Namaste, Tashi delek, Kia ora, Kuzuzangpo la and welcome to Dhongak Tharling International
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~Tibetan Buddhist Vajrayana and Dzogchen Teachings based on the Nyingmapa lineage from Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche of the Sherpa Tribe in the Everest region of Nepal~
Many thanks and gratitude to Katie Teague for lovingly preparing this beautiful video of Tolu Tharling Monastery π
Many thanks and gratitude to Lisa for lovingly preparing this slideshow for Tolu Tharling Monastery with beautiful Photographs taken by Katie Teagueπ
Tolu Tharling Monastery Preservation Project 2023
The Crystal and the Peacock Feather which symbolize Dzogchen Teachings, Trekcho and Togal π¦
Many thanks and gratitude to Nadia Thorn who helped to prepare the Tolu Tharling Preservation Appeal documents back in 2019 π
The Konchok Chidu Refuge tree
The Enthronement of Ingmar (Lama Pema Dechen) Mississippi.
The Enthronement of Sergio (Lama Ngawang Tenzin) at Dhongak Tharling New Orleans in 2023 π
The Enthronement of Ron (Lama Ngawang Rangdrol) at Raupo Bay π
Rinpoches precious Parents π
~Monthly Pujas~
We will hold monthly Pujas on auspicious dates
Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche visits Melbourne for the 1st time π
Weekend Retreat/Teachings at Lama Ngawang Rangdrol and Antonias place at Raupo Bay to commemorate the Parinirvana of Rinpoches precious Father, Kyabje Kyaprok Tulku Ngawang Tenzin Chhothar Rinpoche π
Tolu Tharling Monastery
Everest region of Nepal.
Precious Teachers πππΏ
Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche is from the Sherpa tribe and comes from Tolu Tharling Monastery in the Everest region of Nepal.
Rinpoche is a Nyingma/Rime Dzogchen (non-sectarian) lineage holder of the combined lineages of Nyang Tingzin Zangpo, Rigzin Jyatson Nyingpo, Rigzin Godem, Rigzin Dhudhul Dorje, Rigzin Long Salnyingpo, Rigdzin Tshewang Norbu (Kathok), Rigdzin Chhoky Wangchhuk (Kirung), Nyala Pema Dundul, Dorje Lingpa, Ratna Lingpa, Pema Lingpa, Karma Lingpa and Rigzin Terdak Lingpa etc.
1: NYINGMA KAMA
(Distant oral transmission lineage (long)
2: TERMA
(Short direct treasure lineage)
3: DAG NANG (pure vision)
(Another form of transmission)
Rinpoches main Teachers include;
H.H Kushok Mangdhen Rinpoche of Charok
H.H Kyabrok Tulku Ngawang Tenzin Chhothar Rinpoche (Father of Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche)
H.H Dudjom Rinpoche
H.H Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche
H.H Kathok Moktsa Rinpoche
H.H Chatral Rinpoche
H.H Dodrupchen Rinpoche
Kushok Tulku Rinpoche
H.H Trulshik Rinpoche
Chogyal Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche
Precious Teachers Photographs π
Photographs of our precious Teacher, Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche π
Long life Prayer lovingly and beautifully written for Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche written by Stephen Comee (Yeshe Zangpo) at the request of Isobel Baxter (Sherab Chhodron Wangmo) for Rinpoche and for all of his Students to recite. With much love and gratitude for all that you do and have done dearest Stephen π
Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche singing The Song of the Vajra as taught to him by Chogyal Namkhai Norbu
Stupas around the world built by Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche π
Rinpoche lived in Italy for approximately 5 years in the 1980s during which time he built a Stupa on the Merigar land in Toscana at the request of Chogyal Namkhai Norbu π
Rinpoche also built a Stupa in Upper State New York following a request from Lama Tsultrim Allione on her land there π
Rinpoche has also built Stupas in New Jersey, Jersey, USA. Madisonville, Louisiana, USA and Tolu Gompa, Nepal.
Isobels first Pilgrimage to Nepal in May and June 2023 in reverse order π
Maratika Cave. Guru Rinpoche day. June 2023.
Earth Treasure Vase Teachings and Tara Empowerment at The Christchurch Buddhist Centre, 4th of December 2022 . Thank you so much to the beautiful Erin and Sangha for so kindly hosting us there π
Community Projects
In 1997/1998 Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche saw the need for a School in the Tolu Tharling Monastery area so he built a completely new School which is about 2 hours walking distance from the Monastery to educate local Children. The area where the School is located is called Shardingma in the Sherpa language and it is called Nalidanda in Nepalese. It is in the Siddhicharan Municipality in ward #6 in the Okaldhungha district.
Rinpoche had been saving money for many years to learn better English but he felt that his english was good enough and that the Children needed a School more so he decided to build one close by so they would not have to walk for miles in dangerous conditions during monsoon season, crossing rivers and having to be wary of wild animals such as Bears who frequent the area. Rinpoche saw the local School as a much better and safer option for the local Mountain Children. It was named Tolu Gompa School and is still running today.
We will add Photographs of Tolu Gompa School later.
Rinpoche has also helped many other People in need over the years through education and financially. We hope to continue this work in the future π
Teachings at Lama Pema Dechen and Lama Ngawang Tenzins Home in Mississippi in 2023 π
~Please contact us~
For any enquiries or for further information and to be added to our mailing list, please fill out the form below or send us an email: dhongaktharlingnz@gmail.com
Isobel Baxter
Secretary
Dhongak Tharling Aotearoa
Te Motu, AomΔrama
(The Island of the world of light or the Island of Liberation)
Te Aomarama, ko te Whenua
The land of the world of light
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Long Life Empowerment in Εtautahi/Christchurch. Dhongak Tharling Aotearoas very first event! Thank you so much to the absolutely awesome Victoria Pomeroy of Flow Yoga for so generously hosting this most special Event in your beautiful newly opened Yoga Studio! Just magic. Also a special thanks to Therese who made a special trip to attend and to meet Rinpoche, it was wonderful π
A visit to the Kagyu Choeyang Ling Christchurch Buddhist Centre on 03.12.23
Locations π
Dhongak Tharling International
Tolu Tharling Monastery, Nepal
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
The day before Rinpoche left in July 2022 following his very 1st visit to Aotearoa he very kindly bestowed upon me the Refuge, Bodhichitta and Upasaka Vows along with lungs for the Shower of Blessings, Tara, Konchok Chidu and Shitro π
He had gifted me his Zen just before our 1st event and I was so shocked and happy I almost cried and for once I was actually speechless hehe...
I only wear my Zen for Teachings and sometimes I do wonder if I deserve it at all but for me it is an outward reflection of what is inside, although I don't believe that we need truly need robes or titles in order to display this, I am incredibly grateful always!
I am eternally grateful for the supreme kindness and patience of our most precious Teacher π
~Suggested Reading~
Lawudo Lama
Lady of the Lotus Born - The Life and Enlightenment of Yeshe Tsogyal
The Life and Visions of Yeshe Tsogyal
The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying - Sogyal Rinpoche
Living is Dying
Cave in the Snow
Across Many Mountains
Dragon Thunder
The Way of the Bodhisattva
Diamond Sutra
Born in Tibet
Glimpses of Abhidharma
Treasures from Juniper Ridge
Dakini Teachings
The Words of my Perfect Teacher
Advice from the Lotus Born
Mother of Knowledge
The Lives and Liberation of Princess Mandarava
Sky Dancer
Magic Dance
Love and Liberation - Sera Khandro
Inseparable Across Lifetimes
Brilliant Moon
About us πππΏ
Dhongak Tharling International has Buddhist Centres with various locations worldwide including New-Zealand, and New Orleans. We also have Tolu Tharling Monastery in the Everest region of Nepal. Our head Teacher, Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche offers various Teachings based on the Nyingmapa lineage but holds teachings from all four lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. Isobel Baxter is a Student of Rinpoches and the Secretary for Dhongak Tharling Aotearoa.
About Rinpoche through the eyes of a Student;
Rinpoche is a humble and down to earth Teacher. He is friendly and approchable, always has a smile and is ready for a laugh. Rinpoche only wears his robes for Teachings and prefers to be just like the rest of us (but of course, he is not...) One is never quite sure what might happen next in the presence of Rinpoche but it is rarely boring and such an adventure!
When it comes to Teachings Rinpoche is gentle with Students but when pressed has a no nonsense, grounded and authentic approach! Basically, he will tell you off if needed but then perhaps that it is just the rebel Students such as I! Rinpoche reminds me often that everything is a Teaching and can be considered a practice. Rinpoche has a huge heart and deep compassion. I and I know many others, are incredibly grateful for Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoches presence in our lives.
Thank you for everything dear Rinpoche πΉ
Isobel Baxter (Sherab Chhodron Wangmo)
Upcoming events:
*Next monthly Puja:TBA
*Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche will hold a weekend long Phowa Retreat at the Red Hat Gompa Retreat Centre in Raupo Bay in the New Year of 2024 on the 5th, 6th and 7th of January.
*Enthronement of Charok Rinpoche - in the planning stages.
*New teaching to come in early 2024.
*Pilgrimage to Nepal - being considered for April/May 2025.
Rinpoches Schedule;
Venerable Lama Ngawang Tsultrim Rinpoche will remain here in Aotearoa until March 2023 and he will then travel to New Orleans for a couple of months before returning to Aotearoa and he will then go to Nepal for the annual Puja later in the year.
Dana/Koha (offerings):
Please see our give a little page for more information regarding the Tolu Tharling Monastery Preservation Project as it is Rinpoches greatest wish to see this rebuilt and restoredπ
Paypal: Lamatsultrim321@gmail.com
We are a registered charitable trust;
DHONGAK THARLING
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NZBN: 9429050694082
A huge thanks and so much gratitude to all of those who have supported Rinpoche in many ways over the years, great or small, there is no difference in the appreciation and love that he has for each and everyone of you! We will continue to keep you all in our Prayers π
May the authentic and unbroken Buddhadharma lineage teachings continue to spread and to flourish. May all beings know true happiness. Our own minds are the true creators of all that is. This moment is all that we have π
There is more to add so please check for updates. Please ensure you apply the correct view when checking out our new website...as in bottom right...otherwise it may appear slightly skew whiff like its creator lol. Thank you for your continued patience and support.
Aroha mai. Aroha atu. Love given is love received.
We love you very much Dearest Rinpoche π
Kindest regards Isobel Baxter (Sherab Chhodron Wangmo) π€²πΏπ