February 2024 – Centre Culturel Tibétain

February 14, 2024

Meditation: basic techniques

Embracing regular group practice For beginners, participating in group meditation can be especially beneficial compared to practicing alone. Being part of a group provides a supportive environment to practice meditation. This course is led by facilitators who will guide participants in posture and other basic techniques. This course allows beginners to practice together. It covers basic meditation techniques and includes brief group meditation sessions. This course will not be online. Dates: 5 sessions on Sundays from 6 pm to 7 pm on […]

February 13, 2024

Nubchen Sangye Yeshe and the early tradition of dzogchen – 2 Lectures by Dr. Dylan Esler – 6 and 13 March, at the CCT

Picture: Nubchen Sangye Yeshe, mural in Mindrolling Monastery (Dehradun, India) © Photo: D.Esler We are pleased to announce a series of 2 lectures given by Dr. Dylan Esler on Nubchen Sangye Yeshe and the early tradition of dzogchen. Nubchen Sangye Yeshe (ca. 844–10th century) is a unique and fascinating figure in early Tibetan history. Placed in the direct lineage of Padmasambhava, the great tantric master who helped establish Buddhism on Tibetan soil in the eighth century, Nubchen Sangye Yeshe lived […]

February 11, 2024

KUM NYE – Tibetan Yoga (Winter)

We are pleased to inform you that the Tibetan Cultural Centre will be hosting a KUM NYE – Tibetan Yoga course. KUM NYE was introduced to the Western world in the early 1970s by Lama Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche. It is based on 3 roots: 1) Traditional Tibetan Medicine2) Tibetan Yoga system of Nying-thig tsa-lung (Yoga of subtle energies)3) Buddhist scriptures of the Vinaya (guidance on leading a harmonious life internally and externally) By engaging in Kum Nye’s sitting postures, movement exercises, […]

February 10, 2024

Losar 2024 – Year of the Wood Dragon

The Centre Culturel Tibétain wishes you a happy Losar, the Tibetan New Year! Lama Jigmé sends the following message, inviting us to reflect on the importance of inner peace and happiness and to strive for a more compassionate and loving world. Hello! Happy Losar! As you may know, this week marks Losar, the Tibetan New Year, so I extend my heartfelt wishes for a joyous and prosperous Losar to all of you and your families. The Tibetan calendar follows a […]

February 7, 2024

Lecture with Tenzin Pamo – The 3 turnings of the wheel, the 3 baskets and an explanation of Kangyur and Tangyur

This lecture will be in English and can be followed online. We are happy to in invite you to a special evening on Wednesday, February 14th, as we have the honour of welcoming Tenzin Pamo for a lecture at the Phuntsok Chö Ling temple in Rotterdam. Date: Wednesday 14 FebruaryTime: 19.30 – 21.00Place: Oostkousdijk 17b, Rotterdam, and onlineThe lecture is free, but you are welcome to give a donation to Phuntsok Chö Ling. Please register here so you can receive […]