Chagdud Gonpa Amrita is the Seattle branch of Chagdud Gonpa Foundation. Since 1983, it has provided a place for beginning students and long-time practitioners to gather for teachings and practice in the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.
Chagdud Gonpa Foundation was established in 1983 by Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche to preserve Nyingma teachings and to provide instruction in the traditions of Vajrayana Buddhism, especially the arts, philosophy, and meditation practices.Lama Padma Yontan Gyatso (Richard Baldwin) began his formal Buddhist training in India in 1970 with the outstanding meditation master, the late Venerable Kalu Rinpoche.
Chagdud Gonpa Foundation was established in 1983 by Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche to preserve Nyingma teachings and to provide instruction in the traditions of Vajrayana Buddhism, especially the arts, philosophy, and meditation practices.Lama Padma Yontan Gyatso (Richard Baldwin) began his formal Buddhist training in India in 1970 with the outstanding meditation master, the late Venerable Kalu Rinpoche.
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Chagdud Gonpa Amrita is a Buddhist meditation center located in Edmonds, WA. Every Wednesday from 7:30PM to 9:00PM we have an Open Practice session and anyone who is interested may join us. No previous meditation experience or particular spiritual affiliation is necessary.
The traditional Buddhist practices we do are translated into English and found in our prayer book, Precious Echoes-Recitations for Awakening the Mind, copies of which are available at the center.Each week a senior Amrita member acts as a chant leader and timekeeper. Cushions or chairs are available for everyone and shoes are left outside the shrine room.
The traditional Buddhist practices we do are translated into English and found in our prayer book, Precious Echoes-Recitations for Awakening the Mind, copies of which are available at the center.Each week a senior Amrita member acts as a chant leader and timekeeper. Cushions or chairs are available for everyone and shoes are left outside the shrine room.
The Vajrayana approach is replete with many methods that purify negativity and gather wholesomeness. Among all these methods, it is said that the Tsok Offering is the most powerful. We at Amrita carryout the practice of Tsok several times each month as advised by our founder, His Eminence, the late Chagdud Rinpoche.
What is the meaning of butter lamp offerings? We do not offer the lamps because enlightened beings need to see them. Rather, the offering of light is a means of dispelling the darkness of our own ignorance, giving rise to clarity and wisdom. We offer them with the wish that their light will illuminate the lower realms and the bardo, assuaging the torment of beings who suffer in darkness.
Membership pledges directly support our ongoing operation costs, such as rent, utilities, and office expenses, as well as maintain a financial stability that allows us to offer our events at a low cost and provide a generous sponsorship program.
In becoming a member of Chagdud Gonpa Amrita, you automatically become a member of Chagdud Gonpa Foundation and become part of the spiritual activities of the Chagdud Gonpa centers throughout North and South America and Asia.In addition to the merit of supporting the Buddhadharma, you will enjoy a members discount at Amrita events and 10% discount on purchases from Tibetan Treasures.
In becoming a member of Chagdud Gonpa Amrita, you automatically become a member of Chagdud Gonpa Foundation and become part of the spiritual activities of the Chagdud Gonpa centers throughout North and South America and Asia.In addition to the merit of supporting the Buddhadharma, you will enjoy a members discount at Amrita events and 10% discount on purchases from Tibetan Treasures.
His Emininence Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche, a highly realized meditation master, artist, and Tibetan physician, was born in Eastern Tibet in 1930. Abbot of the 12th century Chagdud Gonpa monastery, Rinpoche received extensive instructions in all aspects of Tibetan Buddhism, completed two three-year retreats, and studied with some of the greatest Vajrayana masters of his time.
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Tim McCorkle
Nov 24, 2014
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The wonderful volunteers who made me feel welcome when I first walked through the door to Lama Padma who helped me follow the path through the darkest time in my life. I owe the greatest respect and admiration. Please visit and enjoy all of the blessings you will receive form this wonderful Sangha.
OM MANI PADME HUM!
OM MANI PADME HUM!
