About Path of Shangpa Kagyu Seminar with Kyabje Kalu Rinpoche

Embark on a transformative journey into the richness of the Shangpa Kagyu tradition, meticulously designed to be 100% online for the first three years, under the direct guidance of Shangpa Kagyu lineage holder, Kyabje Kalu Rinpoche. This innovative approach ensures accessibility, enabling practitioners from all corners of the globe to connect with these profound teachings without the constraints of geographical barriers.

Kalu Rinpoche's leadership through this digital platform allows for a deep, personal engagement with the teachings. The online format is tailored to meet the needs of contemporary practitioners, offering flexibility for those balancing commitments while aspiring to delve into the spiritual depths of the Shangpa Kagyu lineage.

Seminar Summary

Here is a summary of what will be covered over the coming four years:

Year 1: Foundational Practices, Deities & Mahakala

• Begin with the Outer and Inner Preliminaries, along with grounding practices of meditation to cultivate mental clarity and stability.

• Engage with the Four Deities practice, establishing a connection with the core deities of the lineage.

• Learn the Mahakala practice, embracing both the Dark Blue and White manifestations, for protection and removal of obstacles on your spiritual path.

Year 2: Bodhicitta + Vajrayana Explorations

• Deepen your compassion and aspiration for enlightenment with Bodhicitta practices from the Shangpa Kagyu tradition, such as Niguma Lojong.

• Develop focused concentration through Calm Abiding meditation (Shiné/Shamatha) and expand your understanding with analytical meditation (Lhatong/Vipassana).

• Experience the profound practice of the Five Tantric Deities, connecting with their qualities.

Year 3: Advanced Vajrayana Techniques

• Undertake the Six Yogas of Niguma, including Tummo (Inner Heat), to explore the body's subtle energy systems.

• Each of the six yogas, such as Illusory Body and Dream Yoga, will be practiced intensively, allowing for personal transformation and realization.

• Prepare for life's ultimate transition with Phowa practice, and discover the teachings on Clear Light that offers a glimpse into the nature of mind. Bardo or Intermediate state Practice prepares one to recognise the nature of mind within the after death state.

Year 4: In-Person Completion and Transmission

• Receive teachings on Mahamudra, recognizing the nature of mind and reality. (Offered online)

• Engage with practices related to the Three Integrations of Niguma, delving into the deepest aspects of being.

• Work with the energies of the Red and White Dakinis, embodying the feminine wisdom aspect of the teachings.

• Explore the Timeless practice, a profound meditation that transcends the concepts of death and time, sealing the knowledge and experience gained over the four years.

Join us in this sacred online journey, where tradition meets technology, allowing for an intimate exploration of the Shangpa Kagyu lineage, guided by Kalu Rinpoche's wisdom and compassion.