Lama Norbu, Spiritual Master

Lama Norbu, master of vajrayana and an adept in Supreme Yoga Tantra, grew up in a matriarchal society near Lugu Lake (in the region of Shangri-La). In childhood he absorbed the Buddha-dharma from his father, who was also a lama. Later he traveled to India and was ordained as a monk in Sera Monastery. Throughout his journey, he endured social unrest, poverty, and hunger, all of which propelled him to seek ultimate liberation.

He received teachings from numerous, distinguished teachers and became thoroughly rooted in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, having completed his Geshe studies (equivalent to a PhD.) Under guidance from his master, he lived in Taiwan and Singapore prior to moving to America in 2005. He currently serves as spiritual advisor and administrator of the New Century Foundation (U.S.A.).

As Lama Norbu explains it, the word “Lama” is made up of La- (“supreme”) and –ma (“mother”), which when combined, means “Supreme Mother.” His understanding of this term reinforces the emphasis on female spiritual awakening in his new book, The Story of the Love Sutra Lama. He now transmits the precious tantric Shiva Garuda Dharma (otherwise known as the Phoenix-Agape Practice) around the world. The aim of this practice is to help people understand secrets of the spiritual world and to transcend the troublesome predicaments of worldly life.