In 2008, when the gyalwang drukpa suggested awarding her the title jetsunma in recognition of her spiritual growth and her work with women, tenzin palmos first reaction was to refuse such a distinction. She said that while buddhism seeks to demolish the ego before this could be done it must first be made healthy and balanced. Written by vicki mackenzie, audiobook narrated by georgina sutton, vicki mackenzie, tenzin palmo. Books by or featuring jetsunma dongyu gatsal ling nunnery. Stimulating, challenging and wonderfully motivating, jetsunmas book will be treasured both by newcomers and seasoned practitioners alike. Reflections on a mountain lake share book recommendations.
There are various understandings in different religious traditions of the meaning of karma, but here well examine the buddhist understanding of the term. Dongyu gatsal ling nunnery founded by jetsunma tenzin palmo. Jul 18, 2011 into the heart of life is addressed to a general audience and presents practical advice that can be applied whether or not one is a buddhist. Interview with jetsunma tenzin palmo study buddhism. Into the heart of life, buddhist teachings on wisdom and. Jetsunma tenzin palmos the four immeasurables day 1 part 1 neveh shalom center, israel, the dharma friends of israel. In 1964, at the age of twenty, she decided to go to india to pursue. It starts off with an introduction of tenzin palmos early life, her interest in spiritualism and existentialism before discovering buddhism. After an introductory teaching on the feminine divine the workshop focuses on commentary and leading a. Vickie mackenzies tone in this book is a little too breathless and reverential for my taste, but the story she has to tell is quite amazing. Jetsunma tenzin palmo jetsunma leads a weekend workshop on the feminine divine in buddhism.
When she was twenty years old she traveled to india and soon after met her teacher. From chapter 3 of our current tricycle retreat leader jetsunma tenzin palmos new book, into the heart of life, wed all like to be happy. Teaching of ven tenzin palmo by jamyang centre london. This treasure of a book is a series of transcribed talks. These recordings of teachings by jetsunma tenzin palmo were made at the one day course hope, courage and determination. It starts off with an introduction of tenzin palmos early life, her interest in spiritualism and existentialism before. Tenzin palmo quotes 164 spiritual sayings about the author. But we have to remember all the books were written by the boys. Study buddhism interviewed jetsunma tenzin palmo, one of the worlds foremost western buddhist teachers. The real test of our spiritual practice happens not on the cushion or in the protected space of retreat, but momenttomoment in daily life, particularly when we find ourselves in uncomfortable situations how. Jetsunma tenzin palmo born 1943 is a bhik in the drukpa lineage of the kagyu school of tibetan buddhism.
Alan hunter interviews jetsunma tenzin palmo for his radio program30 october 2008. About namse bangdzo namse bangdzo is the bookstore of karma triyana dharmachakra, offering a wide selection of buddhist books, fine tibetan buddhist art statues and thangkas, and dharma practice materials. After an introductory teaching on the feminine divine the workshop focuses on commentary and leading a green tara practice. A collection of her teachings was released as the book into the heart of life by jetsunma tenzin palmo, snow lion publications, 2011. Jetsunma tenzin palmo was born in england in 1943 and named diane perry she and her older brother were raised by her mother in the bethnal green area of london after her fathers death when diane was. Jetsunma tenzin palmo practiced under the 8th khamtrul rinpoche and became one of the first westerners to be ordained as a tibetan buddhist nun. Jetsunma tenzin palmo became famous worldwide through vicki mackenzies book cave in the snow that chronicled tenzin palmos quest to attain realization in a female body. An unhealthy ego, said palmo, is like an injured arm. Vajrasattva practice by jetsunma tenzin palmo by katia. Through the centuries people have pondered this dilemma of how to be happy and stay happy. The story of dongyu gatsal ling nunnery dongyu gatsal. Feb 15, 2003 tenzin palmo is a voice we need to hear a woman who has fully experienced what she speaks about with absolute honesty, delightful humor, and real insight. She first got into buddhism as a teenager in london, england, then went on to india at the age of 20, becoming one of the first western women to. Home jetsunma tenzin palmos biography jetsunma tenzin palmo was born in england in 1943 and named diane perry.
Jetsunma tenzin palmo dongyu gatsal ling initiatives, inc. Why a london librarian started a revolution from a cave in the himalayas. Shop amongst our popular books, including 3, into the heart of life, reflections on a mountain lake and more from jetsunma tenzin palmo. Teachings on practical buddhism by ani tenzin palmo may 30, 2002 paperback. These recordings of teachings by jetsunma tenzin palmo were made at the oneday course hope, courage and determination. The international bestseller cave in the snow chronicles her twelve years of seclusion in a remote cave. This book provides practical wisdom for anyone interested in bringing the. Her perspective is vast, with a wellgrounded understanding of how the timeless buddhist teachings apply to the demands and challenges of modern life. First published in 1998 and reprinted many times since, jetsunma s biography cave in the snow has become a modern dharma classic. She and her older brother were raised by her mother in the bethnal green area of london after her fathers death when diane was 2 years old. At the age of twenty she traveled to india, becoming one of the first westerners to be ordained as a buddhist nun. Alan hunter interviews jetsunma tenzin palmo for his radio program 30 october. Jetsunma tenzin palmo became famous worldwide through vicki mackenzies book cave in the snow. Jetsunma tenzin palmo has devoted her life to living and sharing timeless teachings with profound compassion.
Tenzin palmo is one of the most genuine and accomplished of western practitioners. First published in 1998 and reprinted many times since, jetsunmas biography cave in the snow has become a modern dharma classic it traces diane perry tenzin palmos journey from her youth in. This weeklong marathon of practice and meetings, coled by jetsunma, brings all the leading drukpa masters together with an estimated 15,000 practitioners. Although spiritualist meetings were held in her childhood home, she realized at the age of 18 that she was a buddhist when she read a library book on the subject. Jetsunma tenzin palmo was born in england in 1943 and named diane perry she and her older brother were raised by her mother in the bethnal green area of london after her fathers death when diane was 2 years old. Jack kornfield, author of path with a heart venerable tenzin palmo generously shares with us a life of practice. Although spiritualist meetings were held in her childhood home, she realized at the age of 18 that she was a buddhist when she read a library book. After living for 12 years in a cave in the himalayas, three of which she was in full retreat. But, she says, i received so many emails saying how wonderful it was and how it highlighted the status of women that i realized. An interview with jetsunma tenzin palmo mandala publications. At the age of twenty, she traveled to india, becoming one of. Jetsunma tenzin palmo on the genuine teacher mandala. Palmo is a nontraditional womans rights activist and a respected teacher.
The nunnery was named dongyu gatsal ling by the spiritual director his eminence the 9th khamtrul rinpoche shedrup nyima. She said that while buddhism seeks to demolish the ego before this could be done it must first be made healthy and. Jetsunma tenzin palmos biography dongyu gatsal ling. In 20, sah embarked on a journey to nepal, india, thailand, and indonesia to study with great spiritual. Jetsunma tenzin palmo books, audio, and online courses. Tenzin palmo now, jetsunma tenzin palmo found her perfect teacher, his eminence the eighth khamtrul rinpoche in india, 1964. What struck me about tenzin palmo, aside from her ability to live in a cavehut on a mountain in the himalayas by herself, is how she seems to have been totally selfassured about her priorities and choices in life the whole way through. Jetsunma tenzin palmo books, audio, and online courses for.
Jetsunma tenzin palmo was one of the first western women to be ordained as a nun in tibetan buddhism. Jetsunma tenzin palmo was raised in london and whilst in her teens she became a buddhist. In 2012, he walked away from everything and began an intensive search for health and wellbeing. Her life was profiled in the book cave in the snow by vicki mackenzie isbn 1582340455.
Jetsunma tenzin palmo takes the core teachings of the buddha and weaves into. It traces diane perry tenzin palmo s journey from her youth in london to her life as a tibetan buddhist nun and her 12 years in solitary retreat in a cave in the himalayas. Tsultrim allione, author of women of wisdom in this book. Jetsunma tenzin palmos the four immeasurables d1p1. Tenzin palmo got an early start on her buddhist practice. First published in 1998 and reprinted many times since, jetsunmas biography cave in the snow has become a modern dharma classic it traces diane perry tenzin palmos journey from her youth in london to her life as a tibetan buddhist nun and her 12 years in solitary retreat in a cave in the himalayas.
Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Jul 27, 2011 from chapter 3 of our current tricycle retreat leader jetsunma tenzin palmos new book, into the heart of life, wed all like to be happy. It traces diane perry tenzin palmos journey from her youth in london to her life as a tibetan buddhist nun and her 12 years in solitary retreat in a cave in the. From chapter 2 of jetsunma tenzin palmos new book, into the heart of life, let us explore the nature of karma, because i think karma is quite misunderstood in the west.
Home jetsunma tenzin palmo s biography teaching resources audio teachings. Jan 25, 2015 jetsunma tenzin palmo began by speaking on the need to heal the mind. Jetsunma tenzin palmo was raised in london and became a buddhist while still in her teens. Though buddhist language is used, anyone can benefit from tenzin palmos lucid sharing. In this book, one of the most respected western figures of contemporary buddhism, jetsunma tenzin palmo, offers insights gleaned from more than forty years of engagement with.
Written by vicki mckenzie and published by bloomsbury, cave in the snow traces jetsunmatenzin palmo s journey from her youth in london to her life as a tibetan buddhist nun and her 12 years in solitary retreat in a cave in the himalayas. See more ideas about buddhism, buddhist teachings and buddhist quotes. At the age of 21 she became ordained as a nun, and went on to complete twelve years of. Mar 18, 2015 jetsunma tenzin palmos the four immeasurables day 1 part 1 neveh shalom center, israel, the dharma friends of israel. This is the story of tenzin palmo, the daughter of a fishmonger from londons east end who became a tibetan nun. And we expend a great deal of effort trying to make. Jetsunma tenzin palmo began by speaking on the need to heal the mind. Into the heart of life is addressed to a general audience and presents practical advice that can be applied whether or not one is a buddhist. Into the heart of life by jetsunma tenzin palmo 20110516.
About namse bangdzo namse bangdzo is the bookstore of karma triyana dharmachakra, offering a wide selection of buddhist books, fine tibetan buddhist art statues and thangkas, and dharma. Huffington post jetsunma tenzin palmo takes the core teachings of the buddha and weaves into them deep personal insights and riveting stories from her unusual history as a member of an extraordinary. If it is true, then it will be true a hundred years from now or at any time or place. At the age of 21 she became ordained as a nun, and went on to complete twelve years of intense meditative practices in the snowy mountains of lahaul, india. In this book, one of the most respected western figures of contemporary buddhism, jetsunma tenzin palmo, offers insights gleaned from more than forty years of engagement with buddhist practice. More jetsunma tenzin palmo teachings and biography book cave in the snow. It also includes the early planning and founding of the dongyu gatsal ling nunnery. In 2008, when the gyalwang drukpa suggested awarding her the title jetsunma in recognition of her spiritual growth and her work with women, tenzin palmos first reaction was to refuse such a. Jul 20, 2011 from chapter 2 of jetsunma tenzin palmos new book, into the heart of life, let us explore the nature of karma, because i think karma is quite misunderstood in the west. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Jetsunma tenzin palmo, author of into the heart of life, reflections of a mountain lake, and cave in the snow, and who is profiled in the recently released dakini power, just returned from a pilgrimage in china, following the footsteps of xuanzang and visiting the four sacred mountains and. Written by vicki mckenzie and published by bloomsbury, cave in the snow traces jetsunmatenzin palmos journey from her youth in london to her life as a tibetan buddhist nun and her 12 years in. Vajrasattva practice explained by jetsunma tenzin palmo in her book reflections on a mountain lake read by katia bordy.
After living for 12 years in a cave in the himalayas, three of which she was in full retreat, she came out and established the dongyu gatsal ling nunnery in himachal pradesh, india. Tenzin palmo is a voice we need to hear a woman who has fully experienced what she speaks about with absolute honesty, delightful humor, and real insight. Sep 15, 1998 vickie mackenzies tone in this book is a little too breathless and reverential for my taste, but the story she has to tell is quite amazing. Jetsunma tenzin palmo, the subject of vickie mackenzies cave in the snow, is a western. Nov, 20 jetsunma tenzin palmo practiced under the 8th khamtrul rinpoche and became one of the first westerners to be ordained as a tibetan buddhist nun. Jetsunma tenzin palmo, author of into the heart of life, reflections of a mountain lake, and cave in the snow, and who is profiled in the recently released dakini power, just returned from a pilgrimage in china. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Jetsunma videos on the meridian trust website the meridian trust buddhist archive interviewed jetsunma tenzin palmo in october 2016 on the topics of buddhism how to start, buddhism in the west, compassion, path with a lineage and the studentteacher relationship. And we expend a great deal of effort trying to make ourselves happy. Tsultrim allione, author of women of wisdom in this book, ani tenzin palmo presents the most timely, profound, and lucid advice for all buddhist practitioners. Jetsunma tenzin palmo was born diane perry in woolmers park, hertfordshire, on june 30, 1943. It means garden of the authentic lineage and was chosen because dongyu nyima was the name of the previous khamtrul rinpoche, who was tenzin palmos personal guru. A collection of her teachings was released as the book into the heart of life by jetsunma tenzin palmo, snow lion publications.
After meditating for 12 years in a cave,000 feet up in the himalayas, she became a worldrenowned spiritual leader and champion of the right of women to achieve spiritual enlighte. Enjoy a full length talk from jetsunma tenzin palmo from the 20112012 christmas symposium. She first got into buddhism as a teenager in london, england, then went on to india at the age of 20, becoming one of the first western women to be ordained as a nun. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Jetsunma tenzin palmo the interview took place during the drukpa lineages annual drukpa council in the grand office bestowed upon jetsunma tenzin palmo by his holiness the gyalwang drukpa. Her biography, cave in the snow, got its name for the 12 years she spent. This book is a wonderful collections of dharma teachings by venerable tenzin palmo. Includes a bonus track of tenzin palmo introducing a retreat. When we injure our arm we keep it close to the body for protection. Dongyu gatsal ling is a nunnery for himalayan women in the drukpa kagyu tradition of tibetan buddhism, founded by jetsunma tenzin palmo. Jetsunma tenzin palmo, author of into the heart of life, reflections of a mountain lake, and cave in the snow, and who is profiled in the recently released. Meditator, teacher, and founder of dongyu gatsal ling, a nunnery in the drukpa kagyu lineage in tashi jong, india, ven. Jetsunma tenzin palmo takes the core teachings of the buddha and weaves into them deep personal insights. She has spent years in strict retreat, authored books, opened a nunnery, and vowed enlightenment.