Additional Resources

Online Resources:

Tara’s Triple Excellence (TTE) Online Meditation Program‍ An extraordinary online training developed by Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche and senior students, guiding practitioners through the complete Buddhist path. dharmasun.org/tte‍ ‍‍ ‍

Dharma Sun‍ ‍A free archive of teachings from Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche and other teachers of Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery. ‍ ‍www.dharmasun.org

Rangjung Yeshe Institute (RYI) ‍ ‍‍ ‍Online courses in Buddhist philosophy, Tibetan language, and more. ‍ ‍www.ryi.org ‍

Shedrub Mandala ‍ ‍Learn more about Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche’s global activities, Gomde centers, and related projects.‍ ‍www.shedrub.org ‍

84000: Translating the Words of the Buddha A digital library of canonical Buddhist texts, freely available in English translation. 84000.co‍

Kangyur ‍ Resounding, in unison, slowly, the words of the Buddha. Weekly meetings with different groups on zoom. Contact +447713453141 on WhatsApp for more information.‍ ‍‍ ‍kangyur-resources ‍ ‍

Recommended Books:

Sadness, Love, Openness - Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche A concise and accessible introduction to the Buddhist path and practice.

In the Footsteps of Bodhisattvas — Phakchok Rinpoche‍ ‍Meditation teachings supported by the King of Meditation Sutra, with practical instructions at the end of each chapter.

The Way of the Bodhisattva — Shantideva‍ ‍‍ ‍A timeless and poetic guide to the bodhisattva path.

The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech — Kunzang Pelden‍ ‍‍ ‍A clear and approachable commentary on The Way of the Bodhisattva.

The Jewel Ornament of Liberation — Gampopa‍ ‍‍ ‍A key text of the Kagyu tradition focused on capturing the essence of the Mahayana Teachings.

In Love with the World — Mingyur Rinpoche ‍ ‍‍ ‍A powerful memoir recounting Mingyur Rinpoche’s four-year wandering retreat across India and the Himalayas.

When Things Fall Apart — Pema Chödrön‍ ‍‍ ‍Guidance on facing life’s challenges with courage, mindfulness, and compassion; a modern classic in contemplative practice.

Study Abroad Opportunities:

Rangjung Yeshe Institute (RYI) — Nepal‍ ‍Our university situated in the heart of the monastery in Kathmandu — an extraordinary opportunity for immersive study of Buddhist philosophy, meditation, and Tibetan language. ‍ ‍ryi.org

Check out this article to read about first hand accounts from students about their experiences at RYI: Buddhist Studies Drawing International Students to Kathmandu

Carleton College Buddhist Studies Program — India and Thailand ‍ ‍A renowned study abroad program offering Buddhist philosophical study and practice, cultural immersion, and field study in India. ‍ ‍carleton.edu/global-engagement/buddhist-studies-india