An Annual Celebration

Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche describes Nyingma Summer Seminar as our “Thanksgiving,” when we gather as a community to deepen our understanding  of the teachings and refresh our commitment to attaining enlightenment for the benefit of others. NSS will be virtual this year, taking place over three weekends in July.

The Three Yanas of Tibetan Buddhism

The Hinayana, Mahayana, and Vajrayana flow together as one path but represent distinct stages of awareness. In the Hinayana we discuss topics such as the transitoriness of life, which inspires us to make practice our essential priority. In the Mahayana, we explore how we and others are the same in our wish for happiness and desire to avoid suffering, which inspires us to dissolve our self-centeredness and develop a soft an open heart toward others. In the Vajrayana, we discover the power of devotion to deepen our path and follow in the foot steps of the lineage masters. Together these three yanas follow the logic of the Four Noble Truths, the Buddha’s crystal clear observation of how samsara works, and that there is a path to liberation.

Our Teachers

With unflinching candor, deep appreciation, and the passion of bodhicitta, Kongtrul Rinpoche, Dungse Jampal Norbu, and Elizabeth Mattis-Namgyel present different aspects of the three-yana path during this three-weekend program. The first weekend is devoted to the Hinayana, the second to the Mahayana, and the third to the Vajrayana.

We are delighted to also welcome special guest teacher, Ani Pema Chodron, who generously donates the proceeds of her talk to support Mangala Shri Bhuti. Please note the special livestream fundraiser with Pema Chödrön is a separate registration. More information on the Pema Chödrön talk here. >>

NSS is Free of Charge

As the pandemic continues to creates instability in the lives of many, Mangala Shri Bhuti will once again offer for NSS for free. We welcome you to make a donation. For donations of $250 or more, you will automatically receive a confirmation at the end of the year for tax purposes. Everyone is warmly invited to participate regardless of financial situation and take solace and find inspiration from the Buddhadharma in this challenging time.

Traditionally, the revenue generated by NSS supports the activity of Mangala Shri Bhuti’s teachers, centers, and the overall operations of the organization. There will be an avenue to make a donation as you register for the event within your ability at this time.

We look forward to the opportunity to gather virtually, listen and discuss the dharma, and find new ways to enjoy each other’s company