New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union
New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union

Modern Kadampa Buddhism

New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union

Founder:

VENERABLE GESHE KELSANG GYATSO RINPOCHE

Founder:

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

The Founder of Modern Kadampa Buddhism is Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, affectionately known as Venerable Geshe-la, a world-renowned meditation master and Teacher. He inspired thousands of people around the world to apply the pure teachings of Buddha to their modern lives to solve their personal problems and discover a deep and lasting inner peace and happiness. Today, the legacy of his life's work touches the lives of people of all nationalities and cultures.


"The day will come when you will do my job."
VENERABLE GESHE KELSANG GYATSO RINPOCHE

Working for world peace

FOLLOWING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE SPIRITUAL GUIDE

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche devoted his entire life to making the pure teachings of Buddha available in a modern form to people throughout the world.

Now Venerable Geshe-la's followers holding him at their hearts continue his work with auspicious projects in every region of the world.

International Festivals

Love, Wisdom and Purification – Blessing Ceremonies

29 Mar 2024

Kadampa Centers worldwide organized blessing ceremonies for Buddha Maitreya, Green Tara, and Vajrasattva in the last few weeks. Participants at KMC Brooklyn in the US, KMC Merida in Mexico, Nagarjuna KMC Leicester in the UK, and KMC Metz in France enjoyed day or weekend events to connect with these enlightened Deities. 

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East Asian Dharma Celebration 2024

28 Mar 2024

Abiding in the Pure Land of Compassion. Over 120 Sangha from Asia gathered together at KMC Hong Kong for the East Asian Dharma Celebration. Gen Tonglam granted the blessing empowerment of Buddha Avalokiteshvara and gave commentary to the practice of Powa.

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Blessings Of Affectionate Love In California, US

27 Mar 2024

Almost 200 people gathered at KMC Los Angeles for the annual Dharma Celebration in California, US. Participants received the blessing empowerment of Buddha Maitreya with commentary to the practice. 

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Bonus Bulletin 26 March

26 Mar 2024

Read about some of the other activities taking place all over the world recently. KMC France | KMC Chicago | Vajrapani KBC | Dromtonpa KBC | KMC New Mexico

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Melodious Drum Victorious in all Directions

24 Mar 2024

The Spring Festival is fast approaching! During this event, Gen-la Jampa will be granting the blessing empowerment of Dorje Shudgen and giving teachings on Melodious Drum practice. This is such a special opportunity to learn about and deeply connect with our heart practice.

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Centers

Love, Wisdom and Purification – Blessing Ceremonies

Kadampa Centers worldwide organized blessing ceremonies for Buddha Maitreya, Green Tara, and Vajrasattva in the last few weeks. Participants at KMC Brooklyn in the US, KMC Merida in Mexico, Nagarjuna KMC Leicester in the UK, and KMC Metz in France enjoyed day or weekend events to connect with these enlightened Deities. 

Festivals & Celebrations

East Asian Dharma Celebration 2024

Abiding in the Pure Land of Compassion. Over 120 Sangha from Asia gathered together at KMC Hong Kong for the East Asian Dharma Celebration. Gen Tonglam granted the blessing empowerment of Buddha Avalokiteshvara and gave commentary to the practice of Powa.

Festivals & Celebrations

Blessings Of Affectionate Love In California, US

Almost 200 people gathered at KMC Los Angeles for the annual Dharma Celebration in California, US. Participants received the blessing empowerment of Buddha Maitreya with commentary to the practice. 

Centers

Bonus Bulletin 26 March

Read about some of the other activities taking place all over the world recently. KMC France | KMC Chicago | Vajrapani KBC | Dromtonpa KBC | KMC New Mexico

Festivals & Celebrations

Melodious Drum Victorious in all Directions

The Spring Festival is fast approaching! During this event, Gen-la Jampa will be granting the blessing empowerment of Dorje Shudgen and giving teachings on Melodious Drum practice. This is such a special opportunity to learn about and deeply connect with our heart practice.

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Words of Wisdom & Compassion

Daily quote from the collected works of Venerable Geshe-la

There is never a time when we do not need to rely upon a Spiritual Guide. Even after we have attained enlightenment we still need to rely sincerely upon our Spiritual Guide so as to show a good example to others. For example, Avalokiteshvara's crown is adorned by Amitabha to show that he relies upon his Spiritual Guide. Similarly, Maitreya's crown is adorned by a stupa, symbolising his reliance upon his Spiritual Guide, Buddha Shakyamuni.

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche,
Great Treasury of Merit