Dzogchen Teaching
The Essence of the Khadros
Instructions from Masters to Students
PART 1
May 5th-10th, 2025
Yeru Retreat Center
Emily MN
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There are teachings so rare, so profound, that they do not simply appear—they arrive when the soul is ready to receive them. This is one of those Yungdrung Bön Retreats.
Within the sacred embrace of Yeru Retreat Center, nestled deep within the forests of Minnesota—where the whispers of the water on Garuda Lake merge with the breath of the unseen— Latri Nyima Dakpa Rinpoche has chosen to reveal a long-veiled mystery:
The Essence of the Khadros
This is no ordinary teaching. It is an initiation, a doorway opening to an ancient power that has guided the devoted since time immemorial.
In this profound retreat, Rinpoche will teach on the 30 Khadros, their signs, their wisdom, and how they relate to the very essence of Bön. This is not a single event, but rather a two- to three-year teaching, offering students a rare opportunity to deepen their connection, understanding, and practice within this sacred tradition.
Students will receive guidance, wisdom, and practical applications to integrate these teachings into their daily practice and spiritual path. This retreat is an invitation to connect with the sacred feminine energies of the Khadros and receive their wisdom, healing, and blessings in a way that has been passed down for generations.
Over the next two to three years, this extraordinary experiential teaching promises to immerse students in the very essence of Bön, offering a transformative path for those dedicated to deepening their spiritual journey.
VENUE: YERU RETREAT CENTER, MINNESOTA
The retreat will be held at Yeru Retreat Center, a place of sacred stillness and deep spiritual energy. Nestled deep within the forests of Minnesota, along the tranquil shores of Garuda Lake, this sanctuary offers the perfect environment for immersing in profound spiritual practice.
Here, amidst the whispers of the water and the vast embrace of nature, students will have the space and stillness to fully absorb the essence of the Khadros. Yeru Retreat Center provides an intimate, sacred atmosphere for deep learning, meditation, and reflection, far from the distractions of everyday life.
This retreat will be held the week before the Cham Ma, Five Inner Circles of Cham Ma. You are invited to continue your retreat into the Cham Ma retreat. If interested in participating in both powerful retreats, there is a different fee schedule – please contact yerubon@yeruboncenter.org or 952-666-8529
RESERVATIONS & ACCOMMODATIONS
Yeru Retreat Center offers a variety of accommodations, ensuring a comfortable and immersive retreat experience.
- Private and shared rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- If you would like to share a room with another student, please let us know when registering.
- Additional lodging options may be available nearby if the retreat center reaches capacity.
MEALS
- Meals will be provided at Yeru Retreat Center, offering wholesome, nourishing food to support body and mind throughout the retreat.
- Yeru Bon Center will host a welcome dinner and a closing dinner to bring the community together in gratitude and connection.
- Coffee, tea, and water will be available throughout the retreat.
A PERSONAL RETREAT EXPERIENCE
This retreat is an opportunity for deep contemplation, inner transformation, and sacred connection. Beyond receiving Rinpoche’s teachings, students will have time to:
- Engage in meditation and reflection by Garuda Lake, within the forests, or in the retreat center’s sacred spaces.
- Have an audience with Rinpoche to discuss your practice and receive personal guidance.
- Experience the stillness of nature, allowing the essence of the Khadros to fully settle within you.
While the teachings are the focus, there will also be free time to walk the retreat grounds, enjoy moments of silence, and build connections with fellow practitioners.
We ask that all students arrive by January 5th, 2025, to settle in before the teachings begin on January 6th. A welcome dinner will be hosted on the evening of January 5th. The retreat will conclude on the evening of January 11th, with check-out by 11:00 AM on January 12th.
If you wish to arrive early or stay longer, please contact Yeru Bon Center at yerubon@yeruboncenter.org or 952-666-8529.
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE DATES AND TIMES:
Students are welcome to arrive on Sunday, May 4th and because of end of retreat timing, best to consider leaving on Sunday, May 11th. If you would like to participate at the Cham Ma Retreat, May 12th to 17th, please let us know.
There will be transportation from the Minneapolis Airport to the Retreat Center on May 4th, leaving at noon and return back to the airport on May 11th, leaving at 9:00 a.m. The retreat center is approximately 2.5 hours from the airport. Please plan your departure accordingly: 3 hours from the retreat center and an additional 2.5 hours to process your flight departure at the airport. We do not advise a departure prior to 3:00 p.m. Unless you have your own rental car.
REGISTRATION FEES & DETAILS
- Registration includes retreat, housing, meals, recordings, syllabus.
- Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to register early.
JOIN US FOR THIS SACRED JOURNEY
If your heart is open, filled with trust and warm-heartedness, and ready to receive these profound Bön teachings, we invite you to join us at Yeru Retreat Center for this multi-year teaching experience.
This is a rare and precious opportunity to deepen your connection to Bön, the Khadros, and your spiritual path in a setting designed to support your inner growth and transformation.
We look forward to welcoming you. May this retreat bring wisdom, clarity, and deep spiritual fulfillment to all who attend.
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