Teachings with Lama Jigme The truth is that everyone has a life and everyone will die one day, here no distinction is made between religious, cultural or social background. According to the wisdom of Buddha, we can actually use our lives to prepare for death. In the Buddhist approach, life and death are seen as a whole, with death being the beginning of a new chapter in life. Death is a mirror in which the full meaning of life is […]
We are pleased to announce that the Centre Culturel Tibétain will be hosting Igor Berkhin, a long-term meditation practitioner, Buddhist translator and teacher authorized by the prominent Dzogchen master Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, for a public talk and a workshop on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November. Public Talk – What is so special about the Dzogchen teaching?Workshop – Presence and awareness Biography:Igor Berkhin was born in the former Soviet Union and he began his spiritual path in the 1980s, behind the […]
Phowa Study Week October 25 – November 1 Join Phuntsok Chö Ling for a profound Phowa Study Week with Lama Jigmé Namgyal, where you’ll embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Death is Certain, But Fear is Optional Regardless of our beliefs or backgrounds, we will all face death one day. The uncertainty of when and how it will happen can evoke fear and anxiety. But what if you could confront death with confidence and clarity? That’s where […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Centre Culturel Tibétain is happy to invite you to an enlightening public lecture on the topic of ‘Emotions’ by renowned Tibetan Buddhist Lama Jigmé Namgyal. In this captivating event, Lama Jigmé Namgyal will delve into the depths of human emotions, shedding light on why we experience them and how we can manage them effectively. The lecture will be translated into English by Dr. Dylan Esler. Event Details: During this lecture, Lama Jigmé Namgyal will explore the nature of emotions, both […]
Happy Losar! May the year 2023, the year of the Water Hare/Rabbit, be full of peace and happiness for all. Please join us for a Losar celebration at our Centre! Date: Sunday, 26 February, 2023Time: 16:00 – 18:00Place: Centre Culturel TibétainAddress: 1, rue Charlotte Engels, L-1482 Luxembourg We will be celebrating with food and drink as a potluck festivity: please bring your favorite food and/or beverages to share! Friends, […]
Deep teachings on Dudjom Lingpa’s Chöd Lama Jigmé will be teaching on the practice of Chöd. Chöd is a Tibetan word that literally translates into ‘cutting through’. It is practiced as a skillful means to cut through obstacles like our own disruptive emotions, also referred to as inner enemies. Lama Jigmé teaches from a very short and unbroken, authentic lineage. These teachings encompass the essence of the Mahayana and Sutrayana teachings and can give the practitioner direct insight and experience […]
The Centre Culturel Tibétain is happy to announce that Lama Jigme Namgyal will give a public lecture on the subject “The Moment of Death: Cause of Fear or Opportunity?”. The lecture will be translated into English by Dr. Dylan Esler. Please register here. The Moment of Death: Cause of Fear or Opportunity? Whether we like it or not, death concerns each and everyone of us. It is not an if but rather a when and a how. According to the Buddha’s teachings, when we die our […]