The Seven Points of Mind Training

Lojong or mind training practice is the heart essence of Mahayana practice. Complete enlightenment is not possible without mind training. In these talks,
The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche teaches the Seven Points of Mind Training, (Lojong) that were brought to Tibet by the great Indian master Atisha (982- 1054 AD) and written down by Chekawa Yeshe Dorje (1101-1175 AD), a Tibetan master in the Kadampa tradition. Rinpoche's presentation of these traditional lojong teachings is both accessible and profound and includes powerful guided meditation practice. This is perhaps the clearest and most detailed teaching currently available on these classic Mahayana practices. These talks were presented at the second annual week-long Open Retreat. The Open Retreat presents a remarkable opportunity for any sincere student of Buddhism to experience Rinpoche's sharp Intellect, humor and lucidity.


Teachings on Lojong Practice, Ponlop Rinpoche, Vajra Echoes, 3 DVDs, 8.5 hrs., $72.00

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche is acknowledged as one of the foremost scholars of his generation in the Nyingma and Kagyu schools of Tibetan Buddhism. Fluent in English and well-versed in Western culture, Rinpooche has worked to develop and adapt traditional Tibetan education curriculums for Western audiences. Nitartha Institute (www.nitharthainstitute.org), where Rinpoche is the main teacher, provides a focused Buddhist studies program. Rinpoche is a visiting professor of buddhist philosopy at Naropa University, Boulder, Colorado. In 1997, Rinpoche founded Nalanabodhi to preserve the genuine lineage of the Nyingma and Kagyu Schools of Tibetan Buddhism. There are Nalandabodhi centers in North America and Europe, and curriculum materials are available to people worldwide.