The 12 Links of Dependent Origination
ONSITE & ONLINE Lhagsam Tibetan Meditation Gablerstrasse 51, Zurich, 8002, SwitzerlandExplained by Geshe Lharampa Tulku Tenzin Gyurmey Rinpoche. Join us onsite or online when Geshe-la explains the classic Buddhist doctrine that carefully enumerates links of phenomena that constitute the cycle of samsaric existence – and guides us how to cut the root cause. WHEN: Friday, May 19, 2023, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm CET WHERE: Online and Onsite LEVEL: Advanced, but everyone is welcome REGISTRATION: Please REGISTER HERE Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82499259030?pwd=b01PYk93c3NhSWNZRldOeE5hZGZBdz09 Meeting ID: 824 9925 9030 Passcode: 435439 The twelve links of dependent origination are a specific example of the principle of dependent origination. The thrust of the formula is such that when certain conditions are present, they give rise to subsequent conditions, which in turn give rise to other conditions; thus, illustrating the cyclical nature of life in samsara. Within the Tibetan tradition, the twelve links are typically presented within the context of the Wheel of Life: The three inner layers of the wheel show that the three poisons lead to karma, which leads to the suffering of the six realms. The twelve links of the outer rim show how this happens - how the three poisons lead to rebirth in samsara - by presenting the process of cause and effect in detail. By contemplating on the twelve links, one gains greater insight into the workings of karma; this insight enables us to begin to unravel our habitual way of thinking and reacting. Venerable Bhikshus, whoever sees dependent and relative origination, sees the Dharma. Whoever sees the Dharma, sees the Buddha. What is this dependent and relative origination of which I speak? It is this: because this exists, that arises. Because this is born, that is born. (The primary source for Mahayana teachings on the twelve links is the Rice Seedlings Sutra) Read more. About the Teacher Tengyur Rinpoche is...
