Roaring Silence - Discovering The Nature Of The Mind, with Ngak’chang Rinpoche (Onsite) - Sat, 25th Jan 2025
Date: Saturday 25th January, 2025
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm (with lunch)
Format: Day course, onsite
Overview
'Roaring Silence - discovering the nature of Mind. Ngak’chang Rinpoche and Khandro Déchen will teach a series of methods for silent sitting meditation. Together, these methods are referred to as shi-nè and lhatong. These are closely related to methods of which you may have heard – such as: mindfulness meditation; insight meditation; shamatha-vipashyana; and vipassana.
The primary purpose of these methods is to gain an experiential understanding of the nature of thought, awareness, and their relationship with reality. On that basis we can free ourselves from destructive personal habits and find increased clarity, creative energy, empathy, calmness, and enjoyment of life.'
Topics
The Four Naljors of Dzogchen: exploring the nature of Mind through sem-dé: shi-nè, lhatong, nyi’mèd and lhundrüp. Attendees will be referred to three books written by the teachers on this subject. Truth and Method: insights into the pragmatic structure of Buddhism, designed to be helpful to people of all Buddhist traditions (and new comers) in terms of understanding the differences between the schools — and why there is no conflict between differences.
Schedule
Morning teaching session: 10:00am - 12:30 pm, with a 15 minute break
Lunch 12:30 - 1:30pm
Afternoon session: 1:30pm - 4:00pm with a 15 minute break
About the Teacher
Ngak’chang Rinpoche—born in 1952—was ordained as a ngakpa and recognised as the incarnation of gTértön Aro Yeshé by Kyabjé Düd’jom Rinpoche Jig’drèl Yeshé Dorje in 1971. He is a Nyingma Lama who has studied with Lamas of each of the Himalayan Schools of Vajrayana. He has completed three years of solitary retreat and has taught in Britain, Europe, and the USA since 1985. He has written 18 books on Vajrayana topics and has specialised in the Arts — both Western and Himalayan. Khandro Déchen—born in 1960—is Ngak’chang Rinpoche’s wife and religious consort. She has studied in the Nyingma Tradition since her early twenties. She was ordained in 1992 recognised as the incarnation of Jomo A-ye Khandro by Kyabjé Künzang Dorje Rinpoche in 1995. She was a university trained nurse — but retired to teach with Ngak’chang Rinpoche in 1993. She specialises in thangka painting and sKu-mNyé — the psychophysical; exercises of Dzogchen long-dé.
Who Should Attend
Anyone. The teachings will be given in contemporary English. Questioning will be cordially encouraged throughout — and the teachings will therefore be applicable to anyone who wishes to attend.
Lunch & Refreshments
We are pleased to provide complimentary refreshments throughout the day and a two course vegetarian lunch included in your booking. Please advise of any dietary requirements on the booking form.
Location
Teachings will be onsite at Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, Pentwyn Manor, Penrhos, Raglan, Usk, Wales, NP15 2LE - directions here >
The closest train station is Abergavenny. There are frequent buses from Abergavenny to Raglan. A lift from Raglan may be possible with limited places. Please email lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com ahead of time to arrange.
Tickets & Donation
Everyone is welcome to attend Buddhist teachings freely with no donation. However, the Centre does rely on donations to stay open, which are gratefully received. We offer two main rates to enable as many people as possible to attend our teachings. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you are able. Your generosity is vital in supporting the Centre.
Standard Rate - This includes a donation to help sustain Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, and to cover costs and teacher expenses.
Basic Rate - This covers the very basic costs of running this course.
Support Rate - Contact us via lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com if the above rates are too high for you where we can discuss further subsidised options.
Donate Onsite - If you prefer to donate cash or use card onsite, please select this ticket option and complete the booking form register.
Donate via BACS - If you prefer to donate via BACS, please select this ticket option and complete the booking form register. Then follow the instructions for BACS donation >
Important on Booking: Our online system uses PayPal to take donations. If you do not have a PayPal Account you can pay as a Guest. Please click the link ‘Try Another Way’ , then follow instructions for ‘Pay by Debit or Credit Card’.
Date: Saturday 25th January, 2025
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm (with lunch)
Format: Day course, onsite
Overview
'Roaring Silence - discovering the nature of Mind. Ngak’chang Rinpoche and Khandro Déchen will teach a series of methods for silent sitting meditation. Together, these methods are referred to as shi-nè and lhatong. These are closely related to methods of which you may have heard – such as: mindfulness meditation; insight meditation; shamatha-vipashyana; and vipassana.
The primary purpose of these methods is to gain an experiential understanding of the nature of thought, awareness, and their relationship with reality. On that basis we can free ourselves from destructive personal habits and find increased clarity, creative energy, empathy, calmness, and enjoyment of life.'
Topics
The Four Naljors of Dzogchen: exploring the nature of Mind through sem-dé: shi-nè, lhatong, nyi’mèd and lhundrüp. Attendees will be referred to three books written by the teachers on this subject. Truth and Method: insights into the pragmatic structure of Buddhism, designed to be helpful to people of all Buddhist traditions (and new comers) in terms of understanding the differences between the schools — and why there is no conflict between differences.
Schedule
Morning teaching session: 10:00am - 12:30 pm, with a 15 minute break
Lunch 12:30 - 1:30pm
Afternoon session: 1:30pm - 4:00pm with a 15 minute break
About the Teacher
Ngak’chang Rinpoche—born in 1952—was ordained as a ngakpa and recognised as the incarnation of gTértön Aro Yeshé by Kyabjé Düd’jom Rinpoche Jig’drèl Yeshé Dorje in 1971. He is a Nyingma Lama who has studied with Lamas of each of the Himalayan Schools of Vajrayana. He has completed three years of solitary retreat and has taught in Britain, Europe, and the USA since 1985. He has written 18 books on Vajrayana topics and has specialised in the Arts — both Western and Himalayan. Khandro Déchen—born in 1960—is Ngak’chang Rinpoche’s wife and religious consort. She has studied in the Nyingma Tradition since her early twenties. She was ordained in 1992 recognised as the incarnation of Jomo A-ye Khandro by Kyabjé Künzang Dorje Rinpoche in 1995. She was a university trained nurse — but retired to teach with Ngak’chang Rinpoche in 1993. She specialises in thangka painting and sKu-mNyé — the psychophysical; exercises of Dzogchen long-dé.
Who Should Attend
Anyone. The teachings will be given in contemporary English. Questioning will be cordially encouraged throughout — and the teachings will therefore be applicable to anyone who wishes to attend.
Lunch & Refreshments
We are pleased to provide complimentary refreshments throughout the day and a two course vegetarian lunch included in your booking. Please advise of any dietary requirements on the booking form.
Location
Teachings will be onsite at Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, Pentwyn Manor, Penrhos, Raglan, Usk, Wales, NP15 2LE - directions here >
The closest train station is Abergavenny. There are frequent buses from Abergavenny to Raglan. A lift from Raglan may be possible with limited places. Please email lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com ahead of time to arrange.
Tickets & Donation
Everyone is welcome to attend Buddhist teachings freely with no donation. However, the Centre does rely on donations to stay open, which are gratefully received. We offer two main rates to enable as many people as possible to attend our teachings. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you are able. Your generosity is vital in supporting the Centre.
Standard Rate - This includes a donation to help sustain Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, and to cover costs and teacher expenses.
Basic Rate - This covers the very basic costs of running this course.
Support Rate - Contact us via lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com if the above rates are too high for you where we can discuss further subsidised options.
Donate Onsite - If you prefer to donate cash or use card onsite, please select this ticket option and complete the booking form register.
Donate via BACS - If you prefer to donate via BACS, please select this ticket option and complete the booking form register. Then follow the instructions for BACS donation >
Important on Booking: Our online system uses PayPal to take donations. If you do not have a PayPal Account you can pay as a Guest. Please click the link ‘Try Another Way’ , then follow instructions for ‘Pay by Debit or Credit Card’.
Date: Saturday 25th January, 2025
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm (with lunch)
Format: Day course, onsite
Overview
'Roaring Silence - discovering the nature of Mind. Ngak’chang Rinpoche and Khandro Déchen will teach a series of methods for silent sitting meditation. Together, these methods are referred to as shi-nè and lhatong. These are closely related to methods of which you may have heard – such as: mindfulness meditation; insight meditation; shamatha-vipashyana; and vipassana.
The primary purpose of these methods is to gain an experiential understanding of the nature of thought, awareness, and their relationship with reality. On that basis we can free ourselves from destructive personal habits and find increased clarity, creative energy, empathy, calmness, and enjoyment of life.'
Topics
The Four Naljors of Dzogchen: exploring the nature of Mind through sem-dé: shi-nè, lhatong, nyi’mèd and lhundrüp. Attendees will be referred to three books written by the teachers on this subject. Truth and Method: insights into the pragmatic structure of Buddhism, designed to be helpful to people of all Buddhist traditions (and new comers) in terms of understanding the differences between the schools — and why there is no conflict between differences.
Schedule
Morning teaching session: 10:00am - 12:30 pm, with a 15 minute break
Lunch 12:30 - 1:30pm
Afternoon session: 1:30pm - 4:00pm with a 15 minute break
About the Teacher
Ngak’chang Rinpoche—born in 1952—was ordained as a ngakpa and recognised as the incarnation of gTértön Aro Yeshé by Kyabjé Düd’jom Rinpoche Jig’drèl Yeshé Dorje in 1971. He is a Nyingma Lama who has studied with Lamas of each of the Himalayan Schools of Vajrayana. He has completed three years of solitary retreat and has taught in Britain, Europe, and the USA since 1985. He has written 18 books on Vajrayana topics and has specialised in the Arts — both Western and Himalayan. Khandro Déchen—born in 1960—is Ngak’chang Rinpoche’s wife and religious consort. She has studied in the Nyingma Tradition since her early twenties. She was ordained in 1992 recognised as the incarnation of Jomo A-ye Khandro by Kyabjé Künzang Dorje Rinpoche in 1995. She was a university trained nurse — but retired to teach with Ngak’chang Rinpoche in 1993. She specialises in thangka painting and sKu-mNyé — the psychophysical; exercises of Dzogchen long-dé.
Who Should Attend
Anyone. The teachings will be given in contemporary English. Questioning will be cordially encouraged throughout — and the teachings will therefore be applicable to anyone who wishes to attend.
Lunch & Refreshments
We are pleased to provide complimentary refreshments throughout the day and a two course vegetarian lunch included in your booking. Please advise of any dietary requirements on the booking form.
Location
Teachings will be onsite at Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, Pentwyn Manor, Penrhos, Raglan, Usk, Wales, NP15 2LE - directions here >
The closest train station is Abergavenny. There are frequent buses from Abergavenny to Raglan. A lift from Raglan may be possible with limited places. Please email lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com ahead of time to arrange.
Tickets & Donation
Everyone is welcome to attend Buddhist teachings freely with no donation. However, the Centre does rely on donations to stay open, which are gratefully received. We offer two main rates to enable as many people as possible to attend our teachings. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you are able. Your generosity is vital in supporting the Centre.
Standard Rate - This includes a donation to help sustain Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, and to cover costs and teacher expenses.
Basic Rate - This covers the very basic costs of running this course.
Support Rate - Contact us via lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com if the above rates are too high for you where we can discuss further subsidised options.
Donate Onsite - If you prefer to donate cash or use card onsite, please select this ticket option and complete the booking form register.
Donate via BACS - If you prefer to donate via BACS, please select this ticket option and complete the booking form register. Then follow the instructions for BACS donation >
Important on Booking: Our online system uses PayPal to take donations. If you do not have a PayPal Account you can pay as a Guest. Please click the link ‘Try Another Way’ , then follow instructions for ‘Pay by Debit or Credit Card’.