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2026 Zhitro Hearing Liberation Empowerment and Puja

This event is available both In-person and Online. 2026 Zhitro Hearing Liberation Empowerment and Puja This event is available both In-person and online. Khentrul Rinpoche will bestow the rare Karma Lingpa Zhitro Empowerment (Liberation Upon Hearing) and lead a Nyedren Purification Puja . This Highest Yoga Tantra practice is a profound way to honor ancestors, support the living, and prepare for our own transition.
  • -A Rare Blessing: Rinpoche holds a deep, personal connection to this lineage, having received the empowerment many times.
  • -The Nyedren Puja: This specific purification ritual guides the deceased—whether they passed recently or generations ago— through the bardo and beyond the six realms of samsara.
  • -Spiritual Fusion: Through sacred prayers and offerings, the consciousness of the deceased is invited to merge with the enlightened wisdom of the 100 deities, leading them toward the awakened state of Samantabhadra.
  • -A Final Act of Merit: To conclude the ceremony, we will burn name tablets for both the living and the departed. This acts as a powerful dedication, clearing karmic obstacles and expressing heartfelt gratitude to our parents and lineage.
In an uncertain life, these “Hearing Liberation” teachings provide an immense anchor of support for the transition of death, the bardo journey, and a fortunate rebirth. Understanding Zhitro and the Bardo Zhitro (literally “Peaceful and Wrathful”) refers to the assembly of 100 Bardo Deities : 42 peaceful and 58 wrathful. This profound teaching was hidden as a terma (spiritual treasure) by Guru Padmasambhava in the 8th century and later revealed by the terton Karma Lingpa in the 14th century. The Bardo Journey The term Bardo signifies an “intermediate state.” In this context, it refers to the 49-day transitional phase between death and your next rebirth. -The Manifestation: During these 49 days, the 100 Zhitro deities appear to the consciousness of the deceased. -The Process: * Peaceful Deities manifest first, offering an immediate opportunity for liberation through recognition. -Wrathful Deities appear later for those who require a more powerful, transformative energy to awaken. -The Goal: If the deceased recognizes these deities as their own enlightened nature, they achieve liberation. If no connection is made during this 49-day window, the consciousness is drawn back into the cycle of rebirth within the six realms. Why Empowerment Matters By receiving the Zhitro empowerment now, you establish a direct conduit to these deities while living. This “pre-acquaintance” prepares you to recognize them with confidence during the bardo, transforming the terrifying or confusing experiences of death into a clear path toward awakening. Access the Teachings Later Live recordings will be added to this course next week. While you can catch up on most sessions later, we encourage you to attend live to participate in Q&A and practice with the community. Important: Oral Transmissions and Empowerments are not recorded. You must sign in during the live broadcast time to receive these. Sponsor a Puja for the Deceased Deepen your practice through the power of Tendrel. In the Buddhist tradition, an offering is much more than a donation—it is a physical act that creates Tendrel , the vital interdependent link between you, the Lama, and the ritual. This Puja is traditionally offered for anyone who has passed away to help purify their karma and support their journey. Because the reach of these prayers is timeless, it is deeply beneficial regardless of how long ago your loved one transitioned. Prepare for Your Death: The Six Jewels of Liberation When traditional monastic support is far away, you can still ensure a sacred transition. Curated by Khentrul Rinpoche and blessed during the Zhitro Empowerment , this comprehensive kit contains all six methods of liberation—sight, sound, smell, taste, touch, and wearing. Buy it on Tantric Treasures Purchase a Six Jewels of Liberation Bardo Death Kit Schedule by Timezone Melbourne, Australia SATURDAY October 17, 2026 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Session 1 – Zhitro Empowerment and Teaching 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Session 2 – Zhitro Empowerment and Teaching SUNDAY October 18, 2026 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Session 3 – Zhitro Neydren Puja and Teaching 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Session 4 – Puja and Teaching

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Date
Oct 17 - 18 2026
Time
Melbourne, Australia Timezone
All Day
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Khentrul Rinpoche
Venue
Rimé Institute
1584 Burwood Highway, Belgrave, Victoria 3160

Organizer

Dzokden
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://dzokden.org
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  • Khentrul Rinpoché
    Khentrul Rinpoché Jonang Kalachakra & Rimé Master
    Khentrul Rinpoché
    Khentrul Rinpoché
    Jonang Kalachakra & Rimé Master

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    Khentrul Rinpoché Jamphel Lodrö is the founder and director of Dzokden. Rinpoche is the author of Unveiling Your Sacred Truth 1, 2, and 3, The Great Middle Way: Clarifying the Jonang View of Other-Emptiness, A Happier Life, and The Hidden Treasure of the Profound Path.

    Rinpoche spent the first 20 years of his life herding yak and chanting mantras on the plateaus of Tibet. Inspired by the bodhisattvas, he left his family to study in a variety of monasteries under the guidance of over twenty-five masters in all the Tibetan Buddhist traditions. Due to his non-sectarian approach, he earned himself the title of Rimé (unbiased) Master and was identified as the reincarnation of the famous Kalachakra Master Ngawang Chözin Gyatso. While at the core of his teachings is the recognition that there is great value in the diversity of all spiritual traditions found in this world; he focuses on the Jonang-Shambhala tradition. Kalachakra (wheel of time) teachings contain profound methods to harmonize our external environment with the inner world of body and mind, ultimately bringing about the golden age of Peace and Harmony (Dzokden).

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