Dagri Rinpoche's Visit to Sydney

Dagri Rinpoche is the reincarnation of Pari Dorje Chang, one of the very great geshes of Lhasa who was the teacher of many lamas, including Lama Yeshe. Dagri Rinpoche was born in Tibet in 1958. He grew up during the Cultural Revolution of 1966 - 1976. After his escape from Tibet in 1982 he completed his 17 years of study of Buddhist philosophy and received the Geshe Lharampa degree. After Rinpoche's escape from Tibet, Lama Yeshe committed to support him through Sera Je, and then when Lama Yeshe passed away, Lama Zopa Rinpoche took over the responsibility. Now, Dagri Rinpoche is supporting Lama Zopa Rinpoche and he has taught in various FPMT centres on lam-rim, lojong and philosophy as well as given initiations, conducted fire pujas, and taught tantric commentaries.

Details of Rinpoche's teachings at VI (please check back for latest changes):

Advice on How to Practise Bodhimind
Friday 15 October 7.00pm

Rinpoche will give advices on how to practise the altruistic motivation of bodhimind, which is the mind aspiring to enlightenment for the benefit of all beings.

Guru Devotion
Monday 18 October 7.00pm

The relationship between a spiritual teacher, or guru, and a disciple is a very important component of the spiritual path. Learn how to derive the most benefit from such a relationship from a great teacher himself.

Foundation of All Good Qualities
Tuesday 26 Oct 7.00pm

Rinpoche will teach on the text called Foundation of All Good Qualities, which sets forth all the qualities we need to cultivate to progress on the path.

8 Verses of Thought Transformation
Wednesday 27 Oct 7.00pm

Based on the famous text of Tibetan master Langri Tangpa, this is a teaching on training our mind and transforming our thoughts so that we can make use of our daily experiences to enhance compassion and wisdom.

Contribution: each evening session $30/$25 VI members. Call VI office to register.

Vajrayogini Blessing & Commentary
Sat-Sun 16-17 October Time: TBA

Vajrayogini is a female Buddha form associated with the Highest Yoga Tantra of Heruka Cakrasamvara. This is a method for using bliss to activate our most subtle consciousness as a means to attain enlightenment

Contribution: each weekend session $50/$40 VI members. Call VI office to register.

You can also find details of Dagri Rinpoche's teaching on 29-30 October at the Central Coast on Kadam Sharawa Institute's website.

Public Talk by Andy Weber
Symbolism in Tibetan Art: Long Life Deities
Date & Time: Friday 1 October 7.00-8.30pm

Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn about the symbolism of long life deities (Namgyalma, White Tara and Amitayus) from world renowned Buddhist artist Andy Weber.

Contribution: $25/$20 VI members. Call VI office to register.

Weekend Tibetan Art Workshop: Long Life Deities--Namgyalma, White Tara and Amitayus
with Andy Weber
Date & Time: Sat-Sun 2-3 October 10.00am-5.00pm

This weekend course is designed for students at all levels. Students will be guided in meditation sessions to improve your visualisation and instructed in drawing techniques of these long life deities. Learn about the symbolism of these deities and deepen your understanding of this sacred art. Artistic talent is not necessary; perseverance and interest are more important. Participants will find this an exciting, thought-provoking and stimulating weekend. A list of necessary art materials to bring along for the workshop will be provided when booking.

Morning and afternoon tea provided. Please bring your own lunch.
Contribution: $220/$200 VI members (Friday public talk included). Call VI office to register.

Animal Blessing Ceremony
Date & Time: Monday 4 October 2.00-4.00pm (Setup at 1.00pm)

Bring family and friends of the two-legged, four-legged and many other legged variety to our 3rd Animal Blessing event to celebrate World Animal Day.

Free Public Talk by Ven Jampa Ludrup
Wind and Water--the Wonderful World of Feng Shui
Friday 8 October 7.00-8.30pm

Feng-shui or geomancy helps us to live in harmony with our environment. Feng Shui explains how your outer surroundings affect your inner experience. Ven Jampa Ludrup has studied this ancestral art with the great Chinese Master Yap Chen Hai and Lilian Too. He spends many months of the year travelling internationally, leading courses and giving lessons and private consultations to companies, institutions and individuals.

Feng Shui for Personal Success
with Ven Jampa Ludrup
Sat-Sun 9-10 October 9.30am-4.30pm

Using age-old knowledge derived from some of the major schools of Feng Shui, this two day workshop will show you how to bring balance and energy and ultimately to enhance every aspect of your life. You will learn how to:

• Determine your own auspicious directions
• Align your environment to tap into positive energies and avoid negative ones
• Use different elements to enhance positive energies in your space
• Tailor your environment for success in your career, wealth, health, romance, and much more.

Ven Jampa Ludrup has studied this ancestral art with the great Chinese Master Yap Chen Hai and Lilian Too. He spends many months of the year travelling internationally, leading courses and giving lessons and private consultations to companies, institutions and individuals.

Morning and afternoon tea provided. Please bring your own lunch.
Contribution: Whole weekend $110/$90 VI members; Single day $55/$45 VI members. Call VI office to register.

Lam Rim Retreat
with Thubten Yeshe
Fri-Sun 22-24 October 9.30am-4.30pm

This is a three-day meditation retreat on the Graduated Path to Enlightenment (Lam Rim). The focus will be on deep exploration of the Lam Rim meditations through reflection and concentrated meditation. This is an amazingly practical system of reflections and meditations that are related not only to the end result--enlightenment, but also to our life and relationships right now. All are welcome; however, having some previous Lam Rim teachings or retreat will enhance participants' experience.

Since 1974 Thubten Yeshe has been a student of Lama Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche, and many other teachers such as His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Kirti Tsenshab Rinpoche, Ribur Rinpoche and Khensur Lobsang Rinpoche. She teaches and leads retreats both in Australia, where she has lived since 1985, and overseas.

Morning and afternoon tea provided. Please bring your own lunch.
Contribution: Whole retreat (3 days) $150/$130 VI members; Single day: $55/$45; Half day $30/$25. Call VI office to register.