Rinpoche’s Animal Friends
This book features over a hundred plush toys decorated and blessed by Lama Zopa Rinpoche, each inscribed with meaningful messages and mantras that reflect his great love for us and his wish to inspire and open our hearts. Read excerpts online or order your free copy of Rinpoche's Animal Friends from our online store.
Being Aware of the Illusion
In this excerpt from the 52nd Kopan Course, Lama Zopa Rinpoche advises that everything which appears as real is a projection, like a dream, and recommends practicing this awareness in daily life.
The Purpose of Our Life
In this teaching excerpt from the 52nd Kopan Course, Lama Zopa Rinpoche advises that our purpose in life is to bring all sentient beings to buddhahood, the awakened state.
Having a Good Heart
Rinpoche discusses the importance of practicing bodhicitta and the good heart in this teaching excerpt from the 52nd Kopan Course.
Seeing the Suffering of Others
In this teaching excerpt from the 52nd Kopan Course, Lama Zopa Rinpoche explains that when we think of the deep suffering of others, we have no choice; compassion must arise for them.
Kopan Course No. 52 (2019): eBook
Lamrim teachings by Lama Zopa Rinpoche at the 52nd Kopan Meditation Course.
Nyung Nä Teachings at Lawudo (1977)
Lama Zopa Rinpoche gave these teachings during a nyung nä retreat at Lawudo Retreat Centre, Solu Khumbu, Nepal, in June 1977.
Working at the Dharma Center: Bearing Hardship with a Happy Mind
Lama Zopa Rinpoche advises how to avoid burnout and maintain a happy mind while offering service at the center.