Phakyab Rinpoche

H E L E N G RAHAM PA R K

F O U N DA T I O N

I L L U M I N A T I O N S . O R G

P U B L I C T A L K

For information please contact Barbara atbarbara@illuminations.org

Suggested Donation: For 3 Day Teachings andPractice $ 150, Saturday & Sunday  $ 125.00,

& $75 for individual days.Please bring your favorite cushion to sit on.

Registration available at

Medicine Buddha and the HealingPower of the Mind

Books & Books265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134

October 2nd, 2019

P H O W A

Open Awareness Buddhist Center60 NW 86th Street, El Portal, FL 33150

Phowa is a technique that uses meditationand visualization to train the mind in

transferring consciousnesses at the time ofdeath. Rinpoche has graciously opened histeachings on this extraordinary practice toBuddhists and non-Buddhists alike because

the practices can make our approach todeath and dying more serene. It also

facilitates peace in the a�ter death journey.Rinpoche will teach on the phases our

consciousness goes through during the timeof death and the several bardos or in-

between periods the mind experiences.

Teaching in the morning andin the a�ternoon

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 2:00 - 5:00 PM

Saturday, October 5th

Teaching in the morning andpractice in the a�ternoon

Sunday, October 6th

Practice the entire dayMonday, October 7th

October 5, 6 and 7 2019

8:00 PM

H E L E N G RAHAM PA R K F O U N DA T I O N

I L L U M I N A T I O N S . O R G

In 1994, he was recognized by his Holiness the Dalai Lama as the eighth rebirth of the PhakyabRinpoche, a beloved Lama from Kham.  A�ter this recognition, the Dalai Lama requested thatRinpoche return to Tibet in order to assume leadership of Ashi and Lithang Monasteries, thetraditional seats of the Phakyab Rinpoche.  While in Tibet, Rinpoche became known for his abilityto perform Tantric obstacle-clearing rituals to assist individuals in their physical and emotionalhealing, during this time he also faced severe health challenges, and in 2003 was granted fullpolitical asylum by the United States Government.  Rinpoche spent many months in a New Yorkhospital dealing with these health issues.  At a critical moment in his healing, he consulted with theDalai Lama, and made the decision to rely on spiritual practices and faith to heal himself.  A�ter sixmonths, to the astonishment of his doctors, Rinpoche was on the path of regaining radiant health. In 2009, a�ter being granted his green card, he was able to return to India, reunite with his family,and received his Geshe degree.  Rinpoche is a powerful example of the potential we all have to cultivate the life of the Bodhisattvaor spiritual hero.  He is a steadfast advocate of non-violent con�lict resolution and he bringshumility, cheer and boundless compassion to his teachings.  His personal story of self-healingvividly demonstrates our inherent potential to heal ourselves physically, mentally andemotionally.  Rinpoche also serves as a reminder that obstacles can be transformed into resourcesfor spiritual awakening.  Rinpoche currently resides in Jackson Heights, New York, where he has established a Buddhisteducational and healing center.  He teaches both locally and throughout the world.  He aspires toteach Buddhism, fostering ecumenical dialogue between practitioners of Buddhism and otherspiritual and healing traditions.  Rinpoche welcomes questions and requests from students of allfaiths and backgrounds.

In the Buddhist spirit of generosity and inclusiveness, Dharma teachings are o�fered free ofcharge. However, voluntary donations for the teacher and translator, or Dana, are welcome and

your generosity is gratefully accepted and encouraged.

Sponsored by the Helen Graham Park Foundation, a non-pro�it dedicated to promoting dialoguebetween the modern science and the ancient wisdom traditions of the world. 

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Phakyab Rinpoche (Ngawang Sungrab), is a renowned Buddhistscholar, practitioner, and healer. He was born in Kham, Tibet in 1966,ordained at the age of thirteen, and began his monastic training at AshiMonastery.  A�ter leaving Tibet, he entered Sera Mey Monastery insouthern India, where he was tutored by Ven. Khenpo Lobsang Jamyangand Ven. Khensur Tinle Topgye.