About Elias Capriles

Elías Manuel Capriles Arias, born in Venezuela in 1948, is a prominent author and scholar in philosophy, psychology, Buddhism, and various disciplines. He held the Chair of Oriental Studies at the University of Los Andes, Venezuela, from 1993 to 2003, later moving to the Center for African and Asian Studies until his retirement in 2014. Capriles is renowned for his extensive writings on transformation, political philosophy, Buddhism, aesthetics, and ecology. He continues to influence both academic and Buddhist communities globally with his profound insights and activism.
Elías Manuel Capriles Arias, born in Venezuela in 1948, is a prominent author and scholar in philosophy, psychology, Buddhism, and various disciplines. He held the Chair of Oriental Studies at the University of Los Andes, Venezuela, from 1993 to 2003, later moving to the Center for African and Asian Studies until his retirement in 2014. Capriles is renowned for his extensive writings on transformation, political philosophy, Buddhism, aesthetics, and ecology. He continues to influence both academic and Buddhist communities globally with his profound insights and activism.
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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2024
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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