base for this is the ‘Jewel Ornament of Liberation’ by Gampopa, a text that...
We are excited to announce this exceptional visit of the 4th Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche, one of the lineage holders of the Karma Kagyu lineage. Rinpoche will come here during his Europe tour on Wednesday, September 11 to provide two teaching sessions. One teaching is dedicated to the transmission of the Sukhavati prayer by Chagmey Rinpoche....
We are excited to announce the next course in the series of Chenrezi courses, that Lama Jigme Rinpoche started in January 2020! This time again there will be additional times for practise and studies as you will see in the schedule below. Following the way it is organized in Dhagpo, there will be study sessions...
‘The Shastra Distinguishing Consciousness and Primordial Wisdom’ is an important work of Buddhist philosophy and practice written by the renowned Buddhist master, the 3rd Karmapa Rangjung Dorje (1284-1339). It is one of the core texts of the Kagyu Tradition. Lama Jampa Thaye's excellent explanations (here the 4th part) will grant us access to this text...
Acharya Tenzing Wangpo continues the series of studies about the heart of Buddhist practice as presented by the great master Gampopa in the 'Precious Jewel of Liberation'. After we have gone through the practices in the applied mind of awakening, the paramitas or liberating qualities, this time we continue our study with the 18th chapter...
This year, the 10th year after Shamar Rinpoche's entry into Parinirvana, we streamed Rinpoche's last course here in successive sequences. Unfortunately, there were technical difficulties with the first two of these sequences. Therefore, we will repeat these sequences on Sunday, October 6th and Sunday, November 3rd. The course is about the concise Lojong teaching of...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a longer-term online study program that provides a good initial foundation for understanding the Buddhist path. The study base for this is the ‘Jewel Ornament of Liberation’ by Gampopa, a text that...
May it be a golden October day to invite us in the garden. We are happy for any support and welcome everyone who would like to experience a joyful and active house and garden day with others! As always, we start at 10 am with the Chenresig practice, which we do until the mantra phase....
We recite the four immeasurable thoughts with which we wish beings happiness and freedom from suffering before every practice. But do we really know their deep meaning? The wish for the causes of happiness and suffering, expressions of love and compassion, sharing joy and equanimity... Trinlay Rinpoche will introduce us to the deep meaning of...
This year, the 10th year after Shamar Rinpoche's entry into Parinirvana, we streamed Rinpoche's last course here in successive sequences. Unfortunately, there were technical difficulties with the first two of these sequences. Therefore, these sequences will be streamed again on Sunday, October 6th and Sunday, November 3rd. The course is about the concise Lojong teaching...
Even in November activities in house and garden are required and we are happy for any support and welcome everyone who would like to experience a joyful and active house and garden day with others! As always, we start at 10 am with the Chenresig practice, which we do until the mantra phase. During our...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a longer-term online study program that provides a good initial foundation for understanding the Buddhist path. The study base for this is the ‘Jewel Ornament of Liberation’ by Gampopa, a text that...
Acharya Tenzing Wangpo continues the series of studies about the heart of Buddhist practice as presented by the great master Gampopa in the 'Precious Jewel of Liberation'. After we have gone through the practices in the applied mind of awakening, the paramitas or liberating qualities, this time we continue our study with the 19th chapter...
On Sunday, December 1, we invite you to the afternoon café! :-) From 3 - 5 pm there will be coffee and cake at our place and at 5 pm there will be a short introduction to meditation - for those who are interested. Everything at no costs and all are welcome.
With the right weather activities in the garden are easily possible. On the other hand there is some work waiting inside as well as we want to clear some spaces and we are happy for any support and welcome everyone who would like to experience a joyful and active house and garden day with others!...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a longer-term online study program that provides a good initial foundation for understanding the Buddhist path. The study base for this is the ‘Jewel Ornament of Liberation’ by Gampopa, a text that...
We are taking a winter break: from 20 December to 06 January 2025 inclusive. During this time the center will be closed and there will be no online meditations. The stupa place though is always accessible. From Tuesday, January 7, the center will be open again and the regular practice evenings will take place as...
