The Venerable Lama Ngawang Rigdzin is originally from Nepal. Sixteen years ago, he became aware of the immense energy he was receiving, which led him to become a Lama. "Anyone can become a Lama, anyone can become a Buddha—everything is possible. But you need time, focus, and respect. The door is open to all human beings."
The Healing Power of Universal Energy
From a young age, he believed in the power of a supreme being and universal energy. His father was a special healer, trained in Tibetan tradition, who could heal people using nothing but mantras. "I saw my father perform miracles," he recalls. This experience led him into the world of spiritual and physical healing, focusing on Reiki teachings, and transforming into the Reiki Master he is today.
"I love Reiki because I know much about healing, and I believe in God's energy. A spiritual healer can help improve people's problems just by touching their bodies. You can heal, but also give love and compassion—without medicine, people can be cured. There are many therapies in the world, each with its own principles and rules, but the goal is always the same: to remove suffering. True healing comes through meditation and concentration. Without medicine or tools, people can heal and liberate themselves. I don’t just believe in this—I know this power exists."
Since 2000, Reiki has been recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a complementary healing therapy and is used in many hospitals worldwide with great success. Patients receiving Reiki treatments recover faster than those who do not.
"If people prepare themselves to receive Reiki, it will be more effective. Even if they are not prepared, it will still help, though not as strongly. Reiki can even be sent from a distance. If the recipient is open to it, the results will be positive. They must approach it with respect, an open mind, and love—this is how they prepare. Both the giver and receiver must be ready and strong for Reiki to work effectively," explains Lama Ngawang Rigdzin.
Reiki Meditation Center
Ngawang Rigdzin is the president and founder of the Reiki Meditation Center, an organization based in Nepal dedicated to spreading, teaching, and practicing Reiki.
"Today, our goal is to share Reiki knowledge with the world. Many people are suffering. If we can spread this understanding globally—if people learn what Reiki is—they will heal. We want to build a Reiki hospital in Kathmandu to help many, especially those with limited resources," he says.
"A Lama is a spiritual teacher. In Tibetan, La means 'God,' and Ma means 'Mother.' A Lama embodies both: the qualities of God and the love and compassion of a mother toward all people," Lama Ngawang Rigdzin explains. "There are many kinds of love, but a mother’s love is the greatest."
Acknowledging Mistakes
With deep compassion and a spirit full of kindness, Ngawang Rigdzin’s social work has extended to Chile in recent years, where he performs healing sessions in prisons and hospitals. He currently works with inmates at Barvaqua Prison, offering Reiki sessions and guiding them in reflection.
"We are not God—we are humans who make mistakes. This time [in prison] is for recognizing our errors. If we acknowledge them, that is already a big step. But if we refuse to admit them, that itself becomes the greatest mistake." He cites figures like Nelson Mandela, who left a mark on history even after imprisonment. "Everyone deserves a second chance—without a doubt."
Reiki for Everyone
He defines Reiki as a universal energy that heals while also providing love and harmony, regardless of social class, race, or religion.
"Reiki is not exclusive to any religion—it is a universal healing power. All religions have healing energy. In Christianity, Jesus healed through the laying on of hands. In Buddhism, the Buddha did the same. Every religion has had masters who used universal energy to heal. I am Buddhist, but I rarely speak of Buddhism when teaching Reiki because Reiki is for everyone," he concludes.