Lama Surya Surya Das

About the Author

Lama Surya Das, a renowned American-born Buddhist teacher and author, has dedicated his life to bridging Eastern wisdom with Western sensibilities, offering accessible paths to spiritual awakening in the modern world. Born Jeffrey Miller, he trained extensively in Tibetan Buddhism under masters like the Dalai Lama and Nyoshul Khenpo Rinpoche, spending over three decades in rigorous retreat and study in the Himalayas and beyond. As a leading voice in contemporary Buddhism, he founded the Dzogchen Center and has authored numerous books that demystify meditation, mindfulness, and the essence of enlightenment. Through his teachings, Lama Surya Das empowers individuals to cultivate inner peace and compassion amid daily chaos, drawing from his unique perspective as a Western lama who embodies the timeless truths of the Buddha's path.