Entering the Heart of the Sun and the Moon

Book Talk and Dharma Teaching based on Entering the Heart of the Sun and the Moon, 2nd Edit., by Ngak'chang Rinpoche and Khandro Dechen.

The authors explore vajra-romance as the living application and dynamism of the Nyi-da Mélong – a Dzogchen tantra from the cycle of visionary teachings of the enigmatic Nyingma ‘treasure discoverer’ Khyungchen Aro Lingma. The Nyi-da Mélong opens the door to those who are inspired to integrate every aspect of human life with spiritual practice and puts to rest the myth that celibacy holds any demonstrable spiritual advantage. Sexuality is portrayed as the pervasive stratum of the senses and sense-fields – and as such, the lifeblood of the creative arts. Although this teaching is common in its essential form to all Vajrayana traditions, it has never before been extrapolated in such detail with regard to how it is lived within romantic relationships. Here we find a vivid presentation of the practice of the Nyida Mélong, characteristic of the milieu of the mahasiddhas. The authors discuss in profound depth the spiritual vivacity of falling in love, perceptual intimacy, vajra-romance, non-dual passion, liberated lust, and the poignant possibility of remaining in love forever.

Ngak'chang Rinpoche and Khandro Dechen are the Aro gTér Lineage Lamas and have specialised in expressing the Nyingma Inner Tantras, with an emphasis on incorporating practice in everyday life. Their enthusiasm for both the secular and religious Arts, inspired by Kyabyé Düd’jom Rinpoche, is central to what they teach. They address 21st Century society whilst remaining true to the ancient tradition in which they were trained by their Lamas.

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Sunday, November 24, 2024 12:00-1:30 pm PST