For several years, many members of the sangha have expressed the wish to receive teachings on Tummo from Khenpo Gelek Jinpa. We are pleased to announce that Khenpo-la will continue this transmission again this year.
The teaching is open to all, including those who were not able to attend previous sessions. Khenpo-la will guide participants step by step through guided practice sessions in Tummo and Trülkhor.
Based on the Kusum Rangshar
Khenpo Gelek will base his teaching on the Kusum Rangshar (The Self-Radiance of the Three Bodies), a foundational text by Shardza Tashi Gyaltsen, a renowned Dzogchen master of the Atri tradition, who is recognized for having attained the rainbow body in 1934.
This text presents a complete Dzogchen teaching, integrating view, meditation, and physical transformation.
Tummo
Tummo is an ancient practice aimed at generating inner heat through the integration of mind, breath, visualization, and movement. But beyond physical warmth, the true purpose of Tummo is to release energetic blockages, purify the subtle channels, and open the wisdom channel, allowing the transformation of ordinary experience into the natural state of clarity and presence.
This powerful practice supports:
the balancing of the body’s physical elements,
the calming of the mind,
the dissolution of illness and tension,
and the strengthening of inner clarity.
This seminar is a precious opportunity to receive a progressive and living transmission of Tummo, within a setting guided by an experienced teacher firmly rooted in the lineage.
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.