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Buddhism Under the Nyingma Tradition


June 14, 2012

A Note on Meditation

Stress and the Mind

We know the importance of keeping the mind and body balanced. We put a lot of emphasis on being physically healthy but how do we keep our mind healthy?

Our mind can create both happiness and …

June 05, 2012

Natural Appearance, Natural Liberation

One of Master Tam’s publication, “The Dhyana of Living and Dying” (生與死的禪法) is now available in English as “Natural Appearance, Natural Liberation.” Published by the Canadian publisher, Sumeru Press, it is a commentary is based on the six bardos teachings

June 05, 2012

Master Tam’s 78th Birthday

Students from afar came to celebrate Master Tam’s birthday on May 17. The day started with meditation in the afternoon followed by dinner at night. There were many entertaining performances throughout the dinner, including the auspicious peacock!

A picture is …

June 05, 2012

Introduction to Visualization Meditation (Toronto)

The 6 weeks Introduction to Meditation, in its 7th year, is our most popular workshop. It is suitable for everyone of all ages. Students will learn proper meditation sitting postures, breathing exercise, visualization meditation practice according to the Nyingma Tibetan …

June 05, 2012

Six Breathing Exercises (Hong Kong)

This course intoduces the principles and practices to be free from defilements formed by attachment to representations and conceptions.

Course Duration: May 22 – August 2nd, 2012 (9 lessons)
Day and Time: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Unit 1-2, 2nd …

June 05, 2012

Zen of Emptiness and Existence Lecture on April 18th, 2012

Upon invitation from East Asian Library, University of Toronto, Master Tam presented a 2 hour lecture, in Mandarin with English translation, on the impact of the human thinking and behaviour on the world at large. Even though it was during …