In this selection from Stilling the Mind, Alan Wallace offers commentary on Düdjom Lingpa’s Vajra Essence, which provides practical guidance in relating to pitfalls, and obstacles that may arise in later stages of practice.
In this selection from the Heart of the Great Perfection, Pema Tashi presents Düdjom Lingpa’s commentary on The Sharp Vajra of Conscious Awareness Tantra. This reading includes material covered by Alan Wallace in lesson 10, completing phase 3 of the root text.
In this video Alan Wallace guides us in dedicating the merit of the positive qualities cultivated throughout the course. Please find a comfortable position, and follow along as Alan guides the dedication. After watching, please feel free to spend ten to fifteen minutes in silent contemplation.
In the following video Alan Wallace discusses the concepts of relative, and ultimate bodhicitta in the context of Dzogchen, and introduces the guided meditation on nonmeditation.
In this video Alan Wallace completes his commentary on the root text, clarifying the heart of the view elaborated through the course, and discusses the nondual relationship between Samantabhadra, and Samanthabhadri. Alan’s teachings frame essential Dzogchen terminology in the context of the practices explored throughout the course. Please feel free to follow along with the root text starting on page 73.
In this final lesson of the course, Lama Alan Wallace brings us to the completion of phase three of the Sharp Vajra of Conscious Awareness Tantra. Lama Alan’s commentary provides a clear and insightful understanding of fundamental Dzogchen concepts that rest at the heart of the path. In discussing the paramount importance of nonmeditation in Dzogchen, Lama Alan skillfully guides us through core terminology, explaining the nondual relationship of the feminine and masculine principles—Samantabhadra and Samantabhadri, respectively. Offering a complimentary guided practice on nonmeditation, Lama Alan clarifies the wisdom aspect of the path, presenting the quintessential view of Dzogchen, and leads us in dedicating the merit of our practice throughout the course.
In this selection from the Heart of the Great Perfection, Pema Tashi presents Düdjom Lingpa’s commentary on The Sharp Vajra of Conscious Awareness Tantra. This reading includes material covered by Alan Wallace in lesson 9.
