In the Buddhist tradition mala, is an important tool for meditation and mindfulness practice. These beautiful and symbolic stone or wood necklaces have a deep meaning and help the practitioner achieve a peaceful state of…
From the Gungthang province of Western Tibet, close to Nepal, Milarepa (1052-1135) had a hard childhood and a dark youth. He was only seven when his father died. Relatives had taken over his father’s property…
“O, Master Lotus Born, the work you have done for the welfare of all sentient beings here in Tibet, in this and in future lives, is vast. No one of such extreme kindness has ever come before, nor shall any come again. The practices you have given us are like essential nectar; though I am a lowly woman, of this I have no doubt…