Lama Jampa Thaye has been invited to discuss the significance of Tibet to the transmission of Buddhism from ancient India to the modern day as part of this evening showing of Sonam Anjatsang’s widely acclaimed film about Tibet. 

Full details on the Dechen London website

What can Buddhism bring to the West? 

At this evening conference and book launch Lama Jampa will give answers to this question with reference to his book 'Wisdom in Exile' recently published by Rabsel Editions as 'La Sagesse en Exile' in France.

Schedule: 7pm: reception; 7.45 - 9.15pm : conference; 9.15 - 9.45: signing of books

Full details at: spacebouddhistetibetain.org

10.30 - 13.00: Teachings on Rain of Clarity

Rain of Clarity - the stages of the path in the Sakya tradition is a guide to the entire Buddhist path based on the key Buddhist teachings of the Sakya school.  It is described by His Holiness Sakya Trizin as “a gateway into Buddhist spiritual thought”.

“Through this Buddhist teaching the student receives a full blueprint of entering the path, keeping the vows, maintaining motivation, leading a better and more virtuous life, and finally a way to liberation.”

14.30 - 16.30: Initiation of Hayagriva*

Hayagriva is an important yidam found in all four classes of Tantras. He is associated with the Lotus family of Amitabha and bestows protection from both mental and physical disturbances. This particular permission initiation will be drawn from the Collection of the One Hundred Sadhanas of Bari Lotsava.

*This initiation is open to all those who have taken refuge. Lama Jampa Thaye may bestow refuge by arrangement – please contact bristol@dechen.org for details.

For further information: www.sakyabristol.org/events

On Sunday afternoon following the teachings on Parting from the Four Attachments Lama Jampa will bestow the initiation of Manjushri, the supreme embodiment of enlightened wisdom. Meditation on this deity is undertaken by those who seek to develop a profound understanding of the teachings. 

Lama Jampa Thaye will show how extraordinarily important the teachings of the Buddha are with their emphasis on the unity of love and compassion for today's time. 

See also: bodhipath-karlsruhe.de/programm

This transmission bestows the authority to meditate on Chenrezik, the embodiment of compassionate energy. It is one of the most widespread meditation practices in Vajrayana Buddhism. 

Start time: 7.30pm

See also: dechen-sakya.de/veranstaltung

The goddess Tara is revered in all traditions of Vajrayana Buddhism as the embodiment of the liberating activity of all buddhas. As such her initiation and meditation are especially effective means of awakening one’s innate capacity for enlightened compassion.  This initiation is from the lineage of Atisha.

Start time: 7.30pm

See also: dechen-sakya.de/veranstaltung

We are delighted to be hosting this exclusive Yorkshire event. Lama Jampa Thaye will talk about his new book Wisdom in Exile.

Please join us and enjoy a literary luncheon at the Sun Pavilion in the beautiful surroundings of Valley Gardens Harrogate.

With special guests the Mayor of Harrogate and the literary editors from the regions press

Ticket Price £20.00
Purchase tickets on line here

Milarepa is one of the most beloved saints of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Lama Jampa will bestow his initiation which is drawn from the lineage of Jamgon Kongtrul. 

Start time: 1.30pm

Free parking. 

Parent and baby area. 

Café for refreshments and light lunch.

Click here for details of travel to Harrogate

Lama Jampa will give the initiation of Sakya Pandita.

Sakya Pandita was the fourth of the five founders of the Sakya Order and became one of the greatest scholars and meditators to take birth in Tibet.

Full details can be found on the Sakya Centre website:

www.sakyabristol.org/events/sakya-changlochen-ling-annual-summer-course-2017/

Sunday morning: Teachings on Rain of Clarity

Rain of Clarity - the stages of the path in the Sakya tradition is a guide to the entire Buddhist path based on the key Buddhist teachings of the Sakya school.  It is described by His Holiness Sakya Trizin as “a gateway into Buddhist spiritual thought”.

“Through this Buddhist teaching the student receives a full blueprint of entering the path, keeping the vows, maintaining motivation, leading a better and more virtuous life, and finally a way to liberation.”

Sunday afternoon: Initiation of Sanjay Menla (Medicine Buddha)*

*in order to receive this initiation one must previously have made a formal commitment to the Buddhist path through the ceremony of Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels. If you have not taken refuge and would like to then please contact the centre beforehand.

Lama Jampa's new book 'Wisdom in Exile' explores the space that exists for Buddhism in contemporary culture, a space created by the failure of our dominant systems of thought. With its emphasis on bringing together intelligence and contemplative experience, Buddhism offers an authentic way to liberation in these modern times.

However, as Lama Jampa Thaye argues, it is crucial that the temptation to assimilate Buddhism to the ruling ideologies of our age be resisted. Thus 'Wisdom in Exile' delineates the distinctive features of Buddhist thought and practice as well as presenting the training in meditation and compassion that is the heart of the Buddhist path.

“Wisdom in Exile proposes a fresh approach to Buddhism, one in which the fundamental tenets of the Buddha’s teachings are rediscovered.” (His Holiness the 41st Sakya Trizin, head of the Sakya School of Tibetan Buddhism)

Copies of the book will be on sale at the event.

Schedule TBC

Lama Jampa's new book 'Wisdom in Exile' explores the space that exists for Buddhism in contemporary culture, a space created by the failure of our dominant systems of thought. With its emphasis on bringing together intelligence and contemplative experience, Buddhism offers an authentic way to liberation in these modern times.

However, as Lama Jampa Thaye argues, it is crucial that the temptation to assimilate Buddhism to the ruling ideologies of our age be resisted. Thus 'Wisdom in Exile' delineates the distinctive features of Buddhist thought and practice as well as presenting the training in meditation and compassion that is the heart of the Buddhist path.

“Wisdom in Exile proposes a fresh approach to Buddhism, one in which the fundamental tenets of the Buddha’s teachings are rediscovered.” (His Holiness the 41st Sakya Trizin, head of the Sakya School of Tibetan Buddhism)

Copies of the book will be on sale at the event.

Lama Jampa Thaye will give an introduction to the book, followed by a Q&A.

Schedule: 18.45 for a 19:00 start, followed by a reception.

Tickets:  please contact liz.thomas@dechen.org  if you would like to attend

10.30 - 13.00: Teachings on Rain of Clarity

Rain of Clarity - the stages of the path in the Sakya tradition is a guide to the entire Buddhist path based on the key Buddhist teachings of the Sakya school.  It is described by His Holiness Sakya Trizin as “a gateway into Buddhist spiritual thought”.

“Through this Buddhist teaching the student receives a full blueprint of entering the path, keeping the vows, maintaining motivation, leading a better and more virtuous life, and finally a way to liberation.”

14.30 - 16.30: Initiation of Prajnaparamita

Prajñāpāramitā means "the Perfection of (Transcendental) Wisdom" in Mahāyāna Buddhism. Prajñāpāramitā refers to this perfected way of seeing the nature of reality and to the personification of the concept in the Bodhisattva known as the "Great Mother" (Tibetan: Yum Chenmo). The word Prajñāpāramitā combines the Sanskrit words prajñā "wisdom" with pāramitā "perfection". 

Lama Jampa will give a teaching on the faults of samsara, one of the famous Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind to Dharma.  "The crowning reflection of the Four Thoughts is the meditation on the defects of samsara, in which we begin to understand that the only aim of this precious human life is liberation." (From 'Tasting Birth and Death' by Lama Jampa Thaye).

The teaching will be given in English and translated into French.

Schedule: 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm 

Location: Vimalakirti Center - www.vimalakirti.org

For booking and further information please go to: karmakagyu.ch

10.30 - 13.00: Songs of Milarepa

Eminent meditator and poet Milarepa was one of the five founding masters of the Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. He composed his beautiful songs around the turn of the 12th century and they have inspired and guided Buddhist practitioners ever since, remaining as relevant today as ever.

The songs express the way in which one follows the authentic spiritual path of compassion and meditation while realising that the state of awakening is already naturally present. 

14.30 - 16.30: Initiation of Green Tara

The goddess Tara is revered in all traditions of Vajrayana Buddhism as the embodiment of the liberating activity of all buddhas. As such her initiation and meditation are especially effective means of awakening one’s innate capacity for enlightened compassion. This initiation combined with the reading transmission of the sadhana will mean that one can effectively practise Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo's famous sadhana 'The Condensed Essence Sadhana of Jetsun Drolma, Connected  with the Four Classes of Tantra'.

In order to receive this initiation one must be and Buddhist and have taken the vow of refuge.  Lama Jampa Thaye may bestow refuge by arrangement – please contact the centre for information.

Email mexico@dechen.org
Telephone (5255) 65459603

In order to receive this initiation one must be and Buddhist and have taken the vow of refuge.  Lama Jampa Thaye may bestow refuge by arrangement – please contact the centre for information.

Email mexico@dechen.org
Telephone (5255) 65459603