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...
The new year has begun and with it the indoor and outdoor activities start again. Depending on the weather, something might be to do in the garden and at the same time there is further optimization in various storage rooms in addition to 'normal' activities in the house ... :-) We are happy for any...
‘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 5th part) will grant us access to this text...
In the meantime, life is stirring in the garden and it is happy to have lots of helping hands... And we are happy about any support! Welcome to 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,...
Tseyang Tulku Rinpoche is coming to visit us again! This time he will explain the practice of Buddha Amitabha and its profound meaning. Buddha Amitabha is the lord of the pure land of Dewachen, which he himself created in order to enable beings to access development on the path to enlightenment more easily and, above...
This day is not only about taking care of the garden, but also about preparing for the visit of Lama Jigme Rinpoche, who will give a course from March 21-23! Let's work together to maintain and beautify the center. All are welcome! We will start as usual with Chenrezig practice at 10am, which we will...
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...
We are excited that Je Karma Trinleypa will come here again after more than 10 years, to provide his teachings. Buddhist Ethic and meditation will be the theme of his course and will hence provide basic as well as profound information about connecting and incorporating buddhist ethical values and meditation in one’s life. Je Karma...
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...
At this time of year, it is a special pleasure to work in the garden - when everything is blooming and unfolding. Let's work together to care for and beautify the center. Everyone is welcome! On this day we will arrange a flea market in the courtyard, that is publicly announced for 3pm-5pm. So we...
On Saturday afternoon, April 12, there will be a flea market in our yard from 3:00 - 5:00 pm! The proceeds will go to the charity organization 'Infinite Compassion Germany', founded by Shamar Rinpoche, which supports school projects in the Himalayan region. With coffee and cake and the guitar duo Philipp and Stefan, it is...
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...
Acharya Tenzing Wangpo continues and ends 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 as well as the paths and bhumis, this...
Please join us for a joint effort to maintain and beautify the center - inside the house and outside in the garden! Welcome! As always, we will start with the Chenresig practice at 10 am, which we will do until the mantra phase and finish in the afternoon, around 4 pm. At lunchtime we will...
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...
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', describing the true nature of phenomena. This text is not easy to comprehend without instructions and Shabdrung Rinpoche...
This day is not only about taking care of the garden, but also about preparing for the visit of Lama Jigme Rinpoche, who will give his annual Pentecost course, June 06-09! Let's work together to maintain and beautify the center. All are welcome! We will start as usual with Chenresig practice at 10am, which we...
It is with great pleasure that we announce the traditional Pentecost course with Lama Jigme Rinpoche! Rinpoche, who has been familiar with the modern, western way of life for decades, gives extraordinary teachings that connect us with the profound Buddha Dharma. His warm and kind-hearted way of showing us the path of love and compassion...
Künzig Shamar Rinpoche, Lineage Holder of the Karma Kagyu School and Founder of the Bodhi Path Organization, entered here, at his European Seat, on June11, 2014, his Parinirvana. In honor of Shamar Rinpoche (the 14th Shamarpa), three days of prayer ceremonies (Drubcho) have been held every year since then and we are happy that Lama...
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...
Let's work together to maintain and beautify the center. Everyone is welcome and the garden, which is already beautiful, is still very happy! :-) We start as usual with the Chenresig practice at 10 am, which we do until the mantra phase and finish in the afternoon, around 4 pm. At lunchtime we will enjoy...
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's beautiful here in the garden! To keep it that way, let's take care of the garden and the center together. Everyone is welcome and the house and garden are very happy! :-) As always, we will start with the Chenresig practice at 10 am, which we will do until the mantra phase and finish...
It is with great pleasure that we announce the return visit of the 4th Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche, one of the lineage holders of the Karma Kagyu lineage. Rinpoche will be here on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 5 and 6, to give teachings on the Four Noble Truths, the first teaching given by Buddha Shakyamuni after...
We are taking a summer break and so the center will be closed from Friday, August 8 to Friday, August 29 inclusive! The center opens again with the next house and garden day on Saturday, August 30th and the regular practice program will start again on Monday, September 1st. The Stupa Square is of course...
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...
This house and garden day marks the end of our summer break and we are very much looking forward to our joint activities. Everyone is welcome and the house and garden are very happy! :-) As always, we start with the Chenresig practice at 10 am, which we do until the mantra phase and finish...
It is with great pleasure that we announce the return visit of Nendo (or Nedo) Kuchung Rinpoche from Rumtek! Rinpoche will explain the meaning of the three jewels (Buddha, Dharma and Sangha) and thus the deep meaning of Buddhist refuge. It is taken once at the beginning of the path as an active decision to...
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...
DUE TO THE SAD PASSING OF MANIWA SHERAB GYALTSEN RINPOCHE WE ARE SORRY TO INFORM YOU ABOUT THE CANCELLATION OF THIS COURSE! Sabchu Rinpoche will provide a condensed presentation of the Lojong maxims and explanations and this will take place in a retreat format as shown below in the example for Saturday. According to Shamar...
The garden in the fall - the last apples - shrubs, flowers, terraces - everything is happy about our attention and care. Let's be active together, inside and outside, and make the center look beautiful. Everyone is welcome. As always, we will start with the Chenresig practice at 10 am, which we will do until...
Lama Jampa Thaye will continue his teachings on ‘The Shastra Distinguishing Consciousness and Primordial Wisdom’, which 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...
Autumn – the leaves are changing color and the garden is preparing for the colder season. Let's work together to make the center look attractive, both inside and out. Everyone is welcome. As always, we will start at 10 a.m. with the Chenrezig practice, continuing until the mantra phase, which we will finish in the...
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...
November – the leaves are falling... the garden needs some attention once again. Let's get active together, indoors and outdoors, and make sure the center looks beautiful. Everyone is welcome. As always, we will start with the Chenresig practice at 10 a.m., which we will do until the mantra phase, and finish in the afternoon...
