July 10, 2026
18:00
The completeness of the Dzogchen Teaching is exposed through threefold aspects such as the Three Statements of Garab Dorje, the principle of the Base, Path and Fruit, and others, as well as their significance in Dzogchen practice.
The Retreat
The Dzogchen Teaching is authentically presented in the Tantras exposed by Garab Dorje, as well as in Agama (Tib. lung) and Upadesha. These are all considered unique genuine sources and the genuine content of transmission in all Dzogchen practice lineages. All of these sources refer to several principles grouped as triads. The understanding of these principles and their practical application is very relevant and important for proceeding successfully on the Dzogchen Path.
In this concise but intensive weekend retreat, we will learn and discuss the fundamentals of the Dzogchen Teaching presented in such a threefold way, which can actually expound the Dzogchen Teaching in its completeness.
Schedule (EEST, Bucharest time)
10 July 2026
18:00–20:00 – Introductory Session
11–12 July 2026
10:00–13:30 – Morning Teaching Session
15:00–18:30 – Afternoon Teaching Session
Speaker
Alexander Pubants was born in 1956. He studied in Saint Petersburg, specializing in Industrial Management, Cultural Management, and Social Pedagogy.
In 1988, he first met the Buryat scholar and lama (Geshe) of Aginsky Datsan (monastery), Lobsang Gombo.
Since 1992, Alexander has been a student of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu. From the same year, he has been responsible for organizing study and practice activities within the Dzogchen Community of Saint Petersburg, established under the guidance of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu.
Since 2004, he has held authorization and certification from his teacher to conduct lectures and seminars on Dzogchen teachings and the general foundations of spiritual practice.
After receiving authorization from Chögyal Namkhai Norbu qualifying him as a teacher of the Santi Maha Sangha educational program, he has conducted numerous courses, seminars, and lectures in various cities across Russia, Ukraine, and other countries, including Austria, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Lithuania, Estonia, Finland, and Romania.
He is a translator from Tibetan with more than 25 years of experience.
He currently resides in Nuremberg, Germany.
Donations
Your contribution supports the activities of Gars and Lings in the Dzogchen Community.
The suggested donation for this retreat is 100 EUR.
If you’re able to give more, you’ll help cover the costs for those who cannot contribute. If you cannot donate this amount, please consider supporting any Gar and Ling with Karma yoga. Also, contact us, explaining your circumstances. No-one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Languages
The retreat will be held in English. If you need translation, please let us know.