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“Our own suffering condition is illusionary. It’s fake news. Somehow our mind is tricking us to believe that this is all true but it is not true at all!”
— Francesco Prevosti

EPISODE 13

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FRANCESCO PREVOSTI

A Life of Service, Walking the Spiritual Path with Francesco and Lama Gangchen

Francesco Prevosti has had the great fortune to devote his entire life to the spiritual path. He has played a pivotal role in establishing several Buddhist centers, including the renowned Lama Tsong Khapa Institute in Pomaia, Italy, Nalanda Monastery in France, and the Albagnano Healing Meditation Centre.

His spiritual path into Buddhism and Eastern philosophy began in the early 1970s where he studied with many of the great Tibetan masters, including H.H. the Dalai Lama, Lama Yeshe, Lama Zopa and Lama Gangchen Rinpoche. He was one of the first westerners to become an ordained monk in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and is now an accomplished dharma teacher, translator, astrologer and photographer. As a monk and now as a layperson, Francescos presence is the embodiment of inner calm and equanimity.

In this conversation, you'll learn:

Join us as we delve into Francesco Prevosti’s remarkable life journey and his profound insights:

Overcoming Health Challenges: Discover how Francesco navigated health challenges that initially made traveling difficult, and how Lama Gangchen healed him to travel the world to many of the most sacred Buddhist sites.

Tales of History and Tradition: Francesco shares insights into the history of Tibet following the cultural revolution. Learn about sacred Buddhist practices, including the profound fire puja to overcome heavy energy.

Navigating Illusion and Reality: Francesco delves into the concept of illusionary reality and personal projections within one’s consciousness and the transformative power of meditation to cut through these illusions.

The Compassionate Presence of Lama Gangchen: Explore the profound impact of Lama Gangchen presence and compassion, including how he would shoulder the burdens of all those who sought his guidance.

The Passing of Francesco’s Father: Francesco discusses the spiritual beliefs and experiences surrounding his father’s passing, the passing of many other Lama’s as well as the enduring sense of Lama Gangchen’s presence even after his death.

In the hush of sacred fires, a monk’s steadfast call,

Francesco’s odyssey, as Puja flames enthrall.

Ancient Tibet’s wisdom, in his heart would dwell,

Through trials and health’s storms, profound stories to tell.

A path of the monk, karmic threads did entwine,

In Lama’s warm embrace, life’s battles did decline.

In the sanctuary of the heart, where ego took its leave,

Francesco’s journey, in authenticity achieved.

In Lama’s compassionate presence, souls converse.

A testament to spiritual grace’s undying flame,

Francesco’s voyage, an inspiration we acclaim.

Many Thanks to our Guest!

As we conclude this enlightening episode, we’re reminded of the transformative power of spiritual connection and the profound influence of compassionate spiritual guides like Lama Gangchen Rinpoche.

Francesco Prevosti’s journey serves as a testament to the enduring impact of a spiritual path and the importance of letting go of the ego for true growth.

A Big THANK YOU to Lama Gangchen United Peace Voices Music, SIAE Italy for all the inspiring music and recordings

A Special Thank you to Lama Caroline, Lama Michel, Franco Ceccerelli, Yogesh and Nilli Madhvani, Illaria Ceccerelli, Patagonia Gloria, Yvonne Ulrich, our producer Jason Sanderson and our amazing web designer Alina Wilczynski

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