A rare opportunity for Vajrayana practitioners

Open to: Ngöndro Mandala who have started accumulating their Ngöndro and Dzogchen Mandala sangha and Vajrayana students from other sanghas. Khenchen Pema Sherab Rinpoche agreed to give the Yang Nying Pudri empowerment to all students who are prepared to hold the samayas that come with the teachings.

Khenchen Pema Sherab Rinpoche has kindly agreed to give the empowerment for the main Yidam practice of the Rigpa sangha on short notice, on special request of some students. As Yang Nying Pudri is a terma of Tertön Sogyal Lerab Lingpa, and not part of the Longchen Nyingtik lineage, it is rarely given in Rigpa and this is therefore a very precious opportunity for all dedicated Vajrayana practitioners who wish to engage in the 3-roots practices at some point on their path. Most of you may have received Rigdzin Dupa (lama practice) and Yumka Dechen Gyalmo (dakini practice) many times as part of the Longchen Nyingtik tsapö, but might miss the Yidam practice.

We therefore encourage you all to not miss this opportunity that this wang is given in Europe, so within reach.

WHAT ARE THE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND?
Before applying to attend these empowerments and teachings, take the time to reflect whether you are ready to receive them and understand the commitments that you are taking.

Please check that you fulfil the following requirements
- You are a member of the Ngöndro or Dzogchen Mandala (this does not apply if you are the member of another sangha). If you feel you should be part of the Ngöndro Mandala but are not yet, please contact your local instructor to have an interview.
- You have already formally entered the Mahayana Buddhist path by taking Refuge and Bodhisattva vows.
- You have a solid foundation and experience of the principles and practices of the Mahayana.
- You have received teachings on all the ngöndro practices, including guru yoga.
- You have started your ngöndro accumulations and are on track to continue.
- You understand the samaya vows related to empowerment in general and are willing to take those related to the upcoming empowerments, which might include practice commitments.
- You have spent some time examining your own motivation for receiving these transmissions.
- You have spent some time examining the master giving these empowerments.
- If you have a deep wish and don’t meet the following criteria, you may still complete the application form and your request will be considered.

If you have a serious health issue or a history of mental illness please consult with your health care provider and take advice on whether it is advisable to come to this event.