The founding master of the Kathok Shichen lineage: Ongdrup Rinpoche
The “Shechen Tradition” revived the Nyingma teachings in the Kham region in 1695 AD. Rangjung Tenpe Gyaltsen was a great sage who transcended sectarian boundaries.…
Author: 噶陀仁珍千宝仁波切
The ten-stage Bodhisattva in this present world: Sakya Trizin, the Dharma King.
The title of the Ten-Stage Bodhisattva is truly authentic. Sakya Dagchen Rinpoche was the root guru of His Holiness Jigme Phuntsok Rinpoche, and Togar Rinpoche…
A renowned Tibetan physician and great master of discovering hidden treasures: Master Kangcang
Khangtsang Rinpoche had three very important gurus. His first guru was Kathok Khenchen Aga (Khangtsang Rinpoche and Chatral Rinpoche were fellow disciples). He studied under…
A supreme accomplished master of the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism: Chatral Rinpoche
Chatral Rinpoche (1913-2016) Chatral Rinpoche was the highest lineage holder of the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, a master among masters. The Karmapa and other…
070 Which is more effective: clear visualization or firm belief?
070 Which is more effective: clear visualization or unwavering faith? Disciple asks: Venerable Master, which is more effective: clear visualization or unwavering faith? Venerable Master…
Can having poor visualization abilities affect the effectiveness of spiritual practice?
069 Does having poor visualization ability affect the effectiveness of spiritual practice? Disciple asks: Venerable Master, my visualization ability is very poor. I can’t see…
If one has not received empowerment (initiation), will reciting the short mantra lead to mistakes?
If one has not received empowerment, will reciting short mantras be considered a transgression? Disciple asks: Venerable Master, if one has not received empowerment, will…
061-067 Regarding chanting spells
061 Regarding Chanting Mantras (1) How to chant mantras? Disciple asks: Venerable Master, how should I chant mantras appropriately? Is it better to chant quickly…
057-060 Regarding taking refuge (in Buddhism)
057 Regarding Taking Refuge (1) What is the difference between taking refuge and not taking refuge? Disciple asks: Venerable Master, is it necessary to take…
055-056 Regarding Faith
055 On Faith (1) How to strengthen faith? A disciple asked: Venerable Rinpoche, in many of your Dharma teachings and Q&A sessions, you often mention…