True freedom of mind is something we can discover within ourselves through meditation practice. In Tibetan Buddhism, the most direct and powerful way to recognize inner freedom is to explore the nature of awareness – a journey that helps us get in touch with the source of equanimity, wisdom, and compassion that is available to us anywhere, anytime.
Path of Liberation program is a rare opportunity to receive profound teachings of nature of mind from Mingyur Rinpoche. The teachings of nature of mind come from the Mahamudra tradition, the most essential meditation teachings of the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. Mingyur Rinpoche will present the essential practices to begin this training, as well as the teachings of nature of mind and the practice of the Nectar of the path, which Rinpoche himself composed. This inspiring practice gives us a complete vision of the path in a daily practice format and includes topics such as refuge, bodhichitta, loving kindness and compassion, guru yoga, and the nature of mind.
Why should I attend?
This program represents the core of Mingyur Rinpoche’s Path of Liberation training, providing instructions on the nature of mind. These teachings and practices are profoundly transformative and put you directly in touch with your true nature.
What will I learn?
In this program, you will:
- receive the first and second pointing out instructions;
- learn how to recognize and sustain the recognition of nature of mind throughout your life;
- learn the ngondro and Nectar of the Path practices associated with these levels;
- receive the transmissions for practicing Nectar of the Path and ngondro;
- learn about Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind to Dharma, refuge, bodhichitta, loving kindness and compassion, guru yoga, and the nature of mind;
- receive the White Tara empowerment.
What is included in this program?
- Live teachings, Q&A, and practice sessions with Mingyur Rinpoche
- Teaching sessions with Tergar Lama
- Group meditation
- Refuge ceremony and White Tara empowerment
Requirements for participation:
- Option 1: To have attended all three Joy of Living levels — Calming the Mind (Level 1), Opening the Heart (Level 2), and Awakening Wisdom (Level 3) — and completed the associated practice requirements
- Option 2: To have completed the full preliminary practices (the 4 x 100,000 ngondro)
- Option 3: To have had a daily meditation practice for at least five years and attended either group or solitary practice retreats for a total of at least thirty days, with 6+ hours of formal meditation practice per day, under the guidance of a Buddhist teacher
The requirements for participation were set in consultation with Mingyur Rinpoche. In turn, we ask that you honor them. Thank you!
When?
The retreat will begin July 28 and end August 1.
During this retreat, Mingyur Rinpoche’s will teach in English with subsequent into Russian, Khenpo Pema Wasser will teach on Tibetan with subsequent translation into Russian and English. The sessions with Tergar guides will be in Russian and English. Let us know if you need more information.
