“Each of us has obtained a human existence. Its purpose is to enter the doorway of the Dharma, and for this it is necessary for our minds to turn toward the Dharma. In order for our minds to turn toward the Dharma, it is necessary to know the qualities of the three jewels and to develop convinced trust in them. This trust will not appear so long as we do not keep death and impermanence in mind. This is why we must begin by familiarizing ourselves with the impermanent nature of all things. The reminder of impermanence is born from understanding that it is difficult to find a human existence endowed with freedoms and wealths. The four common preliminary practices are the roots of practice.” (Translation of the preface of The Torch of Certain Meaning by Jamgon Kongtrul Lodrö Thaye). Over the course of these four days, H.E. Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche will introduce us to this work composed by his predecessor.
THE 4th JAMGON KONGTRUL RINPOCHE
Early Life and Recognition
Birth and Lineage
The 4th Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche, born on December 17, 1995, in Nepal, is the son of the 2nd Beru Khyentse Rinpoche, a revered master and lineage holder of the Karma Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. Born as foretold, his arrival was prophesied by the late Chobgye Trichen at the Great Manjushri’s Temple.
Recognition and Naming Ceremony
In 1996, the young Jamgon Rinpoche met the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje, who bestowed upon him the name Karma Mingyur Dragpa Senge Thinle Kunkhyab Pal Sangpo, confirming his recognition.
The 14th Dalai Lama conducted the hair-cutting ceremony a year later. Under the guidance of Beru Khyentse Rinpoche, the 14th Dalai Lama reaffirmed Jamgon Kongtrul as the reincarnation in 2000.
Education
Rinpoche’s early education included the Tibetan language and foundational practices of the Karma Kamtsang lineage.
During his teenage years, he studied at the Sakya Institute, known for its rigorous discipline and comprehensive curriculum.
Rinpoche received the three sets of complete vows: self-liberation, Mahayana and Vajrayana vows.
He delved into the study of significant Buddhist philosophies, achieving notable results in Madhyamika and Bodhicaryavatara.
Rinpoche received transmissions and empowerments from eminent lineage masters, including the Chenrezig initiation from Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje, Hevajra from His Holiness Kyabgon Gongma Trichen Rinpoche, and many other transmissions from different lineages.
Three-Year Retreat and Current Activities
In the period from 2018 to 2022, Rinpoche completed a traditional three-year retreat in Pharping.
As a lineage holder, he now divides his time between personal retreat and teaching activities.
In 2017, Rinpoche embarked on his first European tour, bestowing teachings and empowerments upon thousands of students in various European countries, such as France, Germany, Hungary and Poland.
European Tour and Global Outreach
Together with his father, Beru Khyentse Rinpoche, they lead the KhyenKong (Khyentse-Kongtrul) centers in Singapore, Budapest (Hungary) and Warsaw (Poland). Rinpoche has also expanded his activities online, offering more opportunities for students worldwide to attend teachings and receive transmissions from this highly realized master.
Source of the biography: https://jamgon-kongtrul.org/PRESENTATION/
Important information
Important
This retreat will continue the teachings that Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche began giving at Dhagpo Kundreul Ling from August 9 to 11. For more information, please visit the Dhagpo Kundreul Ling website.
Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche will confer the Amitayus initiation on Sunday afternoon, August 18.
It is essential to have taken refuge.
Registrations
This event is limited to 600 participants.
It is indispensable to register ahead in order to reserve your place for the teachings as well as meals if you plan to eat on site.
Those who have already registered for the “Clarity and Compassion” retreat from August 15 to 18 do not need to re-register; this includes your meal and accommodation reservations. The amounts paid will be automatically transferred to the Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoché retreat (session fees are also €23).
For those who wish to cancel their attendance due to the program change: please notify the reception by email as soon as possible so that we can process the refund.
Course Begins: Thursday, August 15 at 10:30 a.m
Registrations, here.
Traslation
This teaching is given in Tibetan and translated into French. If you wish to listen to this course in another language (English, German or Spanish), please complete this form prior to Thursday, August 1st
Meals
It is still possible to reserve meals.
Meals will be served hot at noon and in the evening; note: the number of evening meals is limited to 300. It might be hot, so remember to bring your water bottle!
Accommodation
We no longer have available accommodation.
We do not offer camping on-site.
For accommodation outside the center, here is a list of nearby accommodations (hotels, guesthouses, campsites, etc.)
Program
The detailed program, here.
Check the dates and locations of Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche’s European tour here.
Course Fee: 23€/day
Jamgon Kongtrul Lodro Thayé (1813-1899)
