Third Turning of the Buddha's Wheel of Dharma
Buddha Nature 20 Week Course with Lama Philip: Beginning June 29 2023
The Third Turning of the Buddha's Wheel of Dharma is a 20-week in-depth exploration of the seminal teaching of the Nature of Buddha. This course aims to delve into the concept of Buddha Nature, our innate potential for awakening, which serves as the foundation for various Buddhist paths, including Zen, Yogacara, and Tibetan traditions. The teachings emphasize that enlightenment is not a distant goal but something accessible in the present moment. The course will draw upon the Mahayana Uttaratantra Shastra and the Five Treaties of Maitreya to elucidate the nature of enlightenment and the qualities of Buddhahood. Meditative instructions will be provided to facilitate a direct experience of this shared essence of all sentient beings.
Course Outline:
Week 1: Introduction to Buddha Nature and its significance in Buddhism
• Overview of the course
• Understanding the historical context and significance of the Third Turning of the Wheel of Dharma
• Exploring the teachings of Buddha Nature in Zen, Yogacara, and Tibetan traditions
Week 2: The Mahayana Uttaratantra Shastra - Part 1
• Introduction to the Uttaratantra Shastra
• Overview of the Five Treaties of Maitreya
• Exploring the profound meaning of emptiness and luminous nature
Week 3: The Mahayana Uttaratantra Shastra -
Part 2
• Deepening our understanding of the Uttaratantra Shastra
• Studying the Ornament of Clear Realization and its teachings on Buddha-Essence
• Reflecting on the nature and qualities of Buddhahood
Week 4: The Mahayana Uttaratantra Shastra -
Part 3
• Exploring the teachings of the Ornament of Mahayana Sutra
• Understanding the distinctions between the Middle and Extremes
• Emphasizing the sublime continuum of Buddha Nature
Week 5: Asanga's Journey and Meeting with Maitreya
• Examining the historical account of Asanga's devotion and meeting with Arya Maitreya
• Understanding the significance of Asanga's fifty-year meditation and teachings from his master
• Reflecting on the compassionate offerings of "The Mahayana Uttaratantra Shastra"
Week 6: Clarifications on the Ground of Enlightenment
• Delving into the Buddha's definitive teachings on the ground of enlightenment
• Understanding the nature and qualities of Buddhahood
• Exploring the relationship between Vajrayana and Mahamudra practice
Week 7-20: Weekly Study Sessions
• Each week, a specific section of Maitreya's The Uttaratantra will be covered
• Close reading and analysis of the text
• Guided meditations and contemplative practices related to the teachings
• Q&A sessions and discussions to clarify concepts and deepen understanding
Course Conclusion:
• Recap of key teachings and concepts covered throughout the course
• Reflection on personal insights and experiences
• Suggestions for further study and practice beyond the course
About The Teacher and Course Registration
About The Teacher:
Lama Pemba spent the earlier part of his life in various communities around Colorado's Rocky Mountains. Lama Pemba developed a practice in the tradition of Zen Buddhism in 1999 while studying at the University of Art and Design in Kyoto Japan. During this period of his life, he co-founded a very successful garden design business in the Roaring Fork Valley. He continued his studies and was introduced to Tibetan Buddhism in 2001 thru Summit Dharma Center.
He finds the practice of mindfully centered awareness to be an amazing counter point to his former mode of being. As a gentle giant, Phillip glows with love and kindness and enjoys bringing joy to others as he is able. He recognizes the blessings of his life and his primary concern is to be of assistance to others.
His dedication has led him to do pilgrimages to the holy sites of Tibet, Bhutan, India and Thailand. He also completed several 10 day Vipasanna retreats and 30 day silent retreats before spending some 3 years primarily focused on deep retreat in Thailand and the Himalaya region. He owns Escape Garden Design Company in Aspen, Colorado.
Lama Pemba enjoys finding ways to apply the Buddha's teachings to everyday life. He has been married to his wife, Jill for over 40 years and has children and grandchildren; lovingly integrating his spiritual life with a householder's responsibilities. Phillip is known and well-received for his heartfelt presence and clear Dharma teaching, as well as a profound dedication to his practice.
The course will be hosted live every Thursday at 7 - 9pm EST on Zoom with Lama Philip. The course will be uploaded to Teachable, where you can watch class videos later, class notes and quizzes. Retreat materials will be provided during the course.
The Course Cost is:
$299 for Non Members
This Course is Free For Members.
Please click on the link below to register for the course.
The Way of the Bodhisattva Lama Kinley Live Class on Zoom Monday at March 20
A Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life:
For as long as space endures
And for as long as living beings remain,
Until then may I too abide
To dispel the misery of the world.
~ Shantideva
12 Week Course with Lama Kinley Teaching and meditation series on the classic Buddhist text, “A Guide to the Bodhisattvas Way of Life,” by Master Shantideva begins Monday March 20th.
Lama Kinley will kindly offer teachings and meditations on the way of the Bodhisattva by master, Shantideva. Subjects include teachings and meditations on the Perfection of Generosity, Ethical Conduct, Patience, Joyful Effort, Concentration and Wisdom with a special emphasis on how to apply these principles to the crisis we face as individuals and a society as a whole.
The primary emphasis of the course however will be on the cultivation of bodhicitta - the direct realization of the nature of the mind imbued with both compassion and love.
All are welcome to join regardless of background.
Course Includes:
12 Weeks of LIve Teachings
Access to recordings
Written supporting material
Lama Kinley Biography
Born in 1979, Lama Kinley received a modern secular education but always maintained an interest towards Buddha Dharma since his early teenage years and studied Buddhist scriptures from many masters prior to finally joining Dechenphodrang monastic school in Thimpu.
In 2000 he went to Namdroling Monastery and relied upon His Holiness Penor Rinpoche who granted permit to enroll in monastery. Received Namchoe Nyondro and completed preliminaries in the same year. In 2001 got admission in to Ngagyur Nyingma Institute (shedra) and completed nine years course in 2009.
While doing studies received Terzod, Nyingthik Yazhi and many empowerments and transmissions from His Holiness His Holiness Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatsho Rinpoche, Penor Rinpoche, His Holiness Talung Tsetrul Rinpoche, His Holiness Yangthang Rinpoche, His Holiness Drodrupchen, His Holiness Sakya Thrizin and many others renowned scholars.
Practiced Namchoe Nyendro, Tsalung and Dzogchen and Yidam deity recitations.
After graduation from Ngagyur Nyingma Institute, I approached His Holiness Drubwang Rigzin Paldan( Lama Serpo) and received and Longchen Nyingthik cycle of Dzogchen, Tsalung, Nyendro, Phowa and others related instructions. Relied upon the lama until his parinirvana in 2012.
Lama Kinley retreated in Singye Dzong, shukdrak in Bumthang, Dorangthang Gonpa for many years. Lama Kinley was also Lama Michael’s Tsalung Trulkhor teacher at Namdroling Monastery, South India
When: March 20 and every Monday Live at 4pm PST - 5pm PST or watch later on Vimeo
Register: Members please use the form below to register.
Non members please register below on PayPal.
Pricing:
Free for Members, You may make a donation at the end of the series to Lama Kinley
Non Members: $250 for non members and a Dana for Lama Kinley may be offered at the end of the series
Bodhisattva Way of Life Non Member Registration
$250.00
Access to the 12 week live zooom teachings, recordings and written materials for the course.
Three Vows with Lama Kinley
Lama Kinley is giving teachings on the essence of Three Sets of Vows - Pratimoksha (Individual Liberation), Bodhisattva Vows, and Tantric Samaya
Dudjom Rinpoche said:
- To abandon entirely all negative intentions and actions of body, speech and mind that might cause harm to others is the essence of the pratimoksha, or vows of individual liberation.
- To practice wholeheartedly all types of virtue that bring benefit to others is the essence of the bodhisattva's vows.
- At the root of these two is taming one's own unruly mind by means of mindfulness, vigilance and conscientiousness, and training oneself to recognize the all-encompassing purity of appearance and existence. This is the essence of the vows of secret mantra
Recordings:
Recordings of transmission sessions are available to our members on Vimeo.
Please send us a email to request access the Vimeo password.
What Will Be Included?
- Access to supporting written material
- Access to recordings on vimeo
Pricing:
Free to members, you may make a traditional Dana to Lama Kinley when you complete the teaching.
$99 for Non Members and you may make a traditional Dana to Lama Kinley when you complete the teaching.
Phowa Teachings with Lama Kinley
Some of the most potent practices in relation to the instant of mortality are those of the Phowa. Phowa, which means "transfer of consciousness," is a Tibetan Buddhist practice used to improve future reincarnations or, in rare instances, to achieve enlightenment at the time of death. The advantages of the Phowa teachings are incalculable because in addition to helping students prepare for death, they also give them the tools to live a more awakened and mindful existence every day.
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Lam Kinley had completed teaching the three vows and will now continue with a five week Phowa instruction that is only available to either three year retreatants and/or those who have the taken the Three Vows classes.
Restricted Class Please Request Access Below.
Live Zoom Class every Wednesday at 6am PST - 7 Am PST.
Pricing:
Free for members:
$250 for non members,
Our Watch Later on Vimeo
Please Email Avtar for Access and In the Comments Section Note Phowa Class and your background.