2015
Happy New Year!
Dr. Nida and other Tibetan practitioners congratulated all women (female practitioners especially) on March 8!
DAKINI IS A FEMALE BUDDHA ASPECT (YIDAM), RELATED TO KNOWLEDGE, INTUITION AND WISDOM.
Dakinis are feminine embodiments of Knowledge and magical powers that manifest themselves in human or superhuman form. Dakinis have the magical ability to charm people drawing them to the practice of Dharma. The consciousness of Dakini is always on the verge of the real and mystical, and only Dakini herself can choose the one to whom she will appear in one form or another. Dakini carries in herself the Knowledge that can only be felt by experiencing and going beyond the limits of thoughts and forms familiar to us. Dakini is gifted with Higher Knowledge and is a conductor, in human or divine form, that leads the practitioner to the path of Higher Knowledge and True Realization. Therefore, Dakinis of a higher order appear as naked beings: they are the embodiment of knowledge of naked reality, as it really is. Dakini always guards the Divine Dharma, guarding and nurturing Her, as well as helping those who sincerely seek to know the Divine Law and Pleasure. According to the legend, the Dakinis consecrated truth-seekers into the secrets of Dharma - the sacred divine wisdom. In the teachings of the tantric schools – Dakinis are companions of gods and celestials, symbolizing the energy aspect. Dakinis are considered incarnations of the feminine and are worshiped as defenders of the enlightened and the bearers of higher knowledge. The Vajrayana literature contains many legends about how the Dakinis initiated Buddhist devotees to the deepest secrets of the teachings. In the tantric Vajrayana practice, a practicing woman is considered the earthly incarnation of dakini.
Some of the terms - in particular, yogini and dakini - have a dual meaning, meaning both man and deity, since the tantric way of thinking offers a spectrum of gradations rather than a sharp boundary between human and divine. Advancement in tantric practice brings possession of supernatural powers and the realization of a personal deity. Woman, who advanced along this path commands respect and reverence with their special abilities. The ambiguity of these terms allows them to be used to designate a woman at any point of this spectrum, starting with a neophyte and ending with a woman who has attained full enlightenment.
Dakini call: “Start eating!”"
Dakini’s compassionate gaze.
DAKINIS, as a rule, appear at critical moments in the lives of saints, hermits and their disciples. Their appearances lead to an instantaneous and radical change of all the usual ideas. They appear in a dream, in a vision or in real life in the guise of an ordinary woman and disappear instantly as soon as the message is transmitted. Dakini awakens the ability of intuition and gives a sudden insight. Otherwise, spiritual practices will be lethargic and too intellectual, Buddhists say.
One of the clearest examples of active change brought to life by Dakini is the life story of India’s famous Buddhist teacher Naropa.
Naropa was an outstanding scientist at the famous University of Nalanda. One day, while reading a treatise on logic, he saw a shadow fall on the page. He turned around and found an old disgusting looking woman standing behind him. She asked if he understood the meaning of what he was reading. When he answered that he had understood, the old woman became angry and said that he had understood only the words, but the meaning eluded him. After that, she disappeared in a rainbow glow, and Naropa went to look for true insight outside the monastery walls. He spent several years searching, and his teacher Tilopa avoided meeting with him, because Naropa had to overcome all prejudices in himself. The teacher confronted him with situations that he had previously studied intellectually, thereby proving a lack of true understanding. Gradually, as a result of personal experiences and trials, Naropa learned what he read in books.
April 7th is the birthday of popular movie actor Jackie Chan. Jackie Chan has become a role model for many people around the world.
May 5-7, a course “Heat Illnesses”: diagnosis and treatment according to the 3rd Tantra of the classic canon of Tibetan medicine “rGyud bZhi”. As a part of a 4-year study program of the International Academy of Traditional Tibetan Medicine.
May 8, a course: "Tummo yoga", "Yoga of Inner Fire" according to the teachings of Yuthok Nyingthig. As a part of a 4-year study program of the International Academy of Traditional Tibetan Medicine.
May 9-10, a course: "KARMAMUDRA", "Yoga of Love" according to the teachings of Yut Nintek. As a part of a 4-year study program of the International Academy of Traditional Tibetan Medicine.
May 22-24, “Ukrainian Federation of Wingchun kungfu/Jeetkunedo” conducted a training seminar in Rivne. The seminar was held under the leadership of Andrii Kuzmin and Georgii Kuzmin. The seminar was held according to the plan and training program.
During the seminar, according to the training plan, the elements of Chisao were studied.
A lot of attention was paid to the study of the "Paired 108" complex from Yuen Chai Wan Wingchun.
At the end of the seminar, all participants received certificates.
June 21-28, teachings by Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche.
Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche was born in India at dawn on October 15, 1968, on the tenth day of the sixth lunar month of the earth monkey year, which is celebrated as the anniversary of the Guru Rinpoche birth. He is the son of the glorified Terton, or a revealer of spiritual treasures, His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche, holder of the transmission line of the Ripa teachings. His mother, Kandro Chimed Dolkar, also descends from a noble Bhutanese family.
Kyabje Chatral Rinpoche told Jigme Rinpoche that he is “the son of a father like a tiger and a mother like a leopard”. Dungse Tenzin Nyima Rinpoche, Semo Sonam Peldzom, Semo Pema Dechen, Semo Sonam Palmo, Dungse Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurme and Khandro Tseyang Palmo also belong to the Ripa lineage.
Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche is the holder of two spiritual transmission lines. He was born in the family of the Ripa lineage transmission line, which is thus his hereditary line (Tib. “Danjud”), which Rinpoche will continue to hold.
- Smoke offering (sang) to Gesar - this practice is effective in achieving luck and receiving protection. It helps to create the necessary conditions for the realization of intentions and removes all kinds of obstacles on the Path.
- Shine meditation – “The only way to know your mind and achieve wisdom is meditation. In peace, in space, in silence, answers can come. Wisdom and insight will wash away all problems. Transformation occurs in silence” Gietrul Jigme Rinpoche.
- Ngöndro practices - these practices are aimed at cleansing (of our perception, body, negative karma, etc.), accumulating positive potential for change for the better, and receiving blessings for revealing our enlightened potential.
- The Practice of Medicine Buddha - the Practice is aimed both at achieving a temporary result, alleviating emotional and physical suffering, recovery, and at the absolute goal - complete relief from the sufferings and their causes.
- The practice of Marme Monlam is the practice of offering lamps to the dead. Jigme Rinpoche recommended doing this practice to the dead in order to alleviate their suffering at the time of death and to have a happier rebirth in the future.
- The practice of Gesar Dralha is an extremely powerful practice that helps to pacify obstacles and demonic forces, to attract luck, fame and wealth for the realization of spiritual and worldly goals. These teachings have great power and are designed to practice in our time.
- Blessing of children - within the framework of each retreat, Rinpoche separately holds the ceremony of blessing children. A great opportunity to bestow upon your children the blessing from the realized Master.
- Personal audiences - an opportunity to ask Rinpoche questions of interest individually. This is a great opportunity to get all the necessary answers from the lips of the realized Master.
June 24, “Ukrainian Federation of Wingchun kungfu/Jeetkunedo” conducted a training seminar in Kyiv. The seminar was held under the guidance of Andrii Kuzmin. The seminar was held according to the plan and training program.
August 16, “Ukrainian Federation of Wingchun kungfu/Jeetkunedo” conducted the 1st part of the training seminar. The seminar was held under the leadership of Andrii Kuzmin and Georgii Kuzmin. The seminar was held according to the plan and training program:
- Siu Lim Tao;
- Chisao;
- Chum Kiu;
- "Paired 108" from the Vinh Xuan Pai direction of master Te Cong (the line of the masters Tien and Shin);
- Gekfat;
- The elements of the breathing techniques (qigong) in their cleansing, harmonizing and prophylactic aspects were reviewed;
- Wingchun Qigong.
September 12-13, “Ukrainian Federation of Wingchun kungfu/Jeetkunedo” conducted the 2nd part of the training seminar. The seminar was held under the leadership of Andrii Kuzmin and Georgii Kuzmin. The seminar was held according to the plan and training program:
- Siu Lim Tao;
- Chisao;
- Chum Kiu;
- "Paired 108" from the Vinh Xuan Pai direction of master Te Cong (the line of the masters Tien and Shin);
- Gekfat;
- The elements of the breathing techniques (qigong) in their cleansing, harmonizing and prophylactic aspects were reviewed;
- Wingchun Qigong;
- Meditation (Shine);
An extensive course on Traditional Tibetan Medicine within the framework of the International Academy of Traditional Tibetan Medicine.
The rector of the Academy - Dr. Nida Chenagtsang (Tibet).
Retreat program:
Dalai Lama XIV positively assessed the activities of the Academy of Tibetan Medicine, and approved the educational materials used for teaching students of the Academy. Pictured: Rector of the Academy Dr. Nida demonstrates to the Dalai Lama a set of posters with dots for bleeding, cauterization and Tibetan acupuncture.
September 3, a course on 2nd level of Kunye Tibetan Massage:
September 27-29:
- Concise Guru Yoga;
- Yuthok practice of long life;
- Bumpachen.
September 30 – October 1: “Anatomy of the Subtle Body”.
- The teaching about of channels, chakras and bindu.
- Lung, Tilung and Wang for the secret text of the Third Karmapa “Profound inner meaning” (Tib. Zab mo nang don).
October 3-4: Mantra Treatment in Traditional Tibetan Medicine.
October 5-9: “Materia Medica” in Traditional Tibetan Medicine – “The Doctrine of Herbs, Minerals and Raw Materials of Animal Origin” used in the preparation of Tibetan medicines. Course on Tibetan pharmacology.
October 17: Practice of Medicine Buddha – “Nectar Drop”. Lung, tilung and wang. Initiations given by Lama Sangye.
November 25-29, MEDICINE BUDDHA RETREAT. Teachings by Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche.
- November 26 (9:30-10:30 a.m.), Lasang. Smoke offering (sang) to Gesar - this practice is effective in achieving luck and receiving protection. It helps to create the necessary conditions for the realization of intentions and removes all kinds of obstacles on the Path.
- The Practice of Medicine Buddha - the Practice is aimed both at achieving a temporary result, alleviating emotional and physical suffering, recovery, and at the absolute goal - complete relief from the sufferings and their causes.
- Gesar Dralha The practice of Marme Monlam is the practice of offering lamps to the dead. Jigme Rinpoche recommended doing this practice to the dead in order to alleviate their suffering at the time of death and to have a happier rebirth in the future.
- Wang for Medicine Buddha practice. After the transmission of Wang, transmission of Lung for various practices. Tsog, upon completion of Wang and Lung transmission.
- Blessing of children - within the framework of each retreat, Rinpoche separately holds the ceremony of blessing children. A great opportunity to bestow upon your children the blessing from the realized Master.
- Personal audiences - an opportunity to ask Rinpoche questions of interest individually. This is a great opportunity to get all the necessary answers from the lips of the realized Master.
December 3-4, the teachings of Gesar Dralha - the enlightened warrior and the king of Ling, are bestowed by Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche – a highly realized master of meditation, tulku, the holder of two transmission lines. The practice of Gesar Dralha is an extremely powerful practice that helps to pacify obstacles and demonic forces, to attract luck, fame and wealth for the realization of spiritual and worldly goals. These teachings have great power and are designed to practice in our time.
Gesar is a historical person, an enlightened Tibetan ruler who lived in the 10th century. The path of the warrior is devoted to how to learn to control the world by controlling yourself. The first step on this path is to establish a connection with your own heart. A warrior's vision leads us to happiness, triumph and wealth.
December 12-13, “Ukrainian Federation of Wingchun kungfu/Jeetkunedo” conducted a training seminar in Kyiv. The seminar was held under the leadership of Andrii Kuzmin and Georgii Kuzmin. The seminar was held according to the plan and training program:
- Siu Lim Tao;
- Chisao;
- Chum Kiu;
- "Paired 108" from the Vinh Xuan Pai direction of master Te Cong (the line of the masters Tien and Shin).
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