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The term “Sakya,” which means “pale earth,” refers to the land of southern Tibet, where the first monastery of this tradition was built in 1073 CE;

The Five Founders of the Sakya School: Divine Wisdom Transcending Generations

Architects of the Sakya Tradition As one of the four Tibetan Buddhist traditions (along with Nyingma, Kagyu, and Gelug), the Sakya school possesses...
Meet the Radiant Guru Rinpoche Statue: Handcrafted in Copper and Gilded in Gold

Meet the Radiant Guru Rinpoche Statue: Handcrafted in Copper and Gilded in Gold

The Radiant Presence of the Lotus-Born Master Guru Padmasambhava, or Guru Rinpoche, is one of the most venerated, revered, and well-known practitio...
Our highlighted master for this week has lived as brilliantly as he was: Chatral Sangye Dorje Rinpoche, known as the "Silent Lion of Dzogchen",

Chatral Rinpoche: The Embodiment of Silent Realization

Honoring the Silent Lion of Dzogchen Our highlighted master for this week has lived as brilliantly as he was: Chatral Sangye Dorje Rinpoche, known ...
A Life of Compassion: Celebrating the 14th Dalai Lama on His Birthday

A Life of Compassion: Celebrating the 14th Dalai Lama on His Birthday

The Living Symbol Of Compassion and Wisdom Turns 90  Every year on July 6th, Tibetans and millions of people around the world come together to reco...
At the center of Vajrayana Buddhism is one of its greatest forms of transformation—Guru Rinpoche, the Lotus Born.

Lotus-Born Guru Rinpoche: A Radiant Tribute to the Second Buddha

The Living Presence of Padmasambhava in Form At the center of Vajrayana Buddhism is one of its greatest forms of transformation—Guru Rinpoche, the ...
, it is important to recognize that its roots lie deep in the spiritual heart of ancient India

From Nalanda to Tibet: The Great Indian Saints Who Shaped Vajrayana Buddhism

The Great Saints Who Carried Vajrayana from India to Tibet Vajrayana Buddhism, or Tantric and Esoteric Buddhism, is now primarily associated with t...
Achi Chokyi Drolma is the fully enlightened female protector of the Drikung Kagyu tradition;

Life Story of Achi Chokyi Drolma: The Radiant Protector and Grandmother of the Drikung Kagyu Lineage

The Miraculous Life and Legacy of Achi Chokyi Drolma in Tibetan Buddhism Achi Chokyi Drolma is the fully enlightened female protector of the Drikun...
few female figures do as much shining as Niguma, a powerful yogini, dakini, and spiritual master whose teachings established an entire lineage.

Who Is Niguma? The Enlightened Yogini Behind the Shangpa Kagyu Lineage

Introduction to Niguma and Her Contributions to Vajrayana In the vast and complex world of Vajrayana Buddhism, few female figures do as much shinin...
Naropa and Tilopa represent two giants in the history of Vajrayana Buddhism. They are historical masters of the Mahamudra school

Tilopa and Naropa: Divergent Paths to Enlightenment

Foundations of Tantric Realization: The Tilopa-Naropa Legacy Tilopa and Naropa represent two giants in the history of Vajrayana Buddhism. They ar...
Guru Padmasambhava instructed nine exceptional disciples to the extent of bestowing upon them the title "Nine Heart Children."

The Nine Heart Children of Guru Rinpoche: Torchbearers of Vajrayana Wisdom

The Nine Heart Children: Transmission Masters of Padmasambhava’s Teachings Guru Padmasambhava, who is better known by his title Guru Rinpoche, main...