"The pervasive nature of rigpa is, was, and will always be the same: pervasive, infinite, open, and free. The entire universe— everything that you see, hear, smell, taste, touch, and think—are in this same state." Venerable Khenpo Rinpoches The Seven Nails: The Final Testament of the Great Dzogchen Master Shri Singha www.padmasambhava.org/product-page/seven-nails-the-final-testament-of-the-great-dzogchen-master-shri-singha Photo of Ven. Khenchen Palden Sherab Rinpoche in the

Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche answered the following questions during a live in person meditation practice at the PBC Palm Beach Dharma Center on November 23, 2025: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJb1eE62Xyc&list=PLFhTzZsWmnllSq9tb3z6XpHSoxFawan-Y&index=1 1. "How does the source give rise to sentient mind? Why and how does sentient mind forget the 'soul'?" 2. "What is the Buddhist idea of heaven?" 3. "What does 'sentient parent beings' mean?" 4. "In daily life when intera

If you want to sync up with the wisdom mind of Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche while he offers the Prajnaparamita empowerment at PBC Puerto this morning on Sat, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am, you can practice Guru Yoga. This is a principal practice of Vajrayana and Dzogchen, and is always available to mingle your mind with the wisdom mind of the buddhas. We can also read about the Prajnaparamita Sutras to inspire our bodhichitta to care for the happiness and enlightenment

"Space is originally enlightened as Mother Prajnaparamita, or Buddha Samantabhadri. This great open mother has no territories, divisions, or restrictions. She is simply open—open to everything—and she immediately develops. From this openness she allows a natural lawfulness to spontaneously arise without any force. As a result, four additional mothers naturally appear. They are named earth, water, fire, and air. Why do we call these five elements “mothers?” Everything manifest

Enjoy some inspiring photos of PBC projects we're accomplishing together this year! Long Retreat Cabins at Padma Samye Ling in upstate New York are nearing completion! Heartfelt rejoicing in the immeasurable future merit and wisdom that will arise from people practicing bodhichitta here! Construction of a new bathroom and shower facilities at Padma Gochen Ling, PBC Tennessee's rural retreat center in Monterey is almost finished! Enjoy the new Sangharama Community House at Pal

"Emaho! Guru Rinpoche, you are the embodiment of the supreme compassion of all the buddhas, Our unfailing protector forever! Quickly turn your loving attention to your praying children. Please bestow your blessings, empowerments, and accomplishments right now. Although we know your qualities, kindness, and enlightened activities towards us Surpass all the other buddhas, We don’t remember you during comfortable times. Even when we pray, it becomes merely lip service. Now we’re

Offering to the Padma Samye Ling Mandala by Ishtakaba of Dakota and Seneca Wolf Clan www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cq0HB3x4Y2w

" Rebirth in Amitabha’s Pure Land of Sukhavati: Riding the Marvelous, Magical Garuda of the Four Causes " by Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche Order on the PBC Chiso website : www.padmasambhava.org/product-page/rebirth-in-amitabha-s-pure-land-of-sukhavati-riding-the-marvelous-magical-garu In the Amitabha Sutra, Buddha taught on the four causes to take birth in Sukhavati. He said: “O Ananda, if a being clearly thinks of the Tathagata [Amitabha] and his pure land again and a

"Take the time to read the life stories of the great masters. They stood firm, maintaining their practice with great courage and confidence. Blessings flowed freely because their hearts and minds were open." Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Rinpoche Advice from a Spiritual Friend: A Commentary on Nagarjuna’s Letter to a Friend www.padmasambhava.org/product-page/advice-from-a-spiritual-friend-a-commentary-on-nagarjuna-s-letter-to-a-friend Photo of Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Rinpoche with his dear

Lha Bab Duchen commemorates Buddha Shakyamuni’s return to the human world after teaching his Mother in the god realms, where he spent three months giving teachings and repaying her kindness. Join the free Webcast with Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche live from the Palm Beach Dharma Center! www.padmasambhava.org/live-teachings-and-meditations-with-ven-khenpo-tsewang-dongyal-rinpoche Practice texts: We will use the Extended Buddha Sadhana . (Which has the Buddha Sadhana we

Long Retreat Cabins at Padma Samye Ling in upstate New York are nearing completion! Construction has begun on the new bathroom and shower facilities at Padma Gochen Ling , PBC Tennessee's rural retreat center in Monterey! New Sangharama Community House at Palden Sherab Pema Ling in Jupiter, Florida ! See the beautiful new kitchen in the Sangharama House at Pema Ling! Heartfelt rejoicing in the immeasurable future merit and wisdom that will arise from people practicing bodhi

Heartfelt rejoicing in the immeasurable future merit and wisdom that will arise from people practicing bodhichitta here! November 2, 2025

"When we cultivate bodhichitta, awareness of impermanence, devotion, and appreciation for who we are and what we have, our minds become broad, stable, and strong. We will not hold extreme views. Then it becomes very easy to identify and abide in the natural state." Venerable Khenpo Rinpoches The Nature of Mind www.padmasambhava.org/product-page/the-nature-of-mind-dzogchen-instructions-of-aro-yeshe-jungne Photo of Ven. Khenchen Palden Sherab Rinpoche at Padma Samye Ling around

Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Rinpoche asked the local PSL Sangha to begin learning the essential ritual practices of our lineage, including torma making, drumming, leading chants, and shrine keeper chopon activities. Yesterday we began offering weekly in person classes at PSL on Saturday afternoon from 3:00-5:00pm. We started with learning the essential tormas for our Guru and Dakini Day pujas, such as Yumka Dechen Gyalmo, Queen of Great Bliss . These classes will be offered throughou

Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUgu9GRlBKs

Autumn Sale! Now through Nov 1st 25% off all of the Ven. Khenpo Rinpoches' books When you buy at least 2 books on the Chiso Dharma Store website! www.padmasambhava.org/category/books-by-the-khenpo-rinpoches All proceeds support the non-profit Dharma activities of the Padmasambhava Buddhist Center.

We love our WWOOFers! This summer PSL enjoyed the sparkling presence and loving efforts of 15 awesome volunteers through the World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms! Check out their kind reviews and reflections about their time at PSL! (Scroll to the bottom) https://wwoofusa.org/en/host/53782 Everyone was amazing! So helpful and creative, kind, curious, and big heart-mind oriented! It's our 2nd year hosting organic gardeners at Padma Samye Ling through WWOOF. We look forwar

During the 2012 One Month PSL Dzogchen retreat on the Union of Mahamudra and Dzogchen  by Khedrup Karma Chagme, Ven. Khenpo Tsewang...

This profound practice is incredibly powerful and deeply heart-opening. Oct. 11 - 13 @ Padma Samye Ling in upstate New York! Learn more:...

Vajrayana Master & Nyingma Scholar Venerable Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche “Essential Dzogchen Teachings on the View, Meditation, and...