with Dr. Tanzin Dargye

June 7th – 9th, 2008
Fee: $225

This introductory course in moxibustion meets Saturday, Sunday and Monday: 8:30 am -12:30 pm & 2:00 – 5:00 pm at the Shang Shung Institute on 18 Schoolhouse Rd., Conway, MA 01341.

The course is led by Dr. Tanzin Dargye. A graduate of the Tibetan Medical School in Lhasa, Dr. Tanzin Dargye has taught at the University of Lhasa and has instructed physicians in a hospital in Southern Tibet.

Moxibustion is a method of curing disease by applying heat to specific points on the body, and is one of the most important treatments in Tibetan Medicine. In Tibetan, moxibustion is called Me bRtsa, Me meaning fire and bRtsa meaning to burn. Moxibustion treats disease by applying heated herbs, oils and/or minerals to specific points on the body. Depending on the disease various degrees of heat are applied. These are mainly classified as warming, cooking and burning. The root text of Tibetan Medicine describes 72 points to which heat can be applied, although additional texts describe many more. Moxibustion primarily treats what Tibetan Medicine classifies as cold natured diseases. These include: indigestion, cancer and tumors, nerve problems, lymphatic problems, depression, amnesia, and many other illnesses.

For more information please call (413) 369-4928 or email secretary@shangshung.org.

To learn more about the Shang Shung Institute and register online, visit http://www.shangshung.org.

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Spoken in Merigar, November 3rd, 2007, during the Shang Shung Lottery extraction, at the end of the Chang Chog of Namcho Shitro Retreat:
"I want to say people of the Shang Shung Institute are working very well and I want to say thank you very much. Because it is something important, Shang Shung Institute and our organization of ASIA, because each of these organizations, there is a very precise aim for realizing something. You know, the Dzogchen Community is more community for spirituual field and they are more interested in the teachings and practice, but then if we are interested in teachings, we must understand from where teachings are coming, until today who maintained these teachings, (kept them) alive. Most of the field of teachings is Tibet. For example, we say in ancient time from India, Oddiyana, Shambhala, etc., but everything is history today. All teachings, Sutra, Tantra, Dzogchen, etc., ancient texts, for example, at that period, were translated in Tibet, and in Tibet, they are alive until today. so we must maintain Tibetans, Tibetan culture, and spiritual knowledge. The base we are supporting. And doing like Shang Shung Institute and ASIA, is for that reason. So, they are working very hard, and, also, I want to say to all people try to understand, and to collaborate."

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Chögyal Namkhai Norbu has very kindly accepted the Shang Shung Institute’s request to give a Medicine Buddha Empowerment, to promote health and well being among practitioners. This will happen during the course of the retreat scheduled for early June 1st from 5-6pm at Tsegyalgar East in Conway, MA.

Shang Shung Institute continues to offer intensive courses in Tibetan Medicine to interested participants. The intensive courses provide an opportunity to study and learn Tibetan Medicine from qualified Doctors on subjects including Tibetan massage, astrology, herbal medicine, mental illness, and other key subjects which are part of this healing science.

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The American Branch of Shang Shung Institute is planning a Tibetan Medicine Symposium, to be held on June 13th – 15th, 2008, in Conway, Massachusetts. Chögyal Namkhai Norbu has kindly agreed to be the keynote speaker at the symposium.More details (venue, times, and soon) will be released closer to the symposium date. The conference will be open to the public, and all scholars, students, and practitioners of Tibetan medicine are welcome to participate.

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The Institute has been working to have a new Tibetan Doctor join the faculty of the Tibetan Medicine Four Year Program, and we are very fortunate to have Dr. Tenzin Dakpa joining us. He comes to the Institute highly qualified in Tibetan Medicine. The Institute will send out a formal announcement on the new teacher and his education and background in the field of Tibetan Medicine in the coming posts.

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Two years ago, I met the Master Chögyal Namkhai Norbu for the first time and it was destiny that brought me from my work as a nurse to being the secretary at the Shang shung Institute in Italy

Thanks to this fabulous opportunity, and the kind international staff working with me, I have discovered the main point of the Shang Shung Institute: the transmission, and supporting that through the physical diffusion of the Master’s wisdom (book, audiovisual materials, arranging courses, and so on) for the welfare and wellbeing of the spirit, as well as the body, of all human beings.

The second point is that Shang Shung brings the Dzogchen Teachings to all students of the Dharma, and to all people who are interested in becoming a practitioner. This is why Shang Shung Institute works so hard to realize many projects such as editing new books, organising courses in Varja Dance, Yantra Yoga, Tibetan language and translation, Tibetan medicine, and Santi Maha Sangha Training. We also participate in the Master’s retreats, where we offer our products for sale. Yet there are many projects and objectives for the future still to be realized by Shang Shung. So many good ideas come out every day in the office, or during each meeting, when we discuss together, and try to understand, how we can become more useful for practitioners and meet their pressing, and more ongoing, needs, how we can better work together for the preservation and continuation of the Dzogchen teachings and Tibetan culture, now, and in the future.
I’m not alone. All around me, and ready to help, are the members of the Shang Shung Staff. Full of young, and more experienced, people working in many areas, you can feel, here, an atmosphere full of collaboration, tolerance, openness, and relaxed attitudes. Clime and I share the perception that everyone on the staff comes to the office every day with a strong motivation and intention to give their best.
I see this Institute as a small baby ... slowly, slowly, we are growing, calmly and with patience, learning to walk, and each step is success for us, a nice present, and a good sign of our efficient work. It is for this reason that I hope that all the members of the International Dzogchen Community will join us, and help us to increase an develop,
and to accomplish, all of our tasks.
Tashi Delegs,
Luisa Velasco Luna

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It began more than 4000 years ago in Shang Shung, the first kingdom of the land that would later become known as
Tibet. We are fortunate for the heritage that has come to us today in all its beauty and complexity. The International Shang Shung Institute is committed to the preservation of this vast and significant body of knowledge. All of our activities aim to sustain the unique culture and understanding of the Tibetan people, and keep the essential values of these traditions alive and thriving. Founded in 1989 by Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, and inaugurated by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso, the International Shang Shung Institute promotes various initiatives for the preservation and diffusion of knowledge related to Tibet, past and present; from expertise and instruction on various aspects of Tibetan culture to the production of a
variety of items related to Tibetan teachings. Its staff is composed of people from all nationalities – Tibetan, Indian, Italian, and Austrian
– and from all walks of life, with 30 years of lived experience in dealing with Tibetan wisdom. For many years now we have been working on several large projects. They are all equally important and cover a wide range of Tibetan knowledge. Here are
some examples of our activities:
• the programs in Tibetan Medicine
• the translation work of ancient texts of wisdom (Ka-ter Translation Project)
• the preservation of the Teachings of Tibetan Masters
• the work on the immense archive
• the work on publications of books and practice materials such as DVDs, CDs and MP3s
By joining us as a member you will prove your interest in Tibetan culture and your commitment to preserve it for future generations. Your concrete support will help us ensure that the wisdom and knowledge of such a rare and unique civilization will not be further endangered.
There are four levels of membership:
Preliminary membership:
5 Euros or $ 7
This is a limited form of membership, and a mandatory requirement to purchase any of the products offered by Shang Shung Institute. The membership lasts from your first purchase until December 31st of the same year, and is
not renewed automatically. Please note access to the web shop of Shang Shung Institute is already included in membership to the International Dzogchen Community.

Ordinary membership:
50 Euro or US $ 70
This membership lasts from your payment of the membership fee until December 31st of the same year, and
is not renewed automatically. Ordinary members have the right to attend the annual general assembly of members. In addition, each ordinary member receives:
• a crystal with the logo of Shang Shung Institute printed inside
or a calendar with photos from Tibet produced by Shang Shung Institute
or choose one item, free from our web shop – a CD, DVD or book, produced by either SSI or Shang Shung Editions;
• a fine quality ballpoint pen inscribed with the name Shang Shung Institute;
• free mailing of these gifts anywhere in the world;
• full access to our web shop.

Sustaining membership:
108 Euro or US $160
This membership lasts from your payment of the membership fee until December 31st of the same year, and is not renewed automatically. Sustaining members have the right to attend the annual general assembly of members. In addition, each sustaining member receives:
• a crystal with the logo of Shang Shung Institute printed inside
or a calendar with photos from Tibet produced by Shang Shung Institute;
• choose one item, free from our web shop – a CD, DVD, or book, produced by either SSI or Shang Shung Editions;
• a fine quality ballpoint pen inscribed with the name Shang Shung Institute;
• free mailing of these gifts anywhere in the world;
• full access to our web shop.

Meritorious membership:
360 Euro or US $ 500
This membership lasts from your payment of the membership fee until December 31st of the same year, and is not renewed
automatically. Meritorious members have the right to attend the annual general assembly of members.
In addition, each meritorious member receives:
• a 10% discount on all courses and seminars of the ISSI;
• a crystal with the logo of Shang Shung Institute printed inside,
or a calendar with photos from Tibet produced by Shang Shung Institute;
• a crystal with the Tibetan letter A printed inside;
• choose two items, free from our web shop– CDs, DVDs, or books, produced by either SSI or Shang Shung Editions;
• a fine quality ballpoint pen inscribed with the name Shang Shung Institute;
• a calculator of the Shang Shung Institute;
• free mailing of these gifts anywhere in the world;
• full access to our web shop.
Thank you
for your support!
You can become a member, or renew for 2008, on our website www.shangshunginstitute.org
(the prices in dollars apply to North Americans only)

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2008 Calendar of Public Courses in America:
In addition to the four year Tibetan medicine training, there is an exciting schedule of courses for 2008 for all interested in learning about Tibetan medicine. There is something for everyone!

Monthly Public Talks on Topics of Tibetan Medicine with Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo
Join Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo for her fascinating talks on various topics of Tibetan medicine. These lectures are a rare opportunity to acquire a wealth of knowledge in one evening. The talks are held on the first Friday of each month from 7-9 pm at the Shang Shung Tibetan Healing Center, 16 Center St., Suite 323, in Northampton, MA. Suggested donation for each monthly talk is $15. Please RSVP at: (413) 585 1081.

Friday, April 4th, 7 -9pm: Sacred Conduct of the Tibetan Physician
This discussion covers the high standards of ethical conduct required to carry the title of physician in Tibetan society.

Friday, May 2nd, 7 -9pm: Properly Harvesting and Processing Herbs in Tibetan Medicine
This discussion focuses on the identification of medicinal herbs, the correct season and method of harvesting, detoxifying, drying and storing herbs, and preparation of herbal medicines.

Summer Intensive Courses 2008
The Shang Shung Institute features special guest teachers from around the world who offer valuable intensive courses in Tibetan medicine. The following summer classes will be held at Tsegyalgar the seat of the International Shang Shung Institute USA Branch at18 Schoolhouse Road, Conway MA, 01341. They are open to the public and preregistration is encouraged. For more info visit ShangShung.org

June 7-9: Tibetan Moxibustion--with guest instructor Dr. Tanzin Dargye
The Tibetan Healing Science Tantras list moxibustion as one of the ‘strong’ external therapies. Moxibustion treats disease by applying heated herbs, oils and/or minerals to specific external points on the body.

June 17-19: Mental Illness, Health of Body, Mind and Spirit in Tibetan Medicine--with guest instructor Dr. Konchog Gyaltsen
This course will explore the interdependent relationship between the body and mind, and the many factors which contribute to our mental health and illness.

June 25-29: Tibetan Kunye Therapy Level I-with resident instructor Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo
Kunye Therapy is the traditional system of gentle external treatments taught in the Tibetan Healing Science Tantras. The function of Kunye Therapy is to soothe and relax tensions, balance the elements of the body, and therapeutically relieve many ailments. Kunye Therapy includes techniques such as massage, treating crucial points, medicinal oils, gemstones, hot and cold stones and compresses, medicinal vapors and baths.

July 17-20: Tibetan Kunye Therapy Level II-with resident instructor Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo
Kunye Therapy Level II explores the techniques indicated for both healthy and sick people including massage, treating crucial points related to the internal organs, the properties and applications of medicinal oils, hot and cold stones and compresses. Kunye Massage Level I is a prerequisite.

September 2: Four Year Complete Tibetan Medicine Training – New Fall Semester Begins
Classes are held at the Shang-Shung Institute in Conway, MA.
Weekly schedule includes classroom study of the four Tibetan Healing Science Tantras, Tibetan language instruction, instructional and applied Kunye Therapy, and the history of Tibetan medicine and culture. Regularly scheduled guest instructors offer supplementary intensives in traditional herbology, astrology, external therapies, advanced medical theory, and related topics. Apply online for the new incoming class at: ShangShung.org

All New Kunye Therapy 250 & 500 Hour Certification Courses in Berkeley, CA.
Basic Level: July 30th – September 10th 2008 – 250 hrs
Advanced Level: January 5th – February 16th 2009 – 250 hrs
The Shang Shung Institute commences 250 & 500 hour certification courses of traditional Kunye Therapy in Berkeley, California. The courses are divided into a 250 hour basic level and a 250 hour advanced level. The basic level course provides training in the theory and techniques of Kunye Therapy, as well as a broad foundation of instruction on traditional Tibetan medicine theory from the Tibetan Healing Science Tantras. The course includes history, anatomy & physiology, diagnostics, etiology, preventative medicine, and treatment of disease. Those who wish to fulfill the 500 hour certification can move on to the advanced level which includes advanced Kunye theory and methodology, medicinal oils theory and practicum, advanced practice and final examination. The course instructors are Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo and Dr. Kalsang Yangdron and it will take place at Dondrubling, the Dzogchen Community center in Berkeley, CA. Learn more about Kunye Therapy and this course at ShangShung.org

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Upcoming Intensive Courses in America

January 2008:
Tibetan Kunye Massage Level I with Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo
January 18 – 23rd, 2008
Shang Shung Healing Center, Northampton, Massachusetts USA
Fee: $380
36 PDA credits from the NCCAOM are available for this course

Summer Intensives 2008:
Tibetan Kunye Massage Level I with Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo
June 25th – 29th, 2008
Starts Wednesday Evening and meets all day Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Fee: $380
36 PDA credits from the NCCAOM are available for this course

Tibetan Kunye Massage Level II with Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo
July 17th – 20th, 2008
Starts Thursday evening and meets all day Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday
Fee: $380
36 PDA credits from the NCCAOM are available for this course

Moxabustion with Dr. Tanzin Dargye
June 7th – 9th, 2008
Weekend after Tsegyalgar retreat with Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche. Dr. Dargye, Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo’s brother, joins us from Tibet for this course in moxabustion.
Meets daily Saturday, Sunday and Monday: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm & 2:00 – 5:00 pm

Mental Illness with Dr. Konchog Gyaltsen
June 17 – 19th, 2008
Dr. Gyaltsen will be staying in the area after the Tibetan Medicine Symposium to give this three day course on mental illness as seen in Tibetan Medicine

Additional Courses Offered:

Advanced Astrology with Dr. Chime Rabten & Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo
August 22nd – 27th, 2008
Prerequisite of Astrology I necessary to attend this course.
Offered for SSI Medicine Program Class of 2009 & 2011 & previous astrology course attendees.

For more information contact us directly at info@shangshung.org or 413.369.4928

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