Following the important advice from His Holiness the Dalai Lama for the quick and auspicious return of Lama Zopa Rinpoche, we share in this blog post all the resources to recite Chanting the Names of Noble Manjushri continuously for a few months.
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Lama Dagpo Rinpoche
We are exceptionally fortunate to have the chance to host the teachings of Lama Dagpo Rinpoche from Saturday to Sunday, 16th to 17th December, online, featuring ‘The Sealed Bodhicitta Instruction.’ This is an incredibly valuable opportunity. Explore more details about Lama Dagpo Rinpoche in this post.
Celebrating 50 Years of the International Mahayana Institute

The International Mahayana Institute
To support Buddhist monastics, Lama Yeshe, who co-founded the FPMT alongside Lama Zopa Rinpoche in 1973, established the
Lhabab Duchen – significance of why we celebrate it
November 4th marks an auspicious day (duchen) in Buddhism called Lhabab Duchen, which celebrates Shakyamuni Buddha’s return and descent to earth from the heaven Trayastrimsha. In this post, we will explore the significance of this event, why we celebrate it and how we remember the occasion.
Advice from His Holiness the Dalai Lama for Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s Swift Return
Recently, the FPMT has shared important advice from His Holiness the Dalai Lama for Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s Swift Return.
What is Buddhist Meditation?
Meditation in Buddhism plays a key role in awakening and freedom from suffering, featuring as one-third of the Noble Eightfold Path, alongside virtuous conduct and wisdom.
Honouring the Lineage 2023 – Part III
Help us to reach our fundraising goals! Find out more about Part III of Honouring the Lineage Project.
Celebrating International Sangha Day!
Chokhor Duchen, one of four annual holy days marking important events in the life of Shakyamuni Buddha, takes place this year on 21 July.
On Chokhor Duchen we celebrate the Buddha’s first teaching, also known as the first turning of the Dharma Wheel. It’s also International Sangha Day, when the FPMT family celebrates the community of monks and nuns who have chosen a life in ordination as their spiritual path, for the benefit of others.
Dharma Definition & Examples | What is Dharma in Buddhism?
In Tibetan Buddhism, the Dharma is one of the three jewels and represents the Buddha’s teachings, known as Buddhadharma.