Siddhartha's Intent

Rinpoche give us advice on protecting our Dharma practice and avoiding embarrassment on social medias.

Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche's newest book, Not For Happiness: A Guide to the So-called Preliminary Practises (Shambhala Publications, 2012), is now available as a preview eBook.

Rumor has it that I am going to Bodhgaya and Sikkim for some drupchens and prayers. You should all know that everything is very much up in the air. Who knows what will happen between now and then. Read more

Siddhartha's Intent and Khyentse Foundation jointly announce that a preview of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche's advice, What to do at India's Buddhist Holy Sites, is available as a free PDF download upon formal request. Please note: the book has been revised on January 13, 2010--please download the updated version.

"The aim of all Buddhist practice is to catch a glimpse of the awakened state. Going on pilgrimage, soaking up the sacred atmosphere of holy places and mingling with other pilgrims are simply different ways of trying to achieve that glimpse." Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche

Following the success of the first European Dharma Gar, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche will guide the first North American Dharma Gar, or Dharma camp, starting Losar, February 14, 2010. This 3-year-retreat practice program is designed for practitioners who want to commit themselves to dharma practice and still have a work, family, and social life.

Application deadline is now January 31, 2010.