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Mandala BLISSFULRAYSOFTHEMANDALAINTHESERVICEOFOTHERS Mandala BLISSFUL RAYS OF THE MANDALA IN THE SERVICE OF OTHERS JULY - SEPTEMBERfpm 2011 t Retreat of a Lifetime with Lama Zopa Rinpoche When the Guru Manifests a Stroke THEOFFICIALPUBLICATIONOFTHEFOUNDATIONFORTHEPRESERVATIONOFTHEMAHAYANATRADITION M Wisdom Publications Newfrom our founder, Lama Yeshe When the Chocolate Runs Out Lama Yeshe 9780861712694 | 176 pages | $9.95 eBook 9780861718795 To know Lama was to know he loved chocolate! It was his favorite metaphor to epitomize our attachments. his funny and trenchant little volume answers the question of how we can be happy even after the “chocolate” has run out. By cutting the cords of attachment, we dis- Tcover the indestructible happiness that has always been available to us. This beautiful little book captures the remarkable personality of Lama, who played an integral role in introducing Tibetan Buddhism to the world. When the Chocolate Runs Out will delight both readers who have known Lama Yeshe for decades and those who have never met this timelessly inspiring spiritual teacher. This little book of wisdom is a perfect companion to How to Be Happy by Lama Zopa Rinpoche Newfrom Kirti Tsenshap Rinpoche Principles of Buddhist Tantra Kirti Tsenshap Rinpoche Translated by Ian Coghlan and Voula Zarpani 9780861712977 | 496 pages | $24.95 eBook ISBN 9780861716883 evered as a teacher by even the Dalai Lama, Kirti Tsenshap Rinpoche was known as a master of Buddhist tantra. Originally delivered at Vajrapani Institute, the teach- R ings comment on a nineteenth-century introduction to tantra, Tantric Grounds and Paths, by the Mongolian lama Losang Palden. Kirti Tsenshap Rinpoche explains the distinctive features of the four classes of tantra—action tantra, performance tantra, yoga tantra, and highest yoga tantra—by describing the way one progresses through their paths and levels. Finally, he gives a special treatment of the unique methods of Kalachakra tantra, which is regularly taught around the globe by the Dalai Lama. ORDER DIRECT AND SAVE: WISDOMPUBS.ORG, 1-800-272-4050 Newfrom His Holiness Sakya Trizin Freeing the Heart and Mind Part One: Introduction to the Buddhist Path Sakya Trizin ISBN 9780861716388 | 184 pages | $15.95 eBook ISBN 9780861716142 is Holiness Sakya Trizin presents the timeless wisdom of the Buddhist path— from the Four Noble Truths to developing a heart of true compassion. Freeing the HHeart and Mind is a beautiful introduction to Buddhism from one of Tibet’s most renowned figures. Freeing the Heart and Mind also includes a biography of the Indian saint and Sakya fore- father Virupa as well as the classic Sakya teaching on “parting from the four attachments.” The release of Freeing the Heart and Mind coincides with His Holiness Sakya Trizin’s current world tour. Newfrom the Dalai Lama Meditation on the Nature of Mind Le Dalai Lama Khöntön Peljor Lhündrub José Ignacio Cabezón ISBN 9780861716289 | 232 pages | $16.95 eBook ISBN 9780861716296 nderstanding of the mind’s nature is at the core of Buddhism, the key to success in meditation and to the profound insights at the heart of the Buddha’s path. Le Utext at the center of this book, the “Wish-FulNlling Jewel of the Oral Tradition” by the Tibetan scholar Khöntön Peljor Lhündrub (1561–1637), combines both theory and practical instructions for meditating on the nature of mind. Le work is easily accessible and nonsectarian in its approach. His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s broad-ranging overview of this important text in the Nrst part of this book insightfully distills some of the most central themes of Buddhism, and includes an illuminating explanation of the mind according to the diMerent schools of Tibetan Buddhism. Free shipping available. Visit wisdompubs.org to sign up for the monthly e-newsletter to learn of new releases. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Wisdom Publications HEART ADVICE: THE BODHISATTVA ATTITUDE edited by sarah thresher FREE is book comprises several motivations taught by Lama Zopa Rinpoche called “bodhicitta motivations for life,” intended for us to use rst thing every morning to generate the mind of bodhicitta and dedicate our life to numberless sentient beings. e Bodhisattva Attitude is taken from the sutra teachings of the Buddha and is based on verses by the great bodhisattva Shantideva in his Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life. New DVDs! Our new DVDs contain video of the teachings found in our books Freedom rough Understanding and Life, Death and A er Death. Special for one month only, both sets for . 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LAMAYESHE.COM Mandala fpmt CONTENTS 6 FROM THE EDITORS 36 TAKING CARE OF OTHERS 8 TEACHINGS AND ADVICE 40 TAKING CARE OF THE SELF COVER FEATURE 46 YOUR COMMUNITY 12 THE RETREAT OF A LIFETIME: GURU DEVOTION IN AUSTRALIA 54 FPMT NEWS AROUND WITH LAMA ZOPA RINPOCHE THE WORLD 13 26 PRACTICING DHARMA 64 FEATURED CENTERS IN DAILY LIFE 67 FPMT DIRECTORY 30 EDUCATION ONLINE EXCLUSIVE HIGHLIGHTS Mandala publishes EXCLUSIVE ONLINE articles to supplement our print publication. Each issue features several articles available only 21 online! The July-September 2011 issue includes … The Dissatisfied Mind of Desire Protection from Radiation By Lama Zopa Rinpoche Morning Intention and Breath Leading with the Mind Counting with Children of a Servant By Pam Cayton By Lama Zopa Rinpoche Hurray! Practices to Control Earthquakes By Sarah Shifferd 22 and the Four Elements … and much more! JULY-SEPTEMBER 2011 ISSUE 52 MANDALA (ISSN10754113) is published quarterly by FPMT Inc, 1632 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97214-4702, USA. Printed by Journal Graphics, Portland, Oregon, USA. Periodicals postage paid at Portland OR. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Mandala, 1632 SE 11th Ave, Portland OR 97214-4702 COVER: Lama Zopa Rinpoche in California, USA, February 2011. Photo by Dionne Wilson. www.mandalamagazine.org www.fpmt.org 44 July - September 2011 MANDALA 5 From the EDITORS DEAR READER, s a community, FPMT is intimately connected. We dedicate this issue – not just in terms of content, For most of us, that connection is most clearly but in terms of essence – to Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s long and identifiable through our devotion to and respect healthy life, so he may continue to guide us, as he always Afor Lama Zopa Rinpoche, the organization’s has, by his perfect example. In the following pages, we offer precious spiritual director. On April 23, the worldwide you a glimpse into the retreat in Australia (page 12) and an community received news that Rinpoche had manifested overview of Rinpoche’s health as it unfolded over the first the symptoms of a stroke the day prior while leading a critical weeks (page 20) as well as teachings and advice about month-long retreat in Bendigo, Australia. A collective relating to the guru when he manifests illness. whirlwind effort of prayers, pujas, practices ensued and all Additionally, you’ll find our regular feature articles variety of service was offered and dedicated to Rinpoche’s focusing on well-being, as well as news and updates from immediate recovery. From the hospital, while suffering FPMT students, centers, projects and services around the from paralysis and slurred speech, Rinpoche demonstrated world. This issue’s online content is rich and diverse so through his actions and words, as he does again and please do visit www.mandalamagazine.org to take full again, how to transform problems into happiness, how advantage of all that is offered. to continue to practice in the face of obstacles, how to Please take your time and ENJOY! never give up, no matter what the karmic projections are Your Friends from Mandala, bringing into view. Carina, Laura and Michael ABOUT MANDALA Mandala is the official publica- Friends of FPMT is a donor program composed of Friends working tion of the Foundation for the together to support FPMT’s global activities. Preservation of the Mahayana To learn about Friends of FPMT levels and benefits, contact us or Tradition (FPMT), an interna- visit: www.fpmt.org/friends tional charitable organization Mandala is published in January, April, July and October. founded more than thirty years Mandala eZine is published in February, May, August and December. ago by two Tibetan Buddhist masters: Lama Thubten Yeshe Managing Editor and Publisher Tel: 1 503 808 1588 (1935-1984) and Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche. FPMT is now a vibrant Carina Rumrill Fax: 1 503 232 0557 Toll free USA only international community with a network of over 150 affiliate centers, [email protected] 1 866 241 9886 projects, services and study groups in more than thirty countries. Editor Laura Miller FPMT Board of Directors Editorial Policy [email protected] Spiritual Director Lama Zopa Rinpoche Recurring topics include: Buddhist philosophy; Education; Ordination Assistant Editor, Advertising & Sales and the Sangha; Buddhism and Modern Life; Youth Issues; FPMT Michael Jolliffe Board Members Activities Worldwide; Lama Yeshe and his teachings; Lama Zopa Rinpoche [email protected] Khenrinpoche Geshe Lhundrup and his teachings; His Holiness the Dalai Lama and his teachings, among Ven. Roger Kunsang many other topics. Art Director Ven.
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