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Reflections on the teaching “Songs of Milarepa”
On Sunday, June 28th, 2026 at the Wisdom Center in Santa Cruz, a non-sectarian Buddhist teaching and meditation center, Rinpoche gave teachings on the life of the Great Tibetan Yogi Saint, Jetsun Milarepa, with an
The master’s rain of flowers of holy Dharma
19) The master’s rain of flowers of holy Dharma Ripens the garden grove of disciples, Manifesting a glorious summer of Dharma, Always together, inseparably. This is my heart advice. This verse teaches the benefits of
Walking meditation photos
On Saturday, June 27, 2026 Rinpoche led a walking meditation at Asilomar beach. After the meditation we had a beach bonfire and lots of good food. Frizbee and fun in the summer sun (the sun
A Brief Explanation of Parting From the Four Attachments
The Root Text: If there is attachment to this life, one is not a Dharma practitioner. If there is attachment to samsara, there is no renunciation. If there is attachment to self, there is no
All Sangha Meeting 2026
On June 6th, 2026, Manjushri Dharma Center held the annual All-Sangha Meeting to confirm board members for the coming year, to reflect on the year behind, and envision the year ahead. Rinpoche's move to the
Summer Solstice Blessing of the Waters 2026
On Sunday, June 21st, 2026 Rinpoche led a Blessing of the Waters at Lover's Point beach. This year was a bit overcast and cool, but hearts were light. This was Rinpoche's 35th solstice blessing, as
We will meet again in joy
18) In brief, disciples, wherever you live, Always remember and never forget All the advice I have given you; We will meet again in joy. That is my heart advice. This verse says to practice