About Ācārya Malcolm Smith

Ācārya Malcolm Smith
Ācārya Malcolm Smith encountered the Dharma in 1989 and has since studied under eminent gurus including H.H. Sakya Trichen, Chogyal Namkhai Norbu, and Kunzang Dechen Lingpa. He is experienced in traditional three-year solitary Tibetan Buddhist retreats and is a skilled translator with several works published by Wisdom Publications. In 2004, he received the Ācārya degree from the Sakya Institute and graduated from the Shang Shung Institute’s School of Tibetan Medicine in 2009. Smith's deep expertise and dedication make him a respected teacher in the Buddhist community.
Lukhang Temple mural depicting Dzogchen anuyoga practices such as tummo which work with the subtle body channels

List of well-known Dzogchen Teachers

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Rinpoche, Vajrayāna
In the realm of contemporary Dogzen teachers, a diverse array of masters and practitioners offer profound teachings and guidance worldwide. Introduction to Dzogchen Teachings Dzogchen, often referred to as the "Great Perfection," is a profound teaching and meditation practice within Tibetan Buddhism. It emphasizes direct realization of one's true nature, known as rigpa, beyond conceptual frameworks and intellectual understanding. Considered the pinnacle of spiritual attainment, Dzogchen teaches that every being possesses intrinsic wisdom and purity, which can be .
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