Lama Eric Triebelhorn

Lama Eric Triebelhorn first came to KCC not long after graduating from college and quickly immersed himself in the center’s activities. He served as Board president for four years and was the first caretaker of our retreat land, Ser Chö Ösel Ling. In 2002, he moved to India to study Tibetan language and practice with Kyabje Bokar Rinpoche. He requested and was finally granted permission to participate in a traditional Shangpa three-year retreat at Bokar Monastery, which he completed in 2008.
Following retreat, Lama Eric translated for Khenpo Lodrö Donyö Rinpoche, Gyaltsab Rinpoche, and others and eventually served as an English teacher for the reincarnation of his teacher, Bokar Rinpoche. Lama Eric became KCC’s resident lama in January 2020.
Upcoming Programs by Lama Eric Triebelhorn

Vipashyana: Exploring the Nature of Being
In the wisdom tradition of Mahamudra, the principal meditation practices are shamatha and vipashyana. The mind resting at ease through shamatha (or calm abiding meditation), we gain some respite from the seemingly constant barrage of thoughts and emotions, which when not understood, serve to veil the nature of our being. But shamatha practice is not […]

Vipashyana: Exploring the Nature of Being - Zoom Only
In the wisdom tradition of Mahamudra, the principal meditation practices are shamatha and vipashyana. The mind resting at ease through shamatha (or calm abiding meditation), we gain some respite from the seemingly constant barrage of thoughts and emotions, which when not understood, serve to veil the nature of our being. But shamatha practice is not […]

Mahamudra Shamatha: Settling and Steadying the Wayward Mind
In the wisdom tradition of Mahamudra, the essence of shamatha (calm abiding) practice is resting in the knowing quality of mind. We cultivate this skill by recognizing that aspect of our being that is aware and training it on various supports to sustain the experience. This is essential practice can enhance all aspects of our […]

Mahamudra Shamatha: Settling and Steadying the Wayward Mind - Zoom Only
In the wisdom tradition of Mahamudra, the essence of shamatha (calm abiding) practice is resting in the knowing quality of mind. We cultivate this skill by recognizing that aspect of our being that is aware and training it on various supports to sustain the experience. This is essential practice can enhance all aspects of our Buddhist […]