Tsigdon Dzo Dzogchen Wisdom Teachings Part VII
with Adzom Gyalse Rinpoche
July 1 - 31, 2026
with Adzom Gyalse Rinpoche
Tara Mandala is deeply honored to continue the online teaching series on the Tsigdön Dzö, “Precious Treasury of Genuine Meaning,” one of the “Seven Treasures” of Longchenpa, with the Venerable Adzom Gyalse Rinpoche.
Tsigdön Dzö is considered one of the clearest, most explicit, and complete explanations of the instructions on Dzogchen, particularly Tögal.
This unique text is composed of eleven vajra topics, which cover everything from the Ground of Dzogchen, the rupture from the ground into dualistic fixation, Buddha Nature, light channels and subtle body according to Dzogchen, the Gateways, space and primordial wisdom, signs of realization, Dzogchen embryology, dying and the Bardo of Dharmata, and the Great Liberation. This is a highly precious and unique opportunity.
Given the extraordinary depth and scope of this text, Adzom Gyalse Rinpoche has been offering the teachings progressively over a three-year cycle: Parts I and II in 2024, Parts III and IV in 2025, and Parts V and VI in 2026. Rinpoche envisions the series culminating with Part VIII, at which point he will kindly bestow the formal transmission (Tib. lung) for the teachings.
Attendance of previous series (or access to their recordings) is required for Part VII. If you missed any earlier parts, you can purchase the recordings below to catch up before Series VI. Recordings are available in English and Spanish.
- Part I Recordings
- Part II Recordings
- Part III Recordings
- Part IV Recordings
- Part V Recordings
- Part VI Recordings
Translation into English will be provided by Erik Drew. Translation into Spanish will be provided by Diego Cadavid. (La traducción al español será realizada por el intérprete Diego Cadavid.)
Program Schedule
Series VII will be delivered in 10 live teaching sessions, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:30 am – 10:30 am MDT. Please use this link to find your timezone conversion
- Wednesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2026
- Fridays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2026
Who Should Attend?
This retreat is open to anyone who attended and/or studied the recordings of the sessions from Parts I through VI. If you did not participate in these previously offered retreats, please purchase the recordings with the links provided above (available in English and Spanish).
Program Tuition
$420 Standard Tuition
$300 Community Supported Tuition
Learn more about available financial assistance options and apply for a scholarship here.
Installment Payment Plan Option at Registration
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Sustaining Sangha Membership
Membership discounts are available for this program. To learn more about membership benefits and discounts, click here.
Offering dana to the Teacher
The practice of offering dana, which means “generosity,” is the traditional offering the student makes to the teacher as a symbol of appreciation, gratitude, and reciprocity for receiving the precious teachings. Information on offering dana to the teacher will be provided during the program. To learn more about dana and suggested dana ranges, please click here. The suggested dana for this program is $50 – $150.
Tara Mandala Pricing Guidelines
As we work to become an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community, our pricing guidelines are intended to be a map, inviting each of us to take inventory of resources that contribute to our access to precious dharma teachings.
Tara Mandala programs are offered at two tuition levels: Standard and Community Supported. We invite you to choose the rate that fits your circumstances. Community-supported tuition is made possible by the generosity of our sangha and is here for those who need it. To learn more about Tara Mandala’s pricing guidelines, please visit this page.
What is a Tara Mandala Online Program?
Tara Mandala offers online programming via live and pre-recorded curriculum that give you the opportunity to access dharma teachings, engage in guided practice, experience personal retreat and hands-on learning, while connecting with other participants through easy-to-use online platforms and an engaged community network. When needed, the program description and schedule will inform you in advance if and when a specific online session must be attended live if a direct transmission (Tib. lung) may be given. Access to recordings of all sessions will be available for additional viewing for one year.
Online Programs Cancellation and Refund Policy
Mental Health Disclaimer
While Tara Mandala offers profound Buddhist teachings and a supportive spiritual community, we do not provide mental health services, and our teachers are not operating as mental health professionals. Spiritual guidance provided by a Tara Mandala teacher is not a substitute for professional mental health support. We honor the importance of mental well-being and encourage community members seeking support to connect with licensed professionals in their local area. For immediate assistance with mental health concerns, please contact your local crisis resources or emergency services.
