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What is Nalanda West?

Nalanda West is a center for contemplative studies and meditation. The name is a commitment to the the ideals of the original Nalanda, the great university of the first millennium. More about Nalanda West . . .

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Guiding Nalanda West

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche guides Nalanda West and regularly teaches in Seattle. Nalanda West is the seat for Rinpoche's activity in the Americas and headquarters for a collection of organizations exploring the Buddhist science of mind. More . . .

Organizations

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche - photo by Rysiek Frackiewicz 2007

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche

 

Ponlop Rinpoche on American Buddhism:

 

 

Practice Path

Engage in a variety of meditation practices
( * indicates introductory material)
:

Weekly Open House

with Senior Nalandabodhi Western Teachers.

Meditation and discussion with senior teachers.

Free!

All are welcome!

In the lineage of Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche and The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche.

Cultivate compassion and loving-kindness.

Sunday evenings at 7 pm. More. (.pdf)

Every 2nd and 3rd Sunday of the month at 9.30 am in the Vajra Spot. More info (.pdf)

Chenrezig Practice

with Acharya Lhakpa Tsering

Engage your loving-kindness!

1st Sunday of the month at 10 am in the Vajra Spot.

More info (.pdf)

Nyinthun

Monthly: 1 day of sitting meditation: 9 - noon, 2 - 5 pm, 7 - 10 pm.
See calendar for details.

Seattle Insight Meditation Society programs

Rodney Smith offers a six week Introduction to Meditation series of classes four times a year on Monday evenings. Sponsored by Seattle Insight Meditation Society

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche - photo by Rysiek Frackiewicz 2007

Study Path

Participate in the in-depth inquiry of Buddhist teachings
( * indicates introductory material):

Nalandabodhi Study Path

Want to explore the teachings of the Buddhist Science of Mind?

The Nalandabodhi Study Path of Hinayana View, Path, and Fruition, and Mahayana View, Path, and Fruition is a comprehensive and systematic exploration of Buddhist philosophy.

Nalandabodhi Study Path information

Weekly Open House

with Senior Nalandabodhi Western Teachers.

Meditation and discussion with senior teachers.

Free!

All are welcome!

Pema Chodron:
No Time to Lose
Study Group

For 10 Tuesdays following Pema's program in July, there will be a book study group on No Time to Lose, her commentary of The Way of the Bodhisattva by Shantideva.

July 14 - Sept. 8

 

Train your Mind on Sunday morning

Acharya Tashi WangchukNalanda West resident teachers give weekly teachings on the union of wisdom of compassion. Acharya Tashi Wangchuk is the senior teacher in residence. His teachings are supplemented by Acharya Lhakpa and others.

For the autumn of 2008, we'll be focusing on 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.

Check the calendar for specific Sundays.

KhenpoTsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche

Upcoming Programs

July 10 - 12
Pema Chodron
No Time to Lose

Tickets now on sale!

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Click here to donate to those in need of support to attend this special program *

* Select "General Fund" and add a note in the "Comments" section: "Pema Scholarship Fund."

Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

August 7 - 9
Khandro Rinpoche
Discovering True Love:
The Four Immeasurables

Uncover your inherent Love, Compassion, Joy, and Equanimity.

Please pre-register by emailing:

admin(at)

nalandawest(dot)org

Click Here for more info (.pdf)

 

Programming philosophy:

All are welcome.

None are turned away...payment is always negotiable based on one's situation.

 

Nalanda West

3902 Woodland Park Ave. N
Seattle, WA 98103 USA
(206) 529-8258

 

 

 

Nalanda West and Nalandabodhi are members of the Northwest Dharma Association.

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Space Rentals

Nalanda West provides event hosting space for professional, private and community events. Facilities include a beautiful conference room (2100 sq.ft.), with an additional stage (150 sq.ft.) and large foyer (600 sq.ft). The conference room provides wonderful views of the Seattle skyline, and seats up to 180. Also available is a spacious 1400 sq. ft. dining room that comfortably seats 80 guests along with buffet and service tables, and has a 220 sq.ft. stage for a speaker or presentation. More about rentals . . .

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