About Lama Surya Das

Lama Surya Das (born Jeffrey Miller, 1950) is an American lama in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. A Dharma heir of Nyoshul Khenpo Rinpoche, he co-founded the Dzogchen Foundation and Center in 1991. Surya Das, a prolific author, poet, and meditation teacher, is renowned for his efforts in interfaith dialogue and charitable projects. He was named by Neem Karoli Baba in 1972. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Surya Das continues to promote Buddhism in the West through his teachings and writings.
Lama Surya Das (born Jeffrey Miller, 1950) is an American lama in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. A Dharma heir of Nyoshul Khenpo Rinpoche, he co-founded the Dzogchen Foundation and Center in 1991. Surya Das, a prolific author, poet, and meditation teacher, is renowned for his efforts in interfaith dialogue and charitable projects. He was named by Neem Karoli Baba in 1972. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Surya Das continues to promote Buddhism in the West through his teachings and writings.
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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