In 1988, a vast and splendid piece of land was acquired in Northern California and Chagdud Rinpoche named it Rigdzin Ling, "the abode of the Awakened State Holders", which became the seat of the Chagdud Gonpa Foundation. The place was consecrated by great ceremonies, numerous offerings and aspiration prayers.
In addition to providing public teachings and retreats, Rigzin Ling is home to Padma Publishing, and Tibetan Treasures. Padma Publishing is the editorial arm of the Foundation, which publishes sadanas (liturgies), translated books and a compilation of teachings that serve as meditation manuals. Tibetan Treasures, Chagdud Gonpa's store, distributes Padma Publishing books, other Dharma books and offers articles of practice.
Lama Padma Gyatso will lead three days of Padgyal Lingpa’s terma of Red Vajrasattva and Padmakilaya, followed by three days of HH Dudjom Rinpoche’s terma of Vajrakilaya, The Razor that Destroys at a Touch.
Vajrasattva meditation practice purifies the subtle mental and emotional habits that obscure our free, compassionate and open nature. Livestream and in-person.
Rigdzin Ling sangha will be offering Guru Rinpoche tsok using the ‘Shower of Blessings’ sadhana by Mipham Rinpoche. No empowerment is required for this short an
DATE CHANGE: His Eminence Chagdud Rinpoche tirelessly taught and propagated this particular Red Tara practice revealed by Apong Terton in the 20th Century.
Meditating on the form of Chenrezig purifies the effects of self-centeredness, confusion and negativity, and creates a connection with unconditional compassion.
DATE CHANGE: His Eminence Chagdud Rinpoche tirelessly taught and propagated this particular Red Tara practice revealed by Apong Terton in the 20th Century.
Meditating on the form of Chenrezig purifies the effects of self-centeredness, confusion and negativity, and creates a connection with unconditional compassion.