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Featured Upcoming Event
Event ID: 4827
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Yarney is one of the most important traditions of Buddhist monastic life, dating back to the time of the Buddha. Yar means ‘summer’ and ney means ‘to stay or abide’. The Buddha established Yarney as a period for the Sangha to remain in one place during the monsoon, avoiding the difficulties of travel and the harm that could come to insects and young crops. The practice was later incorporated into the Vinaya, the Buddhist monastic code. Today, Yarney provides monastics with a dedicated period for study, contemplation and meditation, as well as restoring vows, making prayers and deepening their spiritual practice.
Event details: The Venerable Khenchen Konchok Rangdol Rinpoche is a prominent figure in the Drikung Kagyu lineage, currently serving as the 3rd Khenchen (abbot) of the lineage—the first ever from Ladakh, India, to hold this esteemed position. He is the former President of Tserkarmo Monastery and former Principal of Kagyu College at Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling Monastery, Dehradun, the main seat of His Holiness the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Drikung Kagyu Institute and is also the President of the Doon Buddhist Committee. He is widely recognized for his profound scholarship, teaching skills, and dedication to the Drikung Kagyu tradition, and regularly offers teachings in India and internationally, which are deeply appreciated for their clarity, openness, and accessibility.
Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special teaching event. At the time you register, there will also be the opportunity to make a voluntary offering in support of Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling monastery, Dehradun, India. From the closing registration date of September 14th, 2026, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
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Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
Featured Upcoming Event
Event ID: 4826
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Recorded by the Office of H.H. the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa, the first two sessions of the teaching will be available to view on Saturday and Sunday, August 15th and 16th, with further sessions on each subsequent weekend until September 19th, 2026. The teachings are given in Tibetan with simultaneous English and Chinese translation.
Event details: In order to help revive the Kagyu transmission of teachings on the tantras and, in particular, the advancement of the teaching of the Vajrayana in Kagyu monasteries, H.H. the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa has instituted this summer teaching program. In this year’s summer teaching, the Gyalwang Karmapa will continue last year’s discussion of the ‘Origins of Secret Mantra’.
Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special teaching event. Donations made related to this event are strictly voluntary, and any donations that are made will go to the Tibetan International Digital Library, a project supported by His Holiness. From the closing registration date of October 19th, 2026, onwards, the event will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
If you wish to be notified by email of further upcoming teachings at Tibetan Int’l Digital Library (USA), please sign in to your Gompa account and select ‘Notification Preferences’ from the Navigation Menu.
Gompa’s not-for-profit platform has been built specifically as an advertising-free alternative to commercial platforms, especially for the presentation of Dharma teachings and other Dharma activities and events. Gompa’s member-supporters enable us to keep Gompa’s purpose-built platform free of advertising and of all forms of data marketing. (The privacy of your personal data is fully respected on Gompa – we do not market or sell your personal data as on commercial platforms.)
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
Event ID: 4825
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: The Grand Vajrakilaya Drupchod is held annually at Sakya Centre in the seventh lunar month for fourteen consecutive days. The practices related to Vajrakilaya, a wrathful form of the Buddha Vajrasattva, are renowned for their exceptional ability to protect against and remove obstacles that hinder our lives and Dharma practice. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: This musically rich and beautiful puja begins with the ground ritual, accompanied by associated ritual practices and the Vajrakilaya Cham (sacred dance), followed by the creation of the Vajrakilaya sand mandala. Extensive pujas and offerings continue until the 13th day, when the Vajrakilaya Drum and Sword Dance is performed, and on the final day, the monastery ceremonially dismantles the sand mandala and offers Vajrakilaya blessings to the public.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 4th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4824
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: This ritual is said to be especially beneficial for both the living and the deceased and is dedicated to the well-being of all, particularly those who are sick and those who have passed away.You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Medicine Buddha Ritual’ is a powerful method for healing and increasing the healing powers of both oneself and others and for overcoming the inner illnesses of attachment, aversion, and the misapprehension of the nature of reality.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until August 20th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4823
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: The merits accumulated from participating in the Yang-dup ritual are regarded as tremendous, not only in terms of generating material wealth but also for increasing health, longevity, and spiritual development. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Yang-dup’ ritual is an elaborate prosperity and abundance summoning ceremony traditionally performed once a year at Jonang Takten Phuntsok Choeling monastery. This special practice invokes the blessing of Green Tara (Dolma) and the energies of the wealth deities to generate material resources, abundance, and prosperity.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until August 18th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4826
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Recorded by the Office of H.H. the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa, the first two sessions of the teaching will be available to view on Saturday and Sunday, August 15th and 16th, with further sessions on each subsequent weekend until September 19th, 2026. The teachings are given in Tibetan with simultaneous English and Chinese translation.
Event details: In order to help revive the Kagyu transmission of teachings on the tantras and, in particular, the advancement of the teaching of the Vajrayana in Kagyu monasteries, H.H. the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa has instituted this summer teaching program. In this year’s summer teaching, the Gyalwang Karmapa will continue last year’s discussion of the ‘Origins of Secret Mantra’.
Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special teaching event. Donations made related to this event are strictly voluntary, and any donations that are made will go to the Tibetan International Digital Library, a project supported by His Holiness. From the closing registration date of October 19th, 2026, onwards, the event will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
If you wish to be notified by email of further upcoming teachings at Tibetan Int’l Digital Library (USA), please sign in to your Gompa account and select ‘Notification Preferences’ from the Navigation Menu.
Gompa’s not-for-profit platform has been built specifically as an advertising-free alternative to commercial platforms, especially for the presentation of Dharma teachings and other Dharma activities and events. Gompa’s member-supporters enable us to keep Gompa’s purpose-built platform free of advertising and of all forms of data marketing. (The privacy of your personal data is fully respected on Gompa – we do not market or sell your personal data as on commercial platforms.)
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4827
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Yarney is one of the most important traditions of Buddhist monastic life, dating back to the time of the Buddha. Yar means ‘summer’ and ney means ‘to stay or abide’. The Buddha established Yarney as a period for the Sangha to remain in one place during the monsoon, avoiding the difficulties of travel and the harm that could come to insects and young crops. The practice was later incorporated into the Vinaya, the Buddhist monastic code. Today, Yarney provides monastics with a dedicated period for study, contemplation and meditation, as well as restoring vows, making prayers and deepening their spiritual practice.
Event details: The Venerable Khenchen Konchok Rangdol Rinpoche is a prominent figure in the Drikung Kagyu lineage, currently serving as the 3rd Khenchen (abbot) of the lineage—the first ever from Ladakh, India, to hold this esteemed position. He is the former President of Tserkarmo Monastery and former Principal of Kagyu College at Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling Monastery, Dehradun, the main seat of His Holiness the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Drikung Kagyu Institute and is also the President of the Doon Buddhist Committee. He is widely recognized for his profound scholarship, teaching skills, and dedication to the Drikung Kagyu tradition, and regularly offers teachings in India and internationally, which are deeply appreciated for their clarity, openness, and accessibility.
Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special teaching event. At the time you register, there will also be the opportunity to make a voluntary offering in support of Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling monastery, Dehradun, India. From the closing registration date of September 14th, 2026, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
If you wish to be notified by email of further upcoming teachings and special events at Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling, please select 'Notification Preferences' from the Navigation Menu.
Gompa’s not-for-profit platform has been built specifically as an advertising-free alternative to commercial platforms, especially for the presentation of Dharma teachings and other Dharma activities and events. Gompa’s member-supporters enable us to keep Gompa’s purpose-built platform free of advertising and of all forms of data marketing. (The privacy of your personal data is fully respected on Gompa – we do not market or sell your personal data as on commercial platforms.)
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4830
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: This special practice is dedicated to world peace, the well-being of all sentient beings, and the removal of obstacles to the body, speech, and mind of all the great masters upholding the Buddhadharma. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: This profound Vajrayana practice centred on the Anuttarayogatantra meditational deity (yidam) Guhyasamaja is a complex ritual involving visualization, mantra recitation, and symbolic offerings, with the aim of transforming the practitioner’s body, speech, and mind into those of a buddha and radiating these enlightened and protective qualities throughout the environment.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until August 15th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4829
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: This practice is dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, and to the well-being of all sentient beings. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: ‘Kangyur’ literally means the 'translated words' of the Buddha. The Kangyur is a collection of the Buddha's own teachings in Tibetan translation. Readings of the Kangyur generate tremendous merit and are beneficial to all sentient beings.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until August 26th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4828
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: This ‘Extensive Series of Special Practices’ is especially dedicated to the stable health and long life of H.H. the Dalai Lama and the other great masters of all traditions, to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, and to the well-being of all sentient beings and all sangha members, supporters, and benefactors. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The practices to be performed will include:
August 12th: Dispelling of Hindrances (maras) through the Heart Sutra Prayer (Sher-nying Du-dok).
August 13th: Purification Ritual by the way of Single-Deity Vajrabhairava (Jig-je Pa-chik Jangwa).
August 18th: Dispelling of Hindrances (maras) through the Heart Sutra Prayer (Sher-nying Du-dok).
August 19th: Medicine Buddha Sutra Ritual (Men-lha Dhoe-chog).
August 20th: Gyab-shi Choega (Four Hundred Offerings Ritual) and Tara Ritual (Dol-chog).
August 28th: The Sixteen Arhats Ritual (Ney-ton Chak-choe).
September 9th and 10th: Grand Propitiation Ritual of Dharma Protectors (Kangso Chenmo).
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 10th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4678
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: This is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until October 30th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4780
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4816
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 11th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4813
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4814
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4786
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4777
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4778
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4779
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4781
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the nuns’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the nuns remain within the nunnery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the nuns.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4782
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4783
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4784
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4785
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4787
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4795
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4796
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4788
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: In the sacred land of Shravasti — where Lord Buddha Shakyamuni spent twenty-five summer retreats — the 4th Annual Rainy Season Summer Retreat (Vassavasa) will take place at the Great Shravasti Centre. This auspicious retreat is being held under the boundless blessings and aspiration of His Holiness the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang Thinley Lhundup.
The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4789
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4793
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the nuns’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the nuns remain within the nunnery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the nuns.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4794
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4790
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4791
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4792
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the nuns’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the nuns remain within the nunnery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the nuns.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4798
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4803
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4804
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4799
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4805
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4806
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4800
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4801
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4807
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the nuns’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the nuns remain within the nunnery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the nuns.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4802
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4808
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4809
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4810
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4811
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the nuns’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the nuns remain within the nunnery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the nuns.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4812
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: ‘Rainy Season Summer Retreat’ (Yarney) is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 12th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4677
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: This is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 11th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4773
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: The teaching, recorded at Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA, is given in Tibetan with English translation. All ten sessions of the teaching will be available to view from July 18th, 2026. Part 1 of this teaching series is currently available to view on the Gompa site.
Event details: Atisha's most celebrated text, ‘Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment,’ sets forth the entire Buddhist path within the framework of three levels of motivation on the part of the practitioner. Atisha's text thus became the source of the lamrim tradition, or graduated stages of the path to enlightenment, an approach to spiritual practice incorporated within all schools of Tibetan Buddhism.
Geshe Gendun Samdup trained under the direct personal care and guidance of the previous Kyabje Serkong Tsenshap Rinpoche and attained the prestigious Geshe Lharampa degree from Ganden Jangtse Monastery in 1994. He taught for several years at the Land of Compassion Buddha Center in California in the 1990s and is well known for his ability to give inspiring teachings on classical Buddhist insights relevant to modern life.
Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special teaching event. At the time you register, there will also be the opportunity to make a voluntary offering in support of Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA. From the closing registration date of August 17th, 2026, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
If you wish to be notified by email of further upcoming teachings at Sravasti Abbey (USA), please select 'Notification Preferences' from the Navigation Menu.
Gompa’s not-for-profit platform has been built specifically as an advertising-free alternative to commercial platforms, especially for the presentation of Dharma teachings and other Dharma activities and events. Gompa’s member-supporters enable us to keep Gompa’s purpose-built platform free of advertising and of all forms of data marketing. (The privacy of your personal data is fully respected on Gompa – we do not market or sell your personal data as on commercial platforms.)
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4774
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: The ‘Festival of Turning the Wheel of Dharma’ (Chokhor Duchen), the anniversary of Shakyamuni Buddha’s first teaching, is one of the four major events celebrated by Buddhists around the world. For Tibetans, it occurs on the fourth day of the sixth Tibetan lunar month, which this year falls on July 18th, 2026. It is said that for seven weeks following his enlightenment, the Buddha did not teach. Finally, encouraged by Indra and Brahma, he turned the ‘Wheel of Dharma’ for the first time, at Sarnath, by teaching the ‘Four Noble Truths’. The merit of any good deeds performed during Chokhor Duchen is considered to be multiplied many times.
The webcast will be available to view by the end of the day (India time) on July 18th, 2026.
Event details: ‘Guru Puja’ (Lama Choepa) literally means ‘making offerings to the spiritual guide’. This beautifully poetic and profound guru puja practice is a powerful method for strengthening the guru-disciple relationship and for creating merit on this special day.
This special practice is dedicated to the long life of H.H. the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang, and the other great masters of all traditions, to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, and to the well-being of all sentient beings.
Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special event. At the time you register, there will also be the opportunity to make a voluntary offering in support of Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling monastery, Dehradun, India.
If you wish to be notified by email of further upcoming special events at Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling, please sign in to your Gompa account and select ‘Notification Preferences’ from the Navigation Menu.
Gompa’s not-for-profit platform has been built specifically as an advertising-free alternative to commercial platforms, especially for the presentation of Dharma teachings and other Dharma activities and events. Gompa’s member-supporters enable us to keep Gompa’s purpose-built platform free of advertising and of all forms of data marketing. (The privacy of your personal data is fully respected on Gompa – we do not market or sell your personal data as on commercial platforms.)
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4776
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: The ‘Festival of Turning the Wheel of Dharma’ (Chokhor Duchen), the anniversary of Shakyamuni Buddha’s first teaching, is one of the four major events celebrated by Buddhists around the world. For Tibetans, it occurs on the fourth day of the sixth Tibetan lunar month, which this year falls on July 18th, 2026. It is said that for seven weeks following his enlightenment, the Buddha did not teach. Finally, encouraged by Indra and Brahma, he turned the ‘Wheel of Dharma’ for the first time, at Sarnath, by teaching the ‘Four Noble Truths’. The merit of any good deeds performed during Chokhor Duchen is considered to be multiplied many times.
The webcast will be available to view by the end of the day (Nepal time) on July 18th, 2026.
Event details: The Guhyasamaja Drupchod is an extensive group practice (Drupchod), which includes the preparation of the sand mandala of Guhyasamaja, the inner and outer generation of the deity, and an empowerment. This profound Vajrayana practice centred on the Anuttarayogatantra meditational deity (yidam) Guhyasamaja is a complex ritual involving visualization, mantra recitation, and symbolic offerings, with the aim of transforming the practitioner’s body, speech, and mind into those of a buddha and radiating these enlightened and protective qualities throughout the environment. This Drupchod is said to carry a powerful blessing that can purify many aeons of negative karma, remove all obstacles, and endow profound confidence, wisdom, and merit.
Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special event. At the time you register, there will also be the opportunity to make a voluntary offering in support of Shelkar monastery, Kathmandu, Nepal.
If you wish to be notified by email of further upcoming special events at Shelkar, please sign in to your Gompa account and select ‘Notification Preferences’ from the Navigation Menu.
Gompa’s not-for-profit platform has been built specifically as an advertising-free alternative to commercial platforms, especially for the presentation of Dharma teachings and other Dharma activities and events. Gompa’s member-supporters enable us to keep Gompa’s purpose-built platform free of advertising and of all forms of data marketing. (The privacy of your personal data is fully respected on Gompa – we do not market or sell your personal data as on commercial platforms.)
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 4685
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: This is considered an especially meritorious time when it is traditional for lay followers to participate by making offerings for the monks’ food and tea during the period of retreat. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The summer retreat is a sacred tradition established by the Buddha Shakyamuni. During this time, the monks remain within the monastery and concentrate exclusively on study and practice. Special vows are taken and strict discipline is followed by all of the monks.
There is no webcast for this event. Gompa member-supporters are invited to register for the event and to send offerings, together with dedications, at any time up until September 29th, 2026.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 1894
Event type: Free Webcast
Brief description: These suttas (discourses) stress the practice of sati (mindfulness) for the purification of beings, and the overcoming of suffering, and for walking on the path of truth toward the realization of Nirvana. English and Chinese translation available.
[This event was originally webcast in December 2021 as Event ID 1835.]
Event details: The Satipatthana Sutta (The Discourse on the Establishing of Mindfulness), and the subsequently created Mahasatipatthana Sutta (The Great Discourse on the Establishing of Mindfulness), are two of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pali Canon of Theravada Buddhism, acting as the foundation for contemporary vipassana meditational practice. The Pali texts of the Satipatthana Sutta and the Mahasatipatthana Sutta are largely similar in content; the main difference being a section about the Four Noble Truths (Catu Ariya Sacca) in the Observation of Phenomena (Dhammanupassana), which is greatly expanded in the Mahasatipatthana Sutta.
Teaching recorded at H.H. the Dalai Lama’s residence in Dharamsala, HP, India. Donations made related to this event are strictly voluntary and any donations that are made will go to the Tibetan International Digital Library, a project supported by His Holiness.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 1602
Event type: Free Webcast
Brief description: The first formal discourse which the Buddha Shakyamuni gave following his attainment of buddhahood at Bodh Gaya was on the Four Noble Truths. The investigation and understanding of these four truths are regarded as an indispensable basis for a successful practice of the Buddhist path. [This event was originally webcast in March 2021 as Event ID 1578.]
Event details: The Four Noble Truths are: the truth of suffering (the unsatisfactory nature of cyclic existence), the truth of its origins (the causes of suffering), the truth of cessation (that there is a state free from suffering), and the truth of the path leading to such cessation.
Gaden Shartse Khensur Jangchup Choeden is a former abbot of Gaden Shartse monastery and former Executive Director of the Geluk International Foundation. He is a Deputy General Secretary of the International Buddhist Confederation and Vice President of the Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace. Khensur Jangchup Choeden also teaches widely in India and abroad, where his teachings are much appreciated for their clarity and directness.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 1599
Event type: Free Webcast
Brief description: Nagarjuna, the great 2nd century Indian master and leading proponent of the Madhyamaka philosophical school, wrote this celebrated poem as a letter of advice to his disciple King Gautamiputra. This course of teachings, recorded in August 2017 by Thrangu Monastery, Canada, is given in Tibetan with English and Chinese translation. [This event was originally webcast in December 2020 and January 2021 as Event ID 1469.]
Event details: Nagarjuna’s ‘Letter to a Friend’ gives a concise and comprehensive introduction to the entire path and practice of Mahayana Buddhism, guiding both householders and the ordained onto the path leading to liberation and enlightenment. The instructions are of special interest to those who wish to follow a spiritual path while continuing to live and work in society, styled in a language and imagery that are easy to understand.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 1600
Event type: Free Webcast
Brief description: This is a rare opportunity to receive step by step guidance from His Holiness on key elements of ‘Ngondro’, the inner preliminary practices, namely: taking refuge, developing bodhicitta (the altruistic intention to attain enlightenment for the benefit of all beings) and the practice of Mandala Offering. In English with simultaneous Chinese translation. [This event was originally webcast in August 2019 as Event ID 223. There were no webcasts on Days 7, 8, and 9.]
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Event ID: 1601
Event type: Free Webcast
Brief description: Karma is a Sanskrit word which means ‘action’. Karma refers to the doctrine of actions and their causal consequences. These three talks by senior teacher Karma Wangchuk Lhamo are given in Tibetan with English translation. [This event was originally webcast in July 2019 as Event ID 220.]
Event details: The concept of karma includes, in its causal aspect, both the actual actions (physical, verbal and mental) and the psychological imprints and tendencies created within the mind by such actions. After the commitment of an action a causal chain is maintained within the mental continuum which continues through successive events and rebirths. Such a karmic potential is later activated when it interacts with appropriate circumstances and conditions thus leading to the fruition of its effects. In general, if we act motivated by greed, anger, or delusion, we are planting the seed of suffering; when our acts are motivated by generosity, love, or wisdom, then we are creating the karmic conditions for openness and happiness.
Karma Wangchuk Lhamo was ordained at Thrangu Tara Abbey at the age of sixteen. In 1999 she entered solitary retreat for three years in Manang, Nepal. Between 2005 and 2014 she completed the nine year shedra studies course at Namdroling monastery in South India. Since 2014 she has been a senior teacher at Thrangu Tara Abbey.
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Event ID: 173
Event type: Free Webcast
Brief description: H.E. Minling Khenchen Rinpoche teaching on the fundamental importance of the cultivation of Bodhicitta (the altruistic intention to achieve enlightenment for the benefit of all beings) in our practice of Dharma (the process of spiritual transformation). English translation available.
[This event was originally webcast on 14 April 2018 as Event ID 152.]
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