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What is the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism?

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Why is Nyingma considered the oldest Tibetan Buddhist school?

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Who founded the Nyingma tradition?

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What are the central teachings of Nyingma?

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How does Dzogchen fit into Nyingma practice?

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What is the role of Padmasambhava in the Nyingma lineage?

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What are terma, and how do they shape Nyingma teachings?

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How does Nyingma differ from the four newer Tibetan Buddhist schools?

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What are the main Nyingma texts and scriptures?

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Who are some of the most important Nyingma masters?

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What types of meditation practices are emphasized in Nyingma?

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How are rituals and tantric practices integrated into Nyingma?

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What are the major Nyingma monasteries and centers?

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How does one receive Nyingma teachings or empowerments?

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What is the significance of the guru-student relationship in Nyingma?

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How has the Nyingma tradition evolved in the modern era?

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What role do women play in the Nyingma lineage?

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How has Nyingma been transmitted to the West?

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What distinguishes Nyingma art and iconography?

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How can a beginner start learning Nyingma teachings?

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