In 1995, I happened to pick up a Japanese translation of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu’s book “Wisdom of Dzogchen” and thought I wanted to meet him in my lifetime.
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Died – John Bidleman on September 24, 2025
John Bidleman, a long time member of the Dzogchen Community, passed away on September 24, 2025 in Northern California.
An Invitation to Enjoy and to Join Tashigar Norte!
Would you like to spend some months in an environment of practice, sun, sea with the possibility to work online or dedicate your time to a retreat?
A New Beginning for Tashigar Norte
Over the past three months we have had the joy of experiencing again what it is like to have our Vajra family participating in the Gar.
Dance of the Song of the Vajra at Tsegyalgar West
Harmony, presence and clarity were what came alive during these two weeks of marvelous retreat on the mountain at Tsegyalgar West. Practitioners from Ireland, Costa Rica, Italy, South Africa, Germany, United States and of course México were present and joined happily in the dance in this incredible and powerful place…
Update from Tsegyalgar West
We wanted to use the occasion of the arrival of a gust of fresh air and the evolutionary energy of the dragon to share with all of you the latest news about our current projects here at Tsegyalgar West and invite you to join us in one or more of the many ways that exist to be part of this Gar’s manifestation.
Died – Jacqueline Gens
Dear Vajra Brothers and Sisters, we are once again facing the loss and bardo transition of a cherished community member, Jacqueline Gens.
Santi Maha Sangha retreat with Grisha Mokhin at Tashigar Norte
The retreat is over. Four days flew by unnoticed and magically. In the morning, Margarita blessed us with rain, which ended just when we had to go out for the practice. In general, everything happens in the Gar at the right time.
Died – Maximiliano Zorrilla, Tashigar South
With deep sadness Tashigar South informs you that our Vajra Brother Maximilaino Zorrilla passed away on November 5th, 2023.
Coming Home to Tashigar North
I can only encourage all those who are thinking about coming to the events here, from December 2023 to March 2024, to do so. Tashigar Norte is a very special place, filled with the warmth of its people, the Caribbean joy of life and, of course, the spirit of Rinpoche.
Died – Robert Derr
A Painful Reminder of Impermanence: The Sudden Passing of Vajra Brother Robert Derr on October 21, 2023
News from Tashigar North
Tashigar Norrte is preparing to receive the participants of our next program that runs from December 2023 to March 2024. It has been more than ten long years that we have waited to be able to host IDC-related activities again.