"Wherever you are, whatever you do, it’s essential to acknowledge your experience as something ordinary, the natural expression of your true mind. If you don’t try to stop whatever is going on in your mind, but merely observe it, eventually you’ll begin to feel a tremendous sense of relaxation, a vast sense of openness within your mind - which is in fact the natural mind, the naturally unperturbed background against which various thoughts come and go."
— Mingyur Rinpoche
About Nectar of the Path
Nectar of the Path is a concise and beautiful liturgy composed by Mingyur Rinpoche during a meditation session back in 2010 at the request of his students. Here, the key points of the Buddhist path become alive and experiential, serving as a reminder for daily practice. Each module includes teachings from Mingyur Rinpoche, detailed practice instructions, readings and suggestions for study, short introductions from Tergar guides, and live webinars and practice sessions.
Why should I attend?
If you have been wondering what the Tergar Path of Liberation is and how to practice it, this course is for you!
Not only will you deepen your understanding, but you will also practice these profound teachings using a step-by-step approach and hear from lineage masters and leading voices within the Vajrayana tradition webinars.
In this course, you will learn about
- the Four Thoughts, Refuge, Bodhicitta, and Guru Yoga
- how to practice the Nectar of the Path liturgy
- the principles of the foundational practices of Vajrayana Buddhism
this course includes:
Exclusive prerecorded teachings from Mingyur Rinpoche and Tergar guides
Weekly live practice and discussion sessions
Guided instruction on the specifics of how to practice Nectar of the Path
Peer-to-peer forums to discuss the topics
Course curriculum
Module 1: The Four Thoughts
In the first module of the Nectar of the Path Course we will explore our understanding of the four thoughts that turn the mind towards the dharma. This exploration begins with finding an appreciation of this precious human life. We then reflect on the impermanence of all phenomena and examine the law of karma — causes and conditions. To conclude, we contemplate the suffering of samsara and how we so often are the creator of our own suffering.
Module 2: Refuge
In the second module of our exploration of the Nectar of the Path we will focus on refuge. We begin this exploration by looking into the meaning of refuge and why it is that we take refuge. From there we explore the different forms of refuge and how these mutually reinforce one another. We conclude this module by looking into the practice of refuge and how to use imagination to create a deep sense of connection with the enlightened qualities that are present within and around us.
Module 3: Bodhicitta
In our third module of the Nectar of the Path Course we will focus on motivation and explore the topic of bodhichitta. The first two sections will focus on the essence of aspiration bodhichitta and application bodhichitta, respectively. We will then look into the topics of meditation and wisdom, the final two of the six paramitas, and see how these are essential to our path of awakening.
Module 4: Guru Yoga
In the final module of exploring the Nectar of the Path we will focus on the essence of Vajrayana practice — guru yoga. We will begin this exploration by looking into the importance of faith and devotion, and from there move on to take a closer look at guru yoga itself and how to practice this in our formal meditation. The last section relates to dedication in which we conclude our practice by dedicating our efforts to the awakening of all beings.
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All of our courses are available on demand and included in your subscription. You can join the course at any time and engage with the materials at your own pace. For more questions about the subscription, please visit our FAQs section.
You will make the first payment after the free trial period. The subscription will automatically be renewed in accordance to the frequency you have selected. You can unsubscribe anytime, and no additional fees will be charged.
For more questions about the subscription, please visit our FAQs section.
Tergar is committed to making the benefits of Buddhist teachings and practices available to everyone.
If the subscription rate of $25 USD per month is a hindrance for you financially,
please do not hesitate to reach out to us via [email protected] to ask for a further reduced rate.
We offer financial assistance rates for certain countries, for students with limited budgets,
and for the monastic community.
You will make the first payment after the free trial period. The subscription will automatically be renewed in accordance to the frequency you have selected. You can unsubscribe anytime, and no additional fees will be charged.
For more questions about the subscription, please visit our FAQs section.
Tergar is committed to making the benefits of Buddhist teachings and practices available to everyone.
If the subscription rate of $25 USD per month is a hindrance for you financially,
please do not hesitate to reach out to us via [email protected] to ask for a further reduced rate.
We offer financial assistance rates for certain countries, for students with limited budgets,
and for the monastic community.
