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Chogyam Trungpa Digital Library

The original teachings of one of the most important and influential Buddhist teachers of the 20th century, in audio, video, and transcript formats

Photo: "Leaning In" by Robert Del Tredici
Photo: "Leaning In" by Robert Del Tredici

Access a growing media collection of public talks and teachings with searchable transcripts and captions. Browse or search the recordings, explore stories and other resources for education and enjoyment.

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The 50th Anniversary of Naropa University!

To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the founding of Naropa University, we are re-releasing the Guide to The Naropa Collection: a gateway into the depth of Chogyam Trungpa’s world and teachings and the transformative early years of Naropa University.

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Conquering Ego's Deceptions: The Fiction of "I" and the Four Maras

Three seminars on ego and overcoming its schemes: Conquering the Four Maras I, Conquering the Four Maras II, and Conquering Ego's Deception. Read a feature article that explores these powerful teachings, as well as the dramatic setting for many of the talks: stormy Cape Breton, Nova Scotia in 1980 and 1981. This article includes a playlist of talks and a clip.

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Transcending Madness

Judy Lief, editor of Chögyam Trungpa's book Transcending Madness, introduces two 1971 seminars on the bardos and six realms. A playlist of the talks are included.
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Energy and Inspiration: Naropa Talks Become Books for All

Explore the many books that have been created from Chogyam Trungpa's talks at Naropa.

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Inspired by Notre Dame and the Star of Bethlehem

A year-end letter from CTI Director Carolyn Gimian featuring a festive and inspirational clip.

Dec 27, 2024
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New Release: Conquering Ego's Deceptions

As a grand finale to an exciting year for the Digital Library, we are thrilled to release three new seminars: Conquering the Four Maras I, Conquering the Four Maras II, and Conquering Ego’s Deception.

Dec 20, 2024
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Transcending Madness

Two new seminars on the bardos and six realms introduced by Judith Lief

Nov 7, 2024