Vidyaloke

8th - 10th December, 2019 | Antara, Purukul, Dehradun

8th - 10th December, 2019 | Antara, Purukul, Dehradun

8th - 10th December, 2019 | Antara, Purukul, Dehradun

8th - 10th December, 2019 | Antara, Purukul, Dehradun

Abiding within the Buddha nature

Indian Wisdom In The Modern World | By His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama | 12th August, 2018 by Vana Foundation

Courage And Compassion In The 21st Century | By His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama | 11th August, 2018 by Vana Foundation

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

The greatest gift of the compassionate Buddha Shakyamuni for beings on the Earth is two-fold – the wisdom of Emptiness and an unconditional love of Bodhicitta. All of the millions of ill experiences we go through in our life – such as dissatisfaction, fears, anxiety, depression, anguish, lamentation, grief and so forth – can all be subsumed under the category of fear albeit in different forms. If we really want to be fearless and counteract fear, the best possible means that exists in the universe is the wisdom of emptiness i.e seeing the interdependent nature of all phenomena.

Vidyaloke Talk on the Lotus Sūtra by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche 18th March, 2018 | New Delhi The Lotus Sūtra’s key message is that Buddha-nature is inherent in all sentient beings and all have the potential to achieve Buddhahood. The Lotus Sūtra is one of the most influential Mahāyāna Sūtras, most popular in east Asia and considered to be the culmination of the Buddha’s teachings. In the Lotus Sūtra, the Buddha expoundsthe nature of ultimate reality through many stories and parables.In the words of the great Zen Master Hakuin, “The ancient teachings illumine the mind, and the mind illumines the ancient teachings”. ||| Vidyaloke: The Buddha’s Wisdom in Contemporary India ||| Vidyaloke means wisdom and light. It’s aspiration is to inspire the study and practice of the Buddha’s paths to enlightenment. Not as a spiritual movement or philosophy – but as a facilitator to find one’s path amongst the 84000 paths taught by the Buddha. Through teachings, talks, interactions and virtual resources we aspire to provide shishyas the opportunity to study and learn from the greatest teachers of our time. Drawing from the teachings of the Buddha Shakyamuni and from sacred sutras and texts, we focus on wisdom that remains crucially relevant even after 2000 years. || The Vidyaloke Prayer || May the light in one’s mind grow steadily brighter, the darkness of unknowing be fearlessly removed. May the beauty of compassion find its place within, the mind’s horizon forever expanding. May this be my greatest prayer, that wisdom’s flame be kindled for all. A journey so irreversible may I find, till I reside simply in emptiness. Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org

Vidyaloke Teaching on the Vimalakīrti Sūtra by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche 16th – 17th March, 2018 | Day 2 “The Vimalakīrti Sūtra contains the very highest of high truths.It describes astonishingly effective methods for deconstructing anything and everything that is not the truth." —Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche ||| Vidyaloke: The Buddha’s Wisdom in Contemporary India ||| Vidyaloke means wisdom and light. It’s aspiration is to inspire the study and practice of the Buddha’s paths to enlightenment. Not as a spiritual movement or philosophy – but as a facilitator to find one’s path amongst the 84000 paths taught by the Buddha. Through teachings, talks, interactions and virtual resources we aspire to provide shishyas the opportunity to study and learn from the greatest teachers of our time. Drawing from the teachings of the Buddha Shakyamuni and from sacred sutras and texts, we focus on wisdom that remains crucially relevant even after 2000 years. || The Vidyaloke Prayer || May the light in one’s mind grow steadily brighter, the darkness of unknowing be fearlessly removed. May the beauty of compassion find its place within, the mind’s horizon forever expanding. May this be my greatest prayer, that wisdom’s flame be kindled for all. A journey so irreversible may I find, till I reside simply in emptiness. Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are — without exception — property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org

Vidyaloke Teaching on the Vimalakīrti Sūtra by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche 16th – 17th March, 2018 | Day 1 “The Vimalakīrti Sūtra contains the very highest of high truths.It describes astonishingly effective methods for deconstructing anything and everything that is not the truth." —Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche ||| Vidyaloke: The Buddha’s Wisdom in Contemporary India ||| Vidyaloke means wisdom and light. It’s aspiration is to inspire the study and practice of the Buddha’s paths to enlightenment. Not as a spiritual movement or philosophy – but as a facilitator to find one’s path amongst the 84000 paths taught by the Buddha. Through teachings, talks, interactions and virtual resources we aspire to provide shishyas the opportunity to study and learn from the greatest teachers of our time. Drawing from the teachings of the Buddha Shakyamuni and from sacred sutras and texts, we focus on wisdom that remains crucially relevant even after 2000 years. || The Vidyaloke Prayer || May the light in one’s mind grow steadily brighter, the darkness of unknowing be fearlessly removed. May the beauty of compassion find its place within, the mind’s horizon forever expanding. May this be my greatest prayer, that wisdom’s flame be kindled for all. A journey so irreversible may I find, till I reside simply in emptiness. Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are — without exception — property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org

Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche blessed us on 17th December by his Talk on 'Why the Prince left the Palace' — during an event of Siddhartha's Intent India and Vana Foundation in New Delhi. It was an enlightening Talk and captivating interaction for all of us in attendance. Team Vana Foundation is grateful to Rinpoche for blessing Vana Foundation and the guests that came to support us and be part of the celebrations to announce Siddhartha Festival 2018, ‘Lighting the Mahabodhi’ and releasing the books ‘Tails of Deer Park’ and ‘Best Food Forward’. Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org

This podcast captures the last session of the Vanavās with Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche at Vana and included Shishyas, Vanavasis and the Vana team. It took place in the Kila, a beautiful space that lies at the heart of Vana. In this session Rinpoche went deeper into aspects of wellness and spoke about the power of simply ‘knowing’, followed by questions from the audience about aspects and challenges of everyday life. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche is one of the most sublime and skillful Teachers of the Buddhadharma today and an invaluable treasure holder of India’s vast and deep wisdom. The breadth and depth of his knowledge, of cultural and philosophical traditions from India and beyond, make him a profoundly current and versatile Teacher. Without the slightest hesitation, Rinpoche says that he derives his wisdom and conviction from the Buddha Shakyamuni, that the Buddha’s life and what he revealed is immeasurably inspiring, and that devotion, study and practice of the Buddhadharma are priceless. Rinpoche's activities bring countless people closer to the truth and to the Buddha's wisdom. From his films to his books to a spectrum of initiatives, Rinpoche spares no moment to be of benefit to all beings. We are immensely grateful to Rinpoche for fitting this retreat into his intense schedule, a rare opportunity for new and aspiring Shishyas to be introduced to fundamental aspects of the Buddhadharma and how it relates to mundane life. Rinpoche taught on being in the present moment, material life, methods to practice, dreams and also death; even seasoned students were left elated after these precious days with Rinpoche. We thank Rinpoche with folded hands for his invaluable role in reviving Indian wisdom in contemporary India, especially that of the Prince of India – Siddhartha Gautama. www.vanafoundation.org.in For more information on Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche’s activities, please visit siddharthasintent.org Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org

This podcast captures Rinpoche’s session with the Vana Team on day 2 and the first session with Shishyas on day 3 of Vanavās with Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche at Vana. The interactive session covers aspects of learning, evolving, the guru-shishya relationship, being of service to others, meditation and the importance of contentment. With Shishyas, Rinpoche touches upon the important topics of Pramana (Buddhist logic), Abhidharma, Vinaya and enlightenment. The session concludes with a Q&A. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche is one of the most sublime and skillful Teachers of the Buddhadharma today and an invaluable treasure holder of India’s vast and deep wisdom. The breadth and depth of his knowledge, of cultural and philosophical traditions from India and beyond, make him a profoundly current and versatile Teacher. Without the slightest hesitation, Rinpoche says that he derives his wisdom and conviction from the Buddha Shakyamuni, that the Buddha’s life and what he revealed is immeasurably inspiring, and that devotion, study and practice of the Buddhadharma are priceless. Rinpoche's activities bring countless people closer to the truth and to the Buddha's wisdom. From his films to his books to a spectrum of initiatives, Rinpoche spares no moment to be of benefit to all beings. We are immensely grateful to Rinpoche for fitting this retreat into his intense schedule, a rare opportunity for new and aspiring Shishyas to be introduced to fundamental aspects of the Buddhadharma and how it relates to mundane life. Rinpoche taught on being in the present moment, material life, methods to practice, dreams and also death; even seasoned students were left elated after these precious days with Rinpoche. We thank Rinpoche with folded hands for his invaluable role in reviving Indian wisdom in contemporary India, especially that of the Prince of India – Siddhartha Gautama. www.vanafoundation.org.in For more information on Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche’s activities, please visit siddharthasintent.org Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org khyentserinpocherinpochegurudzongsarjamyangkhyentserinpochevanavasvanavanafoundationdehradunshortretreatspiritualwisdom

This podcast captures the second day's sessions from our retreat with Dzongsar Jamyang Khyenste Rinpoche at Vana. Rinpoche starts the session by talking about dhyan and other Indian and Buddhist practices including Zen Buddhism. Rinpoche goes on to speak about the essence of shamatha and vipassana in meditation and the importance of the word ‘no’ in finding the ultimate truth. Rinpoche also touches upon the topic of non-duality before concluding with questions from Shishyas. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche is one of the most sublime and skillful Teachers of the Buddhadharma today and an invaluable treasure holder of India’s vast and deep wisdom. The breadth and depth of his knowledge, of cultural and philosophical traditions from India and beyond, make him a profoundly current and versatile Teacher. Without the slightest hesitation, Rinpoche says that he derives his wisdom and conviction from the Buddha Shakyamuni, that the Buddha’s life and what he revealed is immeasurably inspiring, and that devotion, study and practice of the Buddhadharma are priceless. Rinpoche's activities bring countless people closer to the truth and to the Buddha's wisdom. From his films to his books to a spectrum of initiatives, Rinpoche spares no moment to be of benefit to all beings. We are immensely grateful to Rinpoche for fitting this retreat into his intense schedule, a rare opportunity for new and aspiring Shishyas to be introduced to fundamental aspects of the Buddhadharma and how it relates to mundane life. Rinpoche taught on being in the present moment, material life, methods to practice, dreams and also death; even seasoned students were left elated after these precious days with Rinpoche. We thank Rinpoche with folded hands for his invaluable role in reviving Indian wisdom in contemporary India, especially that of the Prince of India – Siddhartha Gautama. www.vanafoundation.org.in For more information on Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche’s activities, please visit siddharthasintent.org Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org khyentserinpocherinpochegurudzongsarjamyangkhyentserinpochevanavasvanavanafoundationdehradunshortretreatspiritualwisdom

This podcast captures the third and fourth sessions from day 1 of our retreat with Dzongsar Jamyang Khyenste Rinpoche at Vana. Rinpoche describes the followers and disciples of the Buddha Shakyamuni, including gandharvas, lamas, yogis and more. He touches upon the Mahayana and its important contribution to Buddhism which is followed by a Q&A with Shishyas. Rinpoche then continues to speak about different types of Buddhist practice and also about myths. The day concludes with a guided meditation session including a basic introduction to Bardo. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche is one of the most sublime and skillful Teachers of the Buddhadharma today and an invaluable treasure holder of India’s vast and deep wisdom. The breadth and depth of his knowledge, of cultural and philosophical traditions from India and beyond, make him a profoundly current and versatile Teacher. Without the slightest hesitation, Rinpoche says that he derives his wisdom and conviction from the Buddha Shakyamuni, that the Buddha’s life and what he revealed is immeasurably inspiring, and that devotion, study and practice of the Buddhadharma are priceless. Rinpoche's activities bring countless people closer to the truth and to the Buddha's wisdom. From his films to his books to a spectrum of initiatives, Rinpoche spares no moment to be of benefit to all beings. We are immensely grateful to Rinpoche for fitting this retreat into his intense schedule, a rare opportunity for new and aspiring Shishyas to be introduced to fundamental aspects of the Buddhadharma and how it relates to mundane life. Rinpoche taught on being in the present moment, material life, methods to practice, dreams and also death; even seasoned students were left elated after these precious days with Rinpoche. We thank Rinpoche with folded hands for his invaluable role in reviving Indian wisdom in contemporary India, especially that of the Prince of India – Siddhartha Gautama. www.vanafoundation.org.in For more information on Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche’s activities, please visit siddharthasintent.org Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org khyentserinpocherinpochegurudzongsarjamyangkhyentserinpochevanavasvanavanafoundationdehradunshortretreatspiritualwisdom Show less

This podcast captures the first and second sessions from day 1 of our retreat with Dzongsar Jamyang Khyenste Rinpoche at Vana. Here Rinpoche speaks of the concept of ‘retreat’ as a self-imposed physical and mental boundary. A practice that allows one to truly and yet simply experience being in the present. Rinpoche emphasises the importance of wellness and creative meditation practices, even Ikebana flower arranging, Haiku poetry and archery. He encourages the sangha to understand that meditation is a tool and says that even making bread can become a form of practice if so designed. The session concludes with a Q&A. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche is one of the most sublime and skillful Teachers of the Buddhadharma today and an invaluable treasure holder of India’s vast and deep wisdom. The breadth and depth of his knowledge, of cultural and philosophical traditions from India and beyond, make him a profoundly current and versatile Teacher. Without the slightest hesitation, Rinpoche says that he derives his wisdom and conviction from the Buddha Shakyamuni, that the Buddha’s life and what he revealed is immeasurably inspiring, and that devotion, study and practice of the Buddhadharma are priceless. Rinpoche's activities bring countless people closer to the truth and to the Buddha's wisdom. From his films to his books to a spectrum of initiatives, Rinpoche spares no moment to be of benefit to all beings. We are immensely grateful to Rinpoche for fitting this retreat into his intense schedule, a rare opportunity for new and aspiring Shishyas to be introduced to fundamental aspects of the Buddhadharma and how it relates to mundane life. Rinpoche taught on being in the present moment, material life, methods to practice, dreams and also death; even seasoned students were left elated after these precious days with Rinpoche. We thank Rinpoche with folded hands for his invaluable role in reviving Indian wisdom in contemporary India, especially that of the Prince of India – Siddhartha Gautama. www.vanafoundation.org.in For more information on Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche’s activities, please visit siddharthasintent.org Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org

This Teaching was a follow-up to the Teaching with Rinpoche at The Lodhi last year. This time Rinpoche began with elaborating on a few terminologies of Buddhism to help Shishyas understand the Teaching better. Rinpoche also spoke about the importance of being mindful and how meditation, discipline, ethics, morality are all generated from ‘mindfulness’. The Teaching concluded with an insightful question and answer session with Rinpoche. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche is one of the most sublime and skillful Teachers of the Buddhadharma today and an invaluable treasure holder of India’s vast and deep wisdom. The breadth and depth of his knowledge, of cultural and philosophical traditions from India and beyond, make him a profoundly current and versatile Teacher. Without the slightest hesitation, Rinpoche says that he derives his wisdom and conviction from the Buddha Shakyamuni, that the Buddha’s life and what he revealed is immeasurably inspiring, and that devotion, study and practice of the Buddhadharma are priceless. Rinpoche's activities bring countless people closer to the truth and to the Buddha's wisdom. From his films to his books to a spectrum of initiatives, Rinpoche spares no moment to be of benefit to all beings. We are immensely grateful to Rinpoche for fitting this retreat into his intense schedule, a rare opportunity for new and aspiring Shishyas to be introduced to fundamental aspects of the Buddhadharma and how it relates to mundane life. Rinpoche taught on being in the present moment, material life, methods to practice, dreams and also death; even seasoned students were left elated after these precious days with Rinpoche. We thank Rinpoche with folded hands for his invaluable role in reviving Indian wisdom in contemporary India, especially that of the Prince of India – Siddhartha Gautama. www.vanafoundation.org.in For more information on Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche’s activities, please visit siddharthasintent.org Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org

Review session on day 2 conducted by Venerable Geshe Lhakdor and Yangten Rinpoche reflecting on His Holiness' Teaching from that day.

Review session on day 2 conducted by Venerable Geshe Lhakdor and Yangten Rinpoche reflecting on His Holiness' Teaching from that day.

Phra Paisal Visalo | Teaching | 9th November, 2017 by Vana Foundation

Venerable Geshe Lhakdor blessed us with his profound wisdom on last Sunday, sharing inspiring insights into the four noble truths, the four misconceptions, the concept of samsara, mind, illusion and reality; the ways to achieve happiness and unconditional love; the importance of understanding impermanence and death; changing one's attitude to overcome suffering and improving the heart. We would like to express our immense gratitude to him and sincere appreciation to all our guests who participated in this Teaching and Interaction.

Vana organised an interaction with Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche in Delhi with an intimate group of young people. The talk was based on the iconic Wheel of Life and was most inspirational and thought provoking. Copyright © 2018 Siddhartha's Intent. All recordings of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche are – without exception - property of Siddhartha’s Intent and may not be distributed in any way shape or form without prior written consent from: recordings@siddharthasintent.org

Interactive talk on life, creativity, architecture and spirituality by award winning Taiwanese architect Kris Yao and Professor S Badrinarayanan, who has immense experience in architecture, interior design and allied industries. The talk was held at 2 Southend Lane, New Delhi on 30th September, 2017.

Teaching And Meditation by Drubgyud Tenzin Rinpoche on 14th August, 2017 at The Vana School | Vana, Dehradun, India

Teaching And Meditation by Drubgyud Tenzin Rinpoche on 13th August, 2017 at The Vana School | Vana, Dehradun, India

Vidyaloke's Public Talk by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama 10th December, 2017 | Somaiya Vidyavihar, Mumbai The Public Talk with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on 'Reviving Indian Wisdom in Contemporary India' was an enriching experience. His Holiness spoke about the importance of reviving the Indian wisdom tradition in today's world and encouraged Indians to take deeper interest in their ancient legacy. He also shared that the responsibility to reduce man made problem lies with all of us. He further reiterated that trust is the foundation of genuine friendship and friendship based on money and power is always temporary in nature. His Holiness also highlighted that India is the only nation who can combine modern education and technology with ancient Indian knowledge and tradition. We offer our deepest gratitude and respects to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama for provoking, enabling and guiding us to create and organise Vidyaloke. www.vidyaloke.in | www.vanafoundation.org.in www.instagram.com/vidyaloke | itunes.apple.com/in/podcast/vidyaloke Copyright © 2017 Vana Foundation. All rights reserved.

On 2nd day of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama’s Guru Shishya Teaching at Vidyaloke, Somaiya Vidyavihar, Mumbai, His Holiness shared that on the first turning of the wheel of the Dharma, the Buddha Shakyamuni gave the teaching on and The Four Noble Truths - a shared teaching between the Pali and Sanskrit traditions. The Four Noble Truths has become the foundation of the entire teaching of the Buddha. His Holiness further elaborated on selflessness of phenomena and person. The second turning of the Dharma wheel therefore proved that things have no intrinsic or essential existence in itself. His Holiness also touched upon ignorance, altruism, knowledge, reasoning and training of mind to understand emptiness and samsara. His Holiness is one of the greatest spiritual teachers alive today. He often reminds us, that the Buddha taught his students, bhikshus and followers that they must not accept his teachings out of faith or devotion but from a ground of understanding and conviction. To that effect, he also highlights the importance of using our intelligence to understand the true nature of reality and the destructive effect of our emotions; a method to break out of habitual mental patterns. As one of the greatest living scholars of India’s wisdom, he is also one of its greatest teachers and practitioners. Giving his precious time and energy to Vidyaloke so generously, his only aspiration is for us to study ancient Indian knowledge and to develop a mind that investigates, experiments and generates compassion for all beings. His Holiness places particular emphasis on the youth, and challenges them with the revival of Indian wisdom.

Vidyaloke's Guru Shishya Teaching | 8th December, 2017 | His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama | Somaiya Vidyavihar, Mumbai The first day of the Guru Shishya Teaching by His Holiness took place in Mumbai. In this Teaching, His Holiness imparts his knowledge to Vidyaloke Shishyas and shares with them that the most unique thing about human beings is their brain. He further highlights that Buddha Shakayamuni’s teachings are based on ancient knowledge about truth pertaining to appearances, deeper level of reality and impermanence. His Holiness further spoke about Nalanda masters, their texts and elaborated on the foundation of trust in friendship, compassion and the path to enlightenment. He further reiterated that modern education is not adequate on its own for developing compassion in human beings and in society and hence, there is a need to respect ancient Indian tradition of karuna and ahimsa. His Holiness also emphasised on the importance of studying the three Dharma wheels. He suggested that in order to understand altruism and reasoning, one can refer to chapter 6th and chapter 8th of the book ‘The Way of The Bodhisattva’ by Shantideva. His Holiness often speaks of our legacy of wisdom and the need for its revival, by Indians, especially young Indians. Once the home of the greatest teachers, yogis, scholars and students in the spiritual and intellectual world, His Holiness credits his own knowledge to India, all the way to the time of Buddha Shakyamuni.

Short Retreat at Vana | November 3rd to 6th, 2017 | Venerable Paisal Visalo We offer our deepest gratitude and respect to Phra Paisal Visalo for his valuable teaching and time during the Short Retreat. His Teachings on ‘Body and Mind’ and ‘The Home’ encouraged us to contemplate and delve into the intricacies of our inner self. The Yoga sessions, Walking Meditation and Noble Silence aimed at giving new experience to our being.

Short Retreat at Vana | November 3rd to 6th, 2017 | Venerable Paisal Visalo We offer our deepest gratitude and respect to Phra Paisal Visalo for his valuable teaching and time during the Short Retreat. His Teachings on ‘Body and Mind’ and ‘The Home’ encouraged us to contemplate and delve into the intricacies of our inner self. The Yoga sessions, Walking Meditation and Noble Silence aimed at giving new experience to our being.

Short Retreat at Vana | November 3rd to 6th, 2017 | Venerable Paisal Visalo We offer our deepest gratitude and respect to Phra Paisal Visalo for his valuable teaching and time during the Short Retreat. His Teachings on ‘Body and Mind’ and ‘The Home’ encouraged us to contemplate and delve into the intricacies of our inner self. The Yoga sessions, Walking Meditation and Noble Silence aimed at giving new experience to our being.

5th February, 2017 Talkatora Stadium, New Delhi Q&A session with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on Reviving Indian Wisdom in Contemporary India. www.vidyaloke.in

5th February, 2017 Talkatora Stadium, New Delhi Vidyaloke's Public Talk by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on Reviving Indian Wisdom in Contemporary India. www.vidyaloke.in

4th February, 2017, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi Q&A session with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on Day 2 of the Vidyaloke Private Teaching. www.vidyaloke.in

4th February, 2017, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama imparted his knowledge to Vidyaloke Shishyas on the three turnings of the Dharma Wheel and the danger of directly approaching Tantrayana. www.vidyaloke.in

4th February, 2017, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama imparted his knowledge to Vidyaloke Shishyas on the different schools of Buddhism and elaborated on Sunyata. www.vidyaloke.in

3rd February, 2017, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama imparted his knowledge to Vidyaloke Shishyas on the Buddha's Teachings and Madhyamika Philosophy. www.vidyaloke.in

3rd February, 2017, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, as Vidyaloke's first torchbearer, imparted his knowledge to Vidyaloke Shishyas on the Nalanda masters, their texts and Indian heritage. www.vidyaloke.in

3rd February, 2017, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi Q&A session with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on Day 1 of the Vidyaloke Private Teaching. www.vidyaloke.in

3rd February, 2017, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, as Vidyaloke's first torchbearer, imparted his knowledge to Vidyaloke Shishyas on Humanity's Plight, Confluence of East and West and Buddhism as Spiritual Science. www.vidyaloke.in