2023 Summer Course: Understanding the Three Jewels with Mipham Rinpoche
Rinpoche gives 7 day teachings on Mipham Rinpoche’s commentary, “Inexhaustible Auspiciousness”
The Sutra of Recollection of the Three Jewels (Ratnakuta Sutra) is a profound and essential Buddhist text that guides us to fully understand the Three Jewels: Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. The Three Jewels are the essence of all sutra, tantra, and dzogchen. All teachings arise from the Three Jewels and ultimately dissolve back into them. As Buddha Shakyamuni himself proclaimed, merely hearing about the Three Jewels can prevent rebirth in the lower realms, while those who genuinely contemplate and practice their teachings will find a path to the island of liberation. This sutra is therefore a powerful tool to help us recognize the precious opportunity of human life.
During this special teaching series, Rinpoche will be giving commentary on Mipham Rinpoche’s “Inexhaustible Auspiciousness,” a renowned commentary that delves deep into the meaning and significance of the Sutra of Recollection of the Three Jewels. It is especially auspicious to receive teachings on the Three Jewels on Chokhor Duchen, the celebration of the Buddha’s first turning of the wheel of Dharma.
Course schedule
Friday, July 21st to Friday, July 28th, 16:00 – 19:00 each day.
For this course, it will also be possible to join the teachings online.
Participation
Location: Danakosha Ling, Forssantie 37, 31600 Jokioinen, Finland.
For online participants, a Zoom link will be sent a few days before the event.
Teaching fee (same for online or in-person participants): 310€, or 230€ reduced price for Danakosha members, students, and the unemployed.
Accommodations
Staying in a dorm room for the entire retreat is 210€, or 154€ with discount. (A dorm room at Danakosha Ling is 30 € per night / 22 € per night, reduced price).
You may also bring your own tent and stay on Danakosha grounds for a total of 50€ for the entire week.
Food: Meals are 15 € per day.
You can also arrange for yourself an alternative place to stay and eat.
Payment
To reserve your spot, please make sure to transfer the full fee for the week’s teachings, accommodations and meals before July 6th to the following account:
Account name: Danakosha Ling
IBAN: FI98 5080 0620 0969 19
BIC/SWIFT: OKOYFIHH
Reference number: 1627
Bank name: Jokioisten Osuuspankki
Bank address: Keskuskatu 12, 31600 Jokioinen, Finland
Please register here by July 1st, 2023.
About Mipham Rinpoche
Mipham Rinpoche (1846-1912) was one of the greatest masters of the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism known for his exceptional scholarship and mastery of meditation. His writings on various Buddhist subjects were highly regarded by his contemporaries and later generations. With a deep respect and devotion to the great masters of many Buddhist traditions, Mipham Rinpoche cultivated a Rimé (nonsectarian approach) to the teachings, skillfully weaving together the threads of diverse paths through his own meditation practice. One of his most significant contributions was his ability to articulate the logical and rational basis for Dzogchen, a profound and advanced teaching that goes beyond ordinary logic and concepts. Mipham Rinpoche preserved and disseminated the profound wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism, writing over 30 volumes of teachings on a wide array of subjects including including poetry, Madhyamaka, medicine, and tantra.
Cultivating a Strong Faith in the Three Jewels
During this 7 day teaching, Participants will have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the Three Jewels and how they serve as the foundation of the Buddhist path. Rinpoche’s teachings will provide guidance on how to cultivate a strong and unwavering faith in the Three Jewels, which is crucial for attaining true spiritual realization. By gaining a deeper understanding of the Sutra of Recollection, participants will learn how to develop a powerful connection to the Three Jewels, which will serve as a source of inspiration and guidance throughout their spiritual journey.
The Essence of the Buddhist Teachings
In our modern, fast-paced world, it can be challenging to dedicate time and effort to studying the intricate details of the Dharma. However, if we neglect the essence of the teachings, the peripheral branches lose their meaning and purpose. With this in mind, we have designed this year’s summer course to focus on the most crucial aspect of the Buddha’s teachings, the Ratnaketu Sutra, as the root text.These teachings will be an invaluable opportunity for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the Buddhist path and to gain practical guidance for developing a strong and unshakable faith in the Three Jewels. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a master teacher and to gain insights that will benefit you for a lifetime.
Sponsorship and Donations
Sponsoring these teachings is a wonderful way to support the continuation of the precious teachings of the Buddha and to create the causes for personal and collective benefits. It also helps to support the teacher and the organization in their efforts to make these teachings available to a wider audience. If you would like to make a donation to support these teachings, please visit this page for more information on how to do so in compliance with Finnish law. Kindly note that attendees will need to register for the teachings.
