We are excited to announce another course in the series of Chenrezi courses, that Jigme Rinpoche started in January 2020! This course is not only meant for those who had written an application letter to Rinpoche before the first Chenrezi course, but it is also accessible for those who are familiar with this practise and...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a new, 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...
A Nyungne 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 Nyungne 2 1/2 days of practice are needed, for which one takes vows, which include being silent, fasting, generating the attitude of a Bodhisattva and...
It's spring time! What a great time to care for the garden and everything around. So we are happily looking forward to all who would like to help taking care of the garden and the house! We would like to combine our activity in the center with practice and follow the recommendation of Lama Jigme...
Acharya Tenzing Wangpo continues the study series about one of the most important Buddhist texts, 'The Jewel Ornament of Liberation', composed by the highly realized Buddhist master Gampopa. During the last course Tenzing Wangpo taught about the training in Bodhicitta of application, the training in the paramitas. This time will be about the third paramita...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a new, 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...
May - isn't that a great month for taking care of the garden? At the same time we would like to prepare everything around for the upcoming main course with Jigme Rinpoche. So we are happily looking forward to all who would like to help taking care of the garden and the house! We would...
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...
Our beloved teacher and founder of the Bodhi Path Organization, Künzig Shamar Rinpoche, entered parinirvana here at his European seat on June 11 in 2014. Since then, every year a 3-days ceremony is provided in honor of Shamar Rinpoche (the 14. Shamarpa). We are very happy that Gendün Rinchen, Lama Yeshe Sangmo and other ordained...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a new, 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...
The care of the garden and the terraces are now already under the sign of preparation for the visit of Thaye Dorje, His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa. On this and the following garden day there is a special focus on making everything in this spirit. So we are happily looking forward to all who...
In addition to the practice of meditation, study and contemplation are essential for developing on the Buddhist path. The Bodhi Path Instructors offer a new, 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...
The care of the garden and the terraces are now already under the sign of preparation for the visit of Thaye Dorje, His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa. With this day we enter the 'high' phase of the preparation and put a special focus on making everything in this spirit. So we are happily looking...
IMPORTANT: The tickets at Eventim are sold out! This means all available seats are fully booked, we are very sorry. It is still possible however to experience Gyalwa Karmapa in the center in Montchardon (where the places are however also limited) or also in Dhagpo Kagyu Ling, from 11-15 August, see www.dhagpo.org. Love and Compassion...
We are taking a summer break and therefore the center will be closed from Friday, July 28 up to and including Sunday, August 20! The regular practice program will start again on Monday, August 21. The Stupa Terrace, however, is still accessible at any time. We wish everyone a relaxing and wonderful summer!
After our summerbreak is the garden longing for caring hands again and we are happily looking forward to all who would like to help taking care of the garden and the house! We would like to combine our activity in the center with practice and follow the recommendation of Lama Jigme Rinpoche by starting the...
Apple harvest is coming up! Please, come in numbers to help with the harvest and other work in the garden and around the house - we look forward to an active day with all who want to help. As per Jigme Rinpoche's recommendation, we will begin at 10 am with Chenresig practice , which we...
‘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 2nd part) will grant us access to this text...
We are excited to announce another course in the series of Chenrezi courses, that Jigme Rinpoche started in January 2020! This time 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 given on Saturday...
Acharya Tenzing Wangpo continues the study series about one of the most important Buddhist texts, 'The Jewel Ornament of Liberation', composed by the highly realized Buddhist master Gampopa. During the last course Tenzing Wangpo taught about the training in Bodhicitta of application, the training in the paramitas. This time will be about the fourth paramita...
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...
Despite summer temperatures, autumn has already announced itself and there are so many things in the garden that would like to be maintained. We are looking forward to all who want to help in the garden (or even in the house)! According to the recommendation of Jigme Rinpoche we start with the Chenrezig practice ,...
We are very sorry to inform you that the announced course with the 4th Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche had to be cancelled. Please read the message of his secretary's office: "Dear Friends, We would like to share the following information regarding His Eminence's 4th Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche's European Tour, scheduled for this year from 23 August...
Meditation according to the Buddha's teachings is a necessary support on the path to liberation. The various forms, starting with the meditation of calm abiding (Shamatha or Shiné), serve to train the mind. The point is to become freer from the constant, inner distractions, to attain a calmer, more peaceful mind. This is the foundation...
Even in November there is still a lot to 'fix' in the garden and at the same time there are various activities in the house. All friends who want to help in the garden or in the house are most welcome to join! Following the recommendation of Jigme Rinpoche we start with the Chenrezig practice,...
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 study series about one of the most important Buddhist texts, 'The Jewel Ornament of Liberation', composed by the highly realized Buddhist master Gampopa. During the last course Tenzing Wangpo taught about the training in Bodhicitta of application, the training in the paramitas. This time will be about the fifth paramita...
In December, the garden is dormant, but still leaves can be raked or the like and at the same time various activities are scheduled in the house. Everyone is welcome to help in the garden or even in the house! According to the recommendation of Jigme Rinpoche we start with the Chenrezig practice , which...
With this course Dongsang Shabdrung Rinpoche continues his cycle of teachings about the important buddhist text: ‚Introduction to the Middle Way' of the great Indian master Chandrakirti. Although this is a very profound text about the proper understanding of the buddhist term 'emptiness', which is not easy to comprehend without instructions, Shabdrung Rinpoche explains it...
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 22 December to 07 January 2024 inclusive. During this time the center will be closed and there will be no online meditations. The stupa place though is always accessible. From Monday, January 8, the center will be open again and the regular practice evenings will take place as...
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...
It is with great pleasure that we would like to introduce you to our first practice day of this year. We combine here the practice recommendations of our teachers: Thaye Dorje, His Holiness, the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Künzig Shamar Rinpoche and Lama Jigme Rinpoche. Friday, January 12th 09.00h taking refuge and recitation of the 100...
Acharya Tenzing Wangpo continues the study series about one of the most important Buddhist texts, 'The Jewel Ornament of Liberation', composed by the highly realized Buddhist master Gampopa. The studies have arrived at the training in Bodhicitta of application, the training in the paramitas. This time it will be about the sixth paramita of 'wisdom',...
The garden may be dormant in January, but certain outdoor areas are always happy to receive a helping hand - and of course the same goes for the indoor area. 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...
‘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 3rd part) will grant us access to this text...
On Sunday, January 28, a video series begins with consecutive segments from the last course that Shamar Rinpoche gave here in June 2014, shortly before his entry to parinirvana. It is already 10 years since we were suddenly confronted with Rinpoche's departure and these video sequences now bring him vividly to mind. The course is...
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...