Online only
Basics of Bön Philosophy
Tulku Pönse Jigme Tenzin
January 11, 2026 - March 1, 2026
In this lecture, we will deepen our philosophical inquiry by examining everyday phenomena through the lens of dharma theory. Our exploration will revisit three key disciplines of the Bön tradition: Phenomenology, Epistemology and typologies of the mind, and Ontology.
By interweaving these perspectives, we will gain a clearer understanding of how the objects of ordinary experience are analyzed and comprehended within Bön philosophy.
Introduction to Bön Philosophy – Part 2
This lecture is a continuation of the lecture “Introduction to Bön Philosophy Part 1” from the winter semester 2024/2025. We will continue our exploration of philosophical topics in this lecture, focusing primarily on the examination of the objects of our common experience, in particular into how they are scrutinized by dharma theory. We will again deal with various philosophical disciplines of the Bon tradition: phenomenology or düdra (bsdus grwa; description of the empirical world as we experience it), epistemology and typologies of the mind or tsema (tshad ma; analysis of how we know), and ontology (dealing with the question of what is real).
The exact subject of the lecture will be determined and announced at a later date.
The course consists of 8 lectures.
This course is intended not only for complete beginners who wish to learn the core philosophical concepts of Yungdrung Bon, but also for advanced practitioners who wish to deepen their knowledge of the tradition.
It is not a prerequisite to have attended the first lecture.
Dates
The dates are as follows (the time is still to be determined):
January 11
January 18
January 25
February 1
February 8
February 15
February 22
March 1
Additional Information
Daily Sessions (Indicative Schedule)
07:00 – 08:30: Sangchöd and Meditation
10:00 – 12:00: Teaching
12:00 – 12:30: Chutor Practice
15:00 – 17:00: Teaching
17:00 – 17:30: Surchöd Practice
20:00 – 21:15: Meditation and Chöd Practice
This schedule serves as a general reference. The morning (Sangchöd) and evening (Chöd) practice sessions may be adjusted or omitted when:
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the event is held entirely online;
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the retreat takes place off-site, i.e., outside of Shenten Dargye Ling;
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it is not summer, in the case of Chutor.
Recordings and translations
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Recordings
All sessions will be recorded. The link to access them will be included in the Zoom reminder email you receive before each session. -
Languages
Teaching is mostly in English; sometimes in Tibetan, then translated into English.-
French: translation always assured.
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Online: Translations are generally available in Spanish, Italian, and Russian. In rare cases, a language may be missing.
Important: If you require a specific translation, please contact us in advance to ensure that it will be available for this retreat.
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On-site participation
Before booking, please consult the following points:
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General information on pensions
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Practical information (prices, accommodation, meals)
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If you are staying or dining at the center, a €50 deposit is required upon registration (PayPal or bank transfer). Your reservation will be confirmed upon receipt of this deposit.
Online participation
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Price: €15 per teaching session.
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Payment: Payment by PayPal upon registration on Zoom.
If you can't use PayPal
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You can, if possible, use a loved one's PayPal account.
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However, please provide your own email address when registering to receive the Zoom link.
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Otherwise, contact us .
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We will send you the details for payment by bank transfer and will process your manual registration upon receipt of payment.
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Financial difficulties
If your current means do not allow you to pay the indicated rate, contact us : we will find a solution so that you can participate.