Celebrating Turning the Wheel of Dharma Day and the Birthday of our Spiritual Guide
Jun 4, 2026
During the past weekend (August 25-27) at KMC Madrid La Sierra, a delightful group of 9 families, accompanied by a team of kind residents and volunteers, enjoyed a very special event designed for children and families. This event, celebrated annually, took on the theme "We are Friends of the World."
Over these three days, parents and children engaged in meaningful activities with the six perfections in the heart of every activity. Through stories, songs, games, drama, drumming, crafts, and meditations, everyone learned how embracing qualities like generosity, kindness, and gentleness toward others contributes to maintaining a content and tranquil state of mind, regardless of circumstances.
June 4 is the Turning the Wheel of Dharma Day on which we celebrate Buddha’s first teaching in this world - the first Turning of the Wheel of Dharma. It is also the birthday of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, the Founder of NKT.