WISDOM CENTER
OF SANTA CRUZ
Lama Lakshey Zangpo Rinpoche and the Wisdom Center
are pleased to host the eminent scholar and recognised reincarnation of the great master
from the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism
Chamtrul Rinpoche
Chamtrul Rinpoche, Lobsang Gyatso, is an eminent scholar from the Golok region in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. He was conferred the title Khenpo by his Root Guru H.H. Khenpo Jigme Phuntsok Rinpoche. With his renowned knowledge of the Buddhist teachings, Chamtrul Rinpoche frequently travels the world, giving teachings, empowerments, transmissions, and lectures.
Chamtrul Rinpoche is always ready to give Dharma teachings wherever they are needed. Through his invaluable knowledge and practical advice, Rinpoche compassionately guides his students toward ultimate peace and happiness.
Bodhicitta, the awakened mind of compassion and wisdom, is the heart of the Mahayana Buddhist path and the essence of all Buddhist teachings. Everyone has the seed for loving kindness and compassion.
Rinpoche will share profound yet practical guidance on cultivating Bodhicitta, helping us to develop an open and compassionate heart and a wise mind in our daily lives. Whether you are new to Buddhism or a dedicated practitioner, this is a rare opportunity to receive authentic teachings from a highly regarded master, deepening our connection to loving-kindness, altruism, and the path to enlightenment.
Meditation to Open the Heart
Friday, April 18, 2025 6 - 8 pm
In Person & Online
“Don’t just talk about the dharma. Go beyond the words. Put them into practice, and experience what they mean.” — Chamtrul Rinpoche
ENERGY CHANNELS, WINDS, AND DROPS OF THE SUBTLE BODY with Chamtrul Rinpoche
Sunday, April 20, 2025
9am-12pm; 2-4pm pacific
In Tibetan Buddhist practices, particularly those related to Tsa Lung, the subtle body is understood to consist of a complex network of energy channels, winds, and drops. These elements are crucial for maintaining physical and mental health, and their manipulation is central to advanced meditation practices.
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Energy Channels (Tsa): These are pathways through which vital energy flows within the subtle body and the three principal energy channels in relation to the five chakras. These channels are not physical in the same way as blood vessels or nerves, but they are energetic pathways that are closely linked to our physical and mental well-being. The nine-breath purification practice involves visualizing these three channels and their connection to the chakras.
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Winds (Lung): Winds are subtle energies or vital forces that move through the channels and coincide to the "healing power of the breath" and the three levels of breathing (upper, middle, and lower), which are directly related to the flow of Lung. Specific Tsa Lung exercises such as the "upward-moving wind exercise," the "life-force wind exercise," and the "fire-like wind practice," each target different aspects of the Lung's movement and function within the body. They aim to loosen energetic blockages and release emotional and mental tensions.
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Drops (Thigle): These subtle essences reside within the channels. Thigle are considered to be concentrated forms of energy and are essential for both physical and spiritual development. The meditation on Tsa Lung Thigle is related to the final spiritual goal and the "secret" level of Buddhist refuge.
In summary, the Tsa (channels), Lung (winds), and Thigle (drops) are interconnected components of the subtle body. Practices like the nine-round breathing purification and Tsa Lung exercises aim to purify and harmonize the elements, leading to improved health, increased energy, and deeper meditative experiences.
The teachings emphasize the importance of understanding and working with these subtle energies to overcome inner conflicts, release emotional blockages, and progress on the spiritual path.