Schedule of Events
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Featured Upcoming Event
Event ID: 2610
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: All five sessions of the teaching will be available to view on Sunday, June 4th, 2023. The teachings are given in English, with Italian translation, and are recorded by Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA.
Event details: In this teaching, Venerable Thubten Chodron explains how anger arises, what anger is, and how anger interacts with our lives. She explores the disadvantages of anger, and how anger relates to attachment and social change, and explains the Buddhist perspective on how we can overcome anger both toward ourselves and others.
Venerable Thubten Chodron is an American Buddhist nun and the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey, a Buddhist monastery in Newport, Washington, USA. Ordained since 1977, she is a student of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Tsenzhap Serkong Rinpoche, and several other Tibetan lamas. She is currently assisting His Holiness the Dalai Lama with the writing and publication of The Library of Wisdom and Compassion, a multi-volume series on the Buddhist Path. Visit thubtenchodron.org for a media library of her teachings, and sravastiabbey.org to learn more about the Abbey.
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 the Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA. From the closing registration date of July 3rd, 2023, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are also cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
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Featured Current Event
Event ID: 2541
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: The first two sessions of the teaching will be available to view from Saturday and Sunday, May 6th and 7th, with consequent sessions on each following Saturday and Sunday until May 27th, 2023. The teachings, recorded at Kagyu College, Dehradun, India, are given in Tibetan, with English translation.
Event details: ‘Seven Points of Thought Transformation’ is one of the most celebrated manuals on the practice of Lojong (Thought Transformation or Mind Training). Written by the Kadampa master Chekhawa, the text expounds, within the framework of seven points, the essential practices for training the mind in the generation of Bodhicitta and integrating the Bodhisattva ideals into daily life. The seven points are:
1. The preliminary practices of Lojong.
2. The main practice: training mind in the practice of the two kinds of Bodhicitta.
3. Transforming adverse circumstances into favourable conditions on the path to enlightenment.
4. Methods for integrating this practice into daily life.
5. The measure of determining the success of one's mental training.
6. The commitments associated with Lojong practices.
7. The precepts to be followed by a Lojong practitioner.
Khenchen Nyima Gyaltsen was born in 1976. He studied both at Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling monastery in Dehradun and at the Dzongsar Shedra monastic college in Bir, India. In 2002 he was appointed Khenpo by H.H. the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang and has been a teacher at the Kagyu College ever since. From 2005 onwards, he has overseen the translation of Buddhist texts into foreign languages for four to five months every winter. In addition, in 2008, he started to teach in Dharma centres in the East and West during his annual holidays. In 2013, he was appointed the second Khenchen of the main seat of Drikung Kagyu in India by H.H. the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang. As directed by His Holiness, he is leading the Vikramashila Translation Project and giving teachings and translation instructions in the Milarepa Center in Germany for three months every year.
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 Kagyu College, Dehradun, India. From the closing registration date of June 26th, 2023, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are also cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
Gompa’s webcast platform has been built specifically as an advertising-free service for the presentation of Dharma teachings and other Dharma activities and events. Gompa’s member-supporters enable us to keep the Gompa site free of advertising. (The privacy of your personal data is fully respected on Gompa – we do not market or sell your personal data as on commercial platforms.)
All Events
Event ID: 2558
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Kagye Dubpa’ is a set of teachings and contemplative practices entrusted to Guru Rinpoche and the Eight Vidyadharas of India. The practice is said to act as a powerful remedy to the negative forces in the world, to promote inner peace, and peace within the community and throughout world, and to create tremendous benefits for those who participate with an altruistic motivation.
Gonpo Tro-gyak is an extremely profound practice focusing on Mahakala. This sophisticated torma offering ritual, which is performed for the benefit of all sentient beings, is regarded as highly effective in averting obstacles and establishing favourable conditions for the practice of Dharma.
These prayers and practices are dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 17th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2611
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Ushnishavijaya is a meditational deity specifically related to longevity. The practices related to Ushnishavijaya carry a powerful blessing, which can purify the negative deeds committed in past lives and increase merit and lifespan in the present life. This special practice is dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2583
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
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 Guru Puja (Lama Choepa) is dedicated to the long life of all the spiritual masters and for the benefit of all beings, living and dead.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2584
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Ushnishavijaya is a meditational deity specifically related to longevity. The practices related to Ushnishavijaya carry a powerful blessing, which can purify the negative deeds committed in past lives and increase merit and lifespan in the present life. This special practice is dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2585
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Guhyasamaja Self-Initiation Ritual’ is said to bestow great benefit and blessing to all participants – including the clearing away of obstacles to our lives and practice, the overcoming of illness, and the alleviation of negative mental states and depression.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2586
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The Sojong (Healing and Purification) is a bimonthly practice of confession observed by members of the monastic community. This is a highly effective method for purifying oneself of negative karma and reinforcing and stabilizing one’s orientation towards virtue.
‘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. ‘Tsok’ or ‘Ceremonial Feast Offering’ is an important Vajrayana practice of offering and purification through which merit and the realisation of the ultimate nature of mind are generated and shared.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2588
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2591
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Sixteen Arhats Ritual’ is a special practice of making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, and it is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
‘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. ‘Tsok’ or ‘Ceremonial Feast Offering’ is an important Vajrayana practice of offering and purification through which merit and the realisation of the ultimate nature of mind are generated and shared.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2592
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: These practices are dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2600
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: These prayers and practices are dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2602
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: This special practice is dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2603
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2604
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2605
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2606
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2608
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The Sojong (Healing and Purification) is a bimonthly practice of confession observed by members of the monastic community. This is a highly effective method for purifying oneself of negative karma and reinforcing and stabilizing one’s orientation towards virtue.
‘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. ‘Tsok’ or ‘Ceremonial Feast Offering’ is an important Vajrayana practice of offering and purification through which merit and the realisation of the ultimate nature of mind are generated and shared.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2598
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2594
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2601
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: These practices are 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.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2595
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2596
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: It is said that the Buddha himself selected the Sixteen Arhats from amongst his disciples and requested them to protect the Dharma. At the time of the Buddha’s parinirvana they vowed to remain in the world and maintain the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha Maitreya. This puja, ‘The Wish-fulfilling Gem Enhancing the Buddha’s Teachings’, a method for making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2610
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: All five sessions of the teaching will be available to view on Sunday, June 4th, 2023. The teachings are given in English, with Italian translation, and are recorded by Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA.
Event details: In this teaching, Venerable Thubten Chodron explains how anger arises, what anger is, and how anger interacts with our lives. She explores the disadvantages of anger, and how anger relates to attachment and social change, and explains the Buddhist perspective on how we can overcome anger both toward ourselves and others.
Venerable Thubten Chodron is an American Buddhist nun and the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey, a Buddhist monastery in Newport, Washington, USA. Ordained since 1977, she is a student of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Tsenzhap Serkong Rinpoche, and several other Tibetan lamas. She is currently assisting His Holiness the Dalai Lama with the writing and publication of The Library of Wisdom and Compassion, a multi-volume series on the Buddhist Path. Visit thubtenchodron.org for a media library of her teachings, and sravastiabbey.org to learn more about the Abbey.
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 the Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA. From the closing registration date of July 3rd, 2023, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are also cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
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We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2607
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: This special practice is dedicated to the continuing welfare and stability of the Yungdrung Bon tradition and to the well-being of all sentient beings. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: 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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2599
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: These special practices are dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2593
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Nyungney is a powerful practice which is conjoined with fasting on every alternate day. The practice centres on the recitation of prayers and mantras and guided visualizations of Thousand-Armed Chenrezig, the embodiment of all the buddhas’ loving-kindness and compassion. Translated as ‘abiding in the fast’, Nyungney is said to be especially effective in the healing of illness, the nurturing of compassion, and the purification of negative karma.
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 June 5th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2589
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Ushnishavijaya is a meditational deity specifically related to longevity. The practices related to Ushnishavijaya carry a powerful blessing, which can purify the negative deeds committed in past lives and increase merit and lifespan in the present life. This special practice is dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2587
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: This special practice is dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2597
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Consecration Ritual’ (Rabne) is a powerful practice for cleansing negativities, sicknesses and obstacles, which includes the re-consecration of all the statues, sacred texts and stupas at the monastery, thereby re-empowering all these sacred objects to radiate enlightened and protective qualities throughout the environment for the benefit of 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 June 7th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2580
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Vairocana Drupchod’, based on the Sarvadurgati Parisodhana Tantra, bestows great benefits to both the participants and the deceased. In particular, this puja conveys a powerful blessing to our deceased loved ones, and is a way for us to show our continued care and our wish for our loved ones to meet with auspicious circumstances and to be released from suffering. If you wish the name(s) of your deceased loved one(s) to be included in the puja, please write each name into the ‘Your dedication’ section of the event registration page.
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 June 5th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2581
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Vairocana Drupchod’, based on the Sarvadurgati Parisodhana Tantra, bestows great benefits to both the participants and the deceased. In particular, this puja conveys a powerful blessing to our deceased loved ones, and is a way for us to show our continued care and our wish for our loved ones to meet with auspicious circumstances and to be released from suffering. If you wish the name(s) of your deceased loved one(s) to be included in the puja, please write each name into the ‘Your dedication’ section of the event registration page.
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 June 5th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2582
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Vairocana Buddha is considered to be a ‘king of purification’, with practices and pujas that bestow great benefit both for the purification of the negative karma of the deceased and of the living. In particular, this puja conveys a powerful blessing to our deceased loved ones and is a way for us to show our continued care and our wish for our loved ones to meet with auspicious circumstances and to be released from suffering. If you wish the name(s) of your deceased loved one(s) to be included in the puja, please write each name into the ‘Your dedication’ section of the event registration page.
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 June 7th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2609
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: This Drupchod is a propitiation to the meditational deity Hevajra, and is held annually in the fourth Tibetan Lunar month. As with many Drupchod, an elaborate sand mandala and extensive offerings are prepared by the sangha. This Drupchod is said to bestow great benefit and blessing to all participants – including the clearing away of obstacles to our lives and practice, the overcoming of illness, the purification of many aeons of negative karma, and the endowment of profound confidence, wisdom, and merit.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2612
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Tara is a female meditational deity who is regarded as the embodiment of the enlightened activity of all the buddhas. White Tara is particularly associated with healing, protection and the stabilization of the life-force. White Tara practices are esteemed for enhancing long life, peace, and health.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2613
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Tara is a female meditational deity who is regarded as the embodiment of the enlightened activity of all the buddhas. White Tara is particularly associated with healing, protection and the stabilization of the life-force. White Tara practices are esteemed for enhancing long life, peace, and health.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2614
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: This Drupchod is a propitiation to the meditational deity Cakrasamvara, with extensive offerings, which is held annually in the month of Saka Dawa, the fourth Tibetan lunar month. As with many Drupchod, an elaborate sand mandala and offerings are prepared by the sangha. The practice will conclude with a fire offering puja (Jin-sek) on the last day. This Drupchod is said to bestow great benefit and blessing, including the clearing away of obstacles and the overcoming of illness.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2578
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
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 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.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2577
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The Tibetan word ‘Monlam’ can be translated as ‘Path of Aspiration’. Many aspiration prayers are recited during the Monlam Chenmo. The main prayers are those known as the ‘King of Aspiration Prayers’. The ‘King of Aspiration Prayers’ centre around the supremely altruistic wish to attain enlightenment in order to lead all beings to enlightenment. When everyone gathered at the Monlam recites the prayers, it is said that the power of the prayers is increased a hundred thousand or more times. This contributes to the well-being and spiritual development of all the participants and all sentient beings.
The Cakrasamvara Drupchod is a propitiation to the meditational deity Cakrasamvara, with extensive offerings, which is held annually at Drigung Kagyu Rinchen Palri monastery. As with many Drupchod, an elaborate sand mandala and offerings are prepared by the sangha. This Drupchod is said to bestow great benefit and blessing to all participants – including the clearing away of obstacles to our lives and practice, the overcoming of illness, and the alleviation of negative mental states and depression.
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 June 3rd, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2579
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Tara is the female embodiment of the enlightened activity of all the Buddhas and these practices are said to pacify and bring protection from all the myriad causes of danger and suffering for ourselves and others.
This Sixteen Arhats Ritual is a special practice of making offerings and prayers to Shakyamuni Buddha and the Sixteen Arhats, and it is said to bring special blessings for long life and to quickly generate merit.
These special practices are dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2576
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: 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.
May 27th: Medicine Buddha Ritual (Men-lha Choega).
May 28th: The Sixteen Arhats Ritual (Ney-ten Chag-choe).
June 1st: Propitiation Ritual of Dharma Protectors (Kangso).
June 2nd: One Hundred Torma Offerings to the Dharma Protectors (Torma Gya-tsa).
June 4th: Extensive Series of the Monastery’s Regular Prayers and Pujas on the auspicious occasion of Cho-chod Dusang.
June 7th: Ushnishavijaya Long Life Ritual (Namgyal Tse-chog).
June 13th: Day long Recitation of the Usnisasitatapatra prayer (Dhuk-kar), the ‘Abhisamayalamkara’ (Ngon-tok Gyen), and the ‘Madhyamakavatara’ (Uma Juk-pa) during auspicious occasion of Gyen-jug Dusang.
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 June 13th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2572
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
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 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.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2569
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Nyungney is a powerful practice which includes strict fasting and centres on the recitation of prayers and mantras, as well as on guided visualizations of Chenrezig (Avalokitesvara), the embodiment of all the buddhas’ loving-kindness and compassion. Translated as ‘abiding in the fast’, Nyungney is said to be especially effective in the healing of illnesses, the nurturing of compassion, and the purification of negative karma.
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 June 5th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2571
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Extensive Medicine Buddha Ritual’ is a powerful method for 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. The ‘Extensive Medicine Buddha Ritual’ is said to be eminently beneficial for both the living and the deceased.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2575
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Nyungney is a powerful practice which includes strict fasting and centres on the recitation of prayers and mantras, as well as on guided visualizations of Chenrezig (Avalokitesvara), the embodiment of all the buddhas’ loving-kindness and compassion. Translated as ‘abiding in the fast’, Nyungney is said to be especially effective in the healing of illnesses, the nurturing of compassion, and the purification of negative karma.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2564
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The Vajrasattva Drupchod is a seven-day ceremony based on the Minling Dorsem or Mindrolling Vajrasattva ritual. Minling Dorsem is part of the Vajrasattva cycle of teachings discovered by Chogyal Terdag Lingpa. This grand ceremony is performed to purify the negativities of all sentient beings, particularly of the deceased. On the sixth day of the Drupchod, the entire sangha gathers to perform a special ceremony for those who have died within the previous year.
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 May 30th, 2023.
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Event ID: 2563
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: The ‘Lama Sangdue Le-u Gey-mai Gar-chen Tshechu Chenmo’ is a special practice which is held once every two years at Rumtek Monastery for seven consecutive days. The puja will conclude with a sacred masked dance performance on the tenth day (tshechu) of the Tibetan lunar calendar, which is considered the day of Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche). The sacred dances re-enact especially powerful events which took place during the life of Padmasambhava. This special practice is dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, for the stable health and long life of the great masters of all traditions, and to the clearing away of both inner and outer obstacles to our lives and practice.
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Event ID: 2567
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Tara is the female embodiment of the enlightened activity of all the Buddhas and these practices are said to pacify and bring protection from all the myriad causes of danger and suffering for ourselves and others. These special practices are dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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Event ID: 2557
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: During the month of Saka Dawa, the entire monk assembly gathers together each day to perform Avalokiteshvara rituals and also recite the six-syllable heart mantra of Avalokiteshvara (the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas). These special practices are dedicated to the flourishing of the Dharma and world peace, to the well-being of all sentient beings, the pacification of malevolent forces, the removal of illnesses and obstacles, and the fulfilment of all positive wishes.
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 June 17th, 2023.
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Event ID: 2559
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: This Drupchod is a propitiation to the meditational deity Cakrasamvara, with extensive offerings, which is held annually in the month of Saka Dawa. As with many Drupchod, an elaborate sand mandala and offerings are prepared by the sangha. This Drupchod is said to bestow great benefit and blessing to all participants – including the clearing away of obstacles to our lives and practice, the overcoming of illness, and the alleviation of negative mental states and depression.
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Event ID: 2562
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Nyungney is a powerful practice which is conjoined with fasting on every alternate day. The practice centres on the recitation of prayers and mantras and guided visualizations of Thousand-Armed Chenrezig, the embodiment of all the buddhas' loving-kindness and compassion. Translated as 'abiding in the fast', Nyungney is said to be especially effective in the healing of illness, the nurturing of compassion, and the purification of negative karma.
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 June 4th, 2023.
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Event ID: 2560
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. 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 June 3rd, 2023.
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Event ID: 2561
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: 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.
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 June 4th, 2023.
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Event ID: 2574
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: These prayers and practices are 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.
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Event ID: 2590
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: 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.
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 June 4th, 2023.
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Event ID: 2568
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: 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.
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 June 4th, 2023.
We apologise for the cancellation /postponement of this event. All paid registrations will be refunded, all pre-registrations have been cancelled.
Event ID: 2556
Event type: Non-webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Saka Dawa commemorates the holiest and most sacred days in Tibetan Buddhism. Falling in the fourth month of the Tibetan calendar, the special activities during Saka Dawa culminate on the full moon of the 15th lunar day, which this year is on June 4th. This time is associated with three major events in the life of Buddha Shakyamuni, his birth, enlightenment and mahaparinirvana. The merit of any good deeds performed during the special month of Saka Dawa is considered to be multiplied many times. You are cordially invited to participate.
Event details: Nyungney is a powerful practice which is conjoined with fasting on every alternate day. The practice centres on the recitation of prayers and mantras and guided visualizations of Thousand-Armed Chenrezig, the embodiment of all the buddhas' loving-kindness and compassion. Translated as 'abiding in the fast', Nyungney is said to be especially effective in the healing of illness, the nurturing of compassion, and the purification of negative karma.
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 June 5th, 2023.
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Event ID: 2541
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: The first two sessions of the teaching will be available to view from Saturday and Sunday, May 6th and 7th, with consequent sessions on each following Saturday and Sunday until May 27th, 2023. The teachings, recorded at Kagyu College, Dehradun, India, are given in Tibetan, with English translation.
Event details: ‘Seven Points of Thought Transformation’ is one of the most celebrated manuals on the practice of Lojong (Thought Transformation or Mind Training). Written by the Kadampa master Chekhawa, the text expounds, within the framework of seven points, the essential practices for training the mind in the generation of Bodhicitta and integrating the Bodhisattva ideals into daily life. The seven points are:
1. The preliminary practices of Lojong.
2. The main practice: training mind in the practice of the two kinds of Bodhicitta.
3. Transforming adverse circumstances into favourable conditions on the path to enlightenment.
4. Methods for integrating this practice into daily life.
5. The measure of determining the success of one's mental training.
6. The commitments associated with Lojong practices.
7. The precepts to be followed by a Lojong practitioner.
Khenchen Nyima Gyaltsen was born in 1976. He studied both at Drikung Kagyu Jangchubling monastery in Dehradun and at the Dzongsar Shedra monastic college in Bir, India. In 2002 he was appointed Khenpo by H.H. the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang and has been a teacher at the Kagyu College ever since. From 2005 onwards, he has overseen the translation of Buddhist texts into foreign languages for four to five months every winter. In addition, in 2008, he started to teach in Dharma centres in the East and West during his annual holidays. In 2013, he was appointed the second Khenchen of the main seat of Drikung Kagyu in India by H.H. the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang. As directed by His Holiness, he is leading the Vikramashila Translation Project and giving teachings and translation instructions in the Milarepa Center in Germany for three months every year.
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 Kagyu College, Dehradun, India. From the closing registration date of June 26th, 2023, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
Monks and nuns at the partner monasteries and nunneries are also cordially invited to view the webcast using the free member login of your partner monastery or nunnery.
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Event ID: 2526
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: All four sessions of the teaching will be available to view on Friday, April 7th, 2023. The teachings are given in English and are recorded by Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA.
Event details: The great master Atisha (982-1054) wrote the Jewel Garland while in Tibet in response to questions from his student Dromtonpa. It is a short text belonging to the mind training, or lojong, tradition. In a beautiful poetic style, Atisha provides instructions on how bodhisattvas practice the path, and concludes his work by affirming that practicing according to this text will help us to reach enlightenment. His advice is just as powerful and helpful today in our Western society as it was in Tibet. Each verse shines by itself, but taken together they become a precious garland of jewels, a complete instruction on how to live a meaningful life with altruism and compassion. Behind every sentence of every verse is a wealth of spiritual insights, “food for thought” for years!
Venerable Thubten Chodron is an American Buddhist nun and the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey, a Buddhist monastery in Newport, Washington, USA. Ordained since 1977, she is a student of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Tsenzhap Serkong Rinpoche, and several other Tibetan lamas. She is currently assisting His Holiness the Dalai Lama with the writing and publication of The Library of Wisdom and Compassion, a multi-volume series on the Buddhist Path. Visit thubtenchodron.org for a media library of her teachings, and sravastiabbey.org to learn more about the Abbey.
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 the Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA. From the closing registration date of May 8th, 2023, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
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Event ID: 2522
Event type: Webcast Event (for member-supporters)
Brief description: Pre-recorded by the Office of H.H. the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa, the first three sessions of the teaching will be available to view on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 31st, April 1st, and 2nd, with the further sessions on each Friday, Saturday and Sunday until April 23rd, 2023. The teachings are given in Tibetan with simultaneous translations in English and Chinese.
Event details: H.H. the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa will continue his discourse on the two praises of the Eighth Karmapa Mikyo Dorje: the praise ‘Good Deeds’ and the praise ‘He Searched Thoroughly’. ‘Good Deeds’ recounts his life and teaching, especially as these relate to thirty-three of his good deeds. At that time, he was one of the greatest lamas of the Dakpo Kagyu, and this is one of the longer of his autobiographical works written in verse. There is a commentary on this text by Sangye Paldrup. The praise ’He Searched Thoroughly’ recounts nine of the key points in his life. This text is included in the prayer book compiled by Situ Panchen Chokyi Jungne, and there is a complete explanation of the text in Pawo Tsuglak Trengwa’s ‘Dharma History: A Feast for the Learned’.
Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special 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 May 22nd, 2023, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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