Aro04: Part 2 - Question and Answer Series 2

Aro04: Part 2 - Question and Answer Series 2

Author: The Aro gTér Lineage November 27, 2010 Duration: 1:44:01
Interview with Nyima o-Zer Khandro and Ngak'chang Rinpoche, recorded in Alameda, California, in October 2010. An introduction to the subject of Tantra in Tibetan Buddhism, including symbolism, devotion, and the role of the teacher. ( www.arobuddhism.org )

Within the rich tapestry of Tibetan Buddhist traditions, the Aro Buddhism Podcasts offer a direct entry point into the distinctive teachings of the Aro gTér lineage. This collection, presented by The Aro gTér Lineage itself, focuses deeply on the Nyingma school's pinnacle: the Dzogchen perspective, also known as Atiyoga. Rather than abstract philosophy, these recordings bring the lived experience of this path into your ears, featuring the guidance of its lineage holders, Ngak'chang Rinpoche and Khandro Dechen. You'll hear talks, instructions, and reflections that cut to the heart of contemplative practice, exploring how the radical simplicity of non-dual awareness unfolds in everyday life. This podcast serves as an auditory companion for both the curious and the committed, demystifying profound concepts with clarity and warmth. Each episode is an invitation to engage with Buddhism not merely as a study, but as a transformative artistic and spiritual journey. The conversations and teachings found here are grounded in a living tradition, emphasizing direct experience and the integration of wisdom into all aspects of our being. For anyone drawn to the depth of Dzogchen or seeking a fresh, authentic voice within Buddhist dialogue, this series provides a valuable and ongoing resource.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 29

Aro Buddhism Podcasts
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Aro04: Part 1 - Question and Answer Series 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:38
Interview with Nyima o-Zer Khandro and Ngak'chang Rinpoche, recorded in Alameda, California, in October 2010. A detailed discussion of Karma from the view of Vajrayana. ( www.arobuddhism.org )
Aro03: Part 4 - Question and Answer Series 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:37
In the first question in this podcast Tröma Rig’tsal asks for an explanation of Ngak’chang Rinpoche’s use of the term ‘self-existent morality’ and the role that ethics has in the life of a practitioner. Next, Tröma Rig’t…
Aro03: Part 3 - Question and Answer Series 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:22
This podcast opens with a question concerning Ngak’chang Rinpoche’s use of language within teachings, specifically Rinpoche’s preference to avoid using the term ‘ego’ when referring to the self. Next the discussion moves…
Aro03: Part 2 - Question and Answer Series 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:45
Tröma Rig’tsal opens this podcast with a question about truth, method, and the yanas. Ngak’chang Rinpoche answers this and then the topic moves on to a discussion of the relationship between happiness and Buddhist practi…
Aro03: Part 1 - Question and Answer Series 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:56
In the opening podcast of this interview series, Tröma Rig’tsal asks Ngak’chang Rinpoche about the ‘four noble truths’; truth and method; the concept of the yanas (or vehicles), and the relationship between psychotherapy…
Aro02: Part 9 - Khandro-Pawo Nyi-da Melong Gyud [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:57
This final podcast opens with Ngak’chang Rinpoche discussing ‘tralam-me’ and ends with an extended question-and-answer session covering many questions concerning romantic relationship. ( www.arobuddhism.org )
Aro02: Part 8 - Khandro-Pawo Nyi-da Melong Gyud [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:49
This podcast opens with Ngak’chang Rinpoche continuing his presentation on the meaning of the title Khandro Pawo Nyi-da Mélong Gyüd. In this vein Rinpoche covers the process of khandro-pawo mirroring; falling in love fro…
Aro02: Part 7 - Khandro-Pawo Nyi-da Melong Gyud [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:37
This podcast opens with a discussion of the quality of compassion as understood within the Buddhist tradition, then, continuing with his presentation of the five elements Naljorpa Ögyen Dorje discusses the elements of ai…
Aro02: Part 6 - Khandro-Pawo Nyi-da Melong Gyud [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:35
This podcast contains a presentation from Naljorpa Ögyen Dorje on the ‘five elements’: earth; water; fire; air and space, primarily from the perspective of the Inner Tantras. ( www.arobuddhism.org )