About Vajrakilaya

Vajrakilaya is the wrathful embodiment of all Buddhas’ unshakeable compassion, whose practice pierces through the most stubborn inner obstacles, negative emotions, and spiritual forces using the sharp dagger of primordial wisdom. Reciting the Vajrakilaya mantra is renowned across the Nyingma tradition as the supreme method for destroying deep-seated karmic obscurations, purifying the three poisons of anger, desire, and ignorance, and protecting against spiritual pollution and illness. By invoking his wrathful frequency, practitioners nail down ego-clinging and clear external, internal, and secret hindrances.

In this transformative gathering, Khenpo Tenzin “Karze” Yeshi will offer essential commentary on the supreme qualities of Vajrakilaya and guide students in using this sacred practice to build unwavering stability on the path to awakening.

Registration

One day – $60 suggested donation

Whole Retreat – $108 suggested donation

How to Participate

Please note that this retreat will be held in person only at our Maryland temple so we may practice together as a unified body. Practice texts will be provided.

If you are unable to attend in person, we invite you to participate from afar by sponsoring the retreat or Tsog offerings. You may submit your prayer dedications and sponsorships online HERE. Please add a note specifying “Vajrakilaya Retreat” so we can properly route your offering.

Retreat Schedule

Saturday, September 26
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Session 1: Morning Practice – Riwo Sang Chöd, 21 Homages to Tara, and Guru Yoga
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Session 2: Vajrakilaya Practice
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch Break
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Session 3: Vajrakilaya Practice w/ Short Tsog Offering, and Protector Prayers

Sunday, September 27
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Session 1: Morning Practice – Riwo Sang Chöd, 21 Homages to Tara, and Guru Yoga
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Session 2: Vajrakilaya Practice
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch Break
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Session 3: Vajrakilaya Practice w/ Short Tsog Offering, and Protector Prayers

About Khenpo Tenzin Yeshi

Khenpo Tenzin Yeshi, affectionately known as Khenpo Karze, arrived at Namdroling Monastery in 1993 from his village in northern India. In 2006, he graduated from Ngagyur Nyingma Institute’s intensive Buddhist graduate course and, in 2011, received the degree of Khenpo, equivalent to a PhD in Buddhist Philosophy. He has received teachings and empowerments from many great Nyingma masters, and taught extensively in various Palyul temples in Nepal, India, Europe and Taiwan. Khenpo has been in residence at KPC since 2023, becoming a member of our community here, and providing traditional Dharma instruction to help us deepen our practice of wisdom and compassion.