May bodhicitta, precious and sublime, arise where it has not yet come to be. Where it has arisen may it never fail, but grow and flourish more and more.
Unbroken lineages of wisdom traditions are rare in these times, and Kongtrul Rinpoche descends from a pure lineage of the Dzogpa Chenpo Longchen Nyingtik tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.
We have two main study and practice centers in America: Phuntsok Choling in Colorado and Pema Osel in Vermont. Rinpoche teaches the core MSB programs at these two centers. In addition, MSB has several city centers or groups around the world where people gather for group meditation and study, and to listen to the LINK teachings together.
Browse to any of the calendars to find out more about the teaching schedules of Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche, Dungse Jampal Norbu, or Elizabeth Mattis Namgyel. View the upcoming events at Phuntsok Choling, Pema Osel, or find out who is giving the next LINK talk.
MSB is a part of the Longchen Nyingtik and Khyen-Kong-Chok-Sum lineages. (Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo, Jamgon Kongtrul Lodro Thaye, and Terton Chokgyur Lingpa, collectively known as Khyen-Kong-Chok-Sum, were the heart of the Rimé, or nonsectarian, movement, which did so much to preserve and harmonize all schools of Tibetan Buddhism in the nineteenth century.)
Mangala Shri Bhuti Store
Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche explains the truth of suffering and the cause of suffering. With study materials. 1 hour.
$12.00
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The Buddha’s timeless wisdom on the Truth of Suffering and the Cause of Suffering is more relevant than ever as we navigate this increasingly uncertain and polarized time.
In this teaching, Rinpoche explains how if suffering were intrinsic, we would be unable to escape from the suffering. In fact, however, suffering arises with causes and conditions, and the true root cause lies within our mind, not outside.
With humor, authenticity and unwavering compassion Rinpoche interprets the Buddha’s profound wisdom teachings and provides practical advice for liberating ourselves from suffering. New students and experienced practitioners alike, will receive immense benefit from listening to these teachings. Listening to these over and over can help loosen habitual tendencies, soften our mind and heart, and slowly but surely liberate us from suffering.
The download contains an audio file, table of contents, transcript, and contemplative questions. Running Time: approximately 1 hour. Proceeds from the sale of this recording support the operation of Mangala Shri Bhuti and the activity of Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche.