Path of Liberation Levels 1 & 2 with Mingyur Rinpoche

The essence of Tergar’s Path of Liberation is the recognition of nature of mind. During this in-person retreat, Mingyur Rinpoche will introduce the first and second pointing out instructions. Rinpoche will also give the White Tara empowerment. Moreover, Rinpoche will offer Buddhist refuge and reading transmissions for the Nectar of the Path and Dorje Drolö ngöndro practices.

Exciting Update from Rinpoche: Exclusive to this in-person retreat, Mingyur Rinpoche will teach from a song of realization (doha) by the eleventh-century Tibetan yogi Milarepa. The reading transmission and selections from the doha Caring for the Teacher Shakya Guna will be shared with all participants.

NOTE: This retreat has prerequisites. Please see the Requirements for Participation section below.

Participants Adding on a Residential Stay: July 23, 2026: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Commuter Participants: July 24, 2026: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

• Option 1: To have attended all three Joy of Living levels — Calming the Mind (Level 1), Opening the Heart (Level 2), and Awakening Wisdom (Level 3) — and completed the associated practice requirements
• Option 2: To have completed the full preliminary practices (the 4 x 100,000 ngöndro)
• Option 3: To have had a daily meditation practice for at least five years and attended either group or solitary practice retreats for a total of at least thirty days, with 6+ hours of formal meditation practice per day, under the guidance of a Buddhist teacher

The requirements for participation were set in consultation with Mingyur Rinpoche. In turn, we ask that you honor them. Thank you!

This program represents the core of Mingyur Rinpoche’s Path of Liberation training, providing instructions on the nature of mind. These teachings and practices are profoundly transformative and put you directly in touch with your true nature.

In this program, you will:

• receive the first and second pointing out instructions
• learn how to recognize and sustain the recognition of nature of mind throughout your life
• receive the transmissions for practicing Nectar of the Path, ngöndro, nine-fold breath, and shaking-HA

• learn the Dorje Drolö ngöndro and Nectar of the Path practices associated with these levels
• receive teachings on one of Milarepa's songs of realization

• Live teachings, Q&A, and practice sessions with Mingyur Rinpoche
• Teaching sessions with Tergar Lamas
• Q&A sessions with Tergar Guides
• Group meditation
• Refuge ceremony and White Tara Empowerment

We are pleased to offer two ways to participate: residentially on campus or as a commuter. After you purchase your program ticket for the Path of Liberation Levels 1 & 2 with Mingyur Rinpoche, you will then have the option to ADD ON a residential accommodation on the Lewis & Clark campus :

• Residential Stay Option (ticket ADD-ON): Fully immerse yourself in the retreat experience by staying on campus in a single or double-occupancy dorm room, or in an apartment with a single-occupancy bedroom (2 or 4 bedrooms per apartment) and shared bath, kitchenette, and sitting area. This residential option includes a meal pass for three meals per day in the Fields Dining Room on campus.
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• Commuter Option (included in program ticket purchase): For those preferring off-site accommodations, or for local participants, registration includes lunch daily and the option to purchase breakfast and/or dinner at the Fields Dining Room entrance.
  For those who prefer to stay off campus, here is a list of local suggestions: Hotel & Transportation Information.

The Residential Stay (ticket ADD-ON purchased after you register for the Path of Liberation Program) includes 3 meals daily in the Fields Dining Room on campus.

Each Commuter registration automatically includes lunch daily. Commuter participants will have the option to purchase breakfast and/or dinner at the entrance of the Fields Dining Room.

The Lewis & Clark food service provider, Bon Appétit, takes special care to offer many different meal options with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free selections always available. With their Farm to Fork initiative, their dining hall strives to utilize locally sourced options from farmers around the Pacific Northwest whenever possible, giving their diners the opportunity to enjoy super fresh regional favorites.

While Bon Appétit strives to accommodate various dietary preferences, it may not be possible to cater to specific dietary restrictions. If you have severe dietary restrictions and/or food allergies, you may consider bringing your own food and taking necessary precautions to avoid any potential reactions. Your understanding is appreciated.

Friday, July 24

9:00 AM - 5:45 PM: Teachings and Practices

Saturday, July 25

9:00 AM - 5:45 PM: Teachings and Practices

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Dr. Richard Davidson Path of Liberation Talk

Sunday, July 26

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Teachings and Practices

Monday, July 27

9:00 AM - 5:45 PM: Teachings and Practices

Tuesday, July 28

9:00 AM - 5:45 PM: Teachings and Practices

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Refuge Ceremony and White Tara Empowerment

Wednesday, July 29

9:00 AM - 12:00 p.m. Teachings and Practices (Closing Session)

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