General Spiritual Director
Mexican National Festival 2024 ~ with Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
May 1, 2024
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
New Kadampa Information
What is the New Kadampa Tradition? Here we try to answer all your questions.
Visit site newkadampatruth.org
Festivals & Celebrations
Mexican National Festival 2024 ~ with Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
From April 19 to 21, the NKT-IKBU Mexican National Festival 2024 was held, with Gen-la Kelsang Jampa, Deputy Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition.
Almost 400 people in person, and more than 100 people online, had the opportunity to participate in this beautiful event and receive the powerful blessings of Buddha Vajrapani. Gen-la Jampa encouraged us to become true Bodhisattvas, people who love all beings and dedicate their lives to the benefit of others.
Festivals & Celebrations
Portugal National Festival 2024 ~ with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong
Our precious Teacher and NKT General Spiritual Director, Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong, granted the blessing empowerment of Je Tsongkhapa to more than 170 people who came from all over Portugal and nearby countries. Everyone who gathered at the Fourth Kadampa Temple for World Peace in Sintra, Portugal, at KMC Deuachen had a wonderful opportunity to deepen their spiritual practice while enjoying a meaningful holiday.
Festivals & Celebrations
Booking for the Summer Festival 2024 opens three days
Dive into Buddha’s profound wisdom at Summer Festival 2024. Connect with Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche’s last public teachings, guided by Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong and Gen-la Kelsang Jampa. Enrich your spiritual journey at Manjushri KMC’s blessed Temple for World Peace. View the site for more details.
Festivals & Celebrations
German Dharma Celebration 2024
This April, 150 Kadampa practitioners gathered at Tharpaland Kadampa Meditation Centre to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Kadampa Buddhism in Germany. The German Dharma Celebration featured teachings from Gen Kelsang Ananda, a Mahayana refuge ceremony, and a commentary on “Advice from Atisha’s Heart” amidst perfect spring conditions.
Study & Meditation
Latest Dharma Celebrations
Two special events took place at KMC Florida in the US and Bodhisattva KMC in Brighton in the UK. Regional events bring together communities from many local centers to join in and celebrate the study and practice of Kadam Dharma together.
- May 24 – 29 NKT-IKBU International Spring Festival, UK
- May 24 – Aug 10 NKT-IKBU International Summer Festival, UK
- Jun 21 – 24 Northern Spanish Dharma Celebration
- Sep 6 – 9 Austrian, Italian & Swiss Festival
- Sep 13 – 15 Southern German Dharma Celebration
- Sep 13 – 15 Southern German Dharma Celebration
- Sep 13 – 15 Colombian Dharma Celebration
- Sep 20 – 22 UK Dharma Celebration
- Sep 20 – 25 US Festival
- Oct 25 – Nov 1 NKT-IKBU International Fall Festival
- Nov 15 – 17 South African Dharma Celebration
- Nov 15 – 17 Western Canadian Dharma Celebration
- Nov 22 – 24 Nordic Dharma Celebration
- Nov 22 – 24 Mexican Dharma Celebration
- Nov 22 – 24 Quebec Dharma Celebration
- Nov 22 – 24 Portuguese Dharma Celebration
- Nov 29 – Dec 1 French Dharma Celebration
- Nov 29 – Dec 1 German Festival
- Nov 29 – Dec 1 Ontario Dharma Celebration
- Dec 5 – 9 Spanish Dharma Celebration
- Dec 13 – 16 Asian Festival
- Dec 13 – 15 Welsh Dharma Celebration
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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.
Great Treasury of Merit