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Shang Shung Institute
Words of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu on Tibetan Culture
Message from Shang Shung Institute Austria with Rinpoche’s words about the importance of Tibetan culture and the necessity of preserving this unique culture.
Photography Competition ‘Himalayan World’
Dear Friends, photography lovers and Himalayan travelers, the Shang Shung Institute UK is announcing a special online photography competition, overall winner gets 500$!
Awareness, Breathing and Movement
A wonderful two-day seminar on awareness, breathing and movement with Igor Berkhin and Fabio Andrico took place on 31 July and 1 August 2018 in Moscow
Ka -Ter – Training for Translator from Tibetan
Join us and learn to translate ancient texts from the Tibetan tradition. If you are already skilled you can deepen your knowledge, discuss techniques, compare with others, and train your ability in a collaborative environment inspired by the ancient practice of translating in groups.
The Shang Shung Foundation Multimedia Archive at Merigar West
There are forty years of history of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu and the International Dzogchen Community in the Shang Shung Foundation Archive at Merigar West
Ka-Ter Translation Project News
For more that forty years our translators like Adriano Clemente, Elio Guarisco and Jim Valby have dedicated their time, energy and knowledge to translate these sometimes very cryptic texts into English.
Due to their extraordinary work we, who do not have the capacity to understand Tibetan in the correct way, have access to this outstanding knowledge of Tibetan Masters, which is such a precious gift for all generations.
Welcome to New Administrator for Shang Shung Institute, USA
Shang Shung Institute USA welcomes our new Administrator, Travis Riemer!
SSI Russia School of Tibetan Medicine Internship in Tibet
This year a group of 16 graduates of SSI Russia’s four-year course on Tibetan medicine went to Sinin (Qinghai) for three months’ practice
Shang Shung Austria Ka-ter Translation Projects Update
This enormous work is based on the real understanding and tireless dedication of our translators, the excellent work of the editors, and your generosity
Updates from the Zikhang Library at Merigar West
Update on the treasure trove of books at Merigar West and the project of the new online catalogue to improve their availability, both physically and online
SSF International Photo Contest
Closing on 17th March 2018. Share your best photos of Shang Shung Foundation and International Dzogchen Community activities and win attractive prizes.