News Archive

The Planetary Crisis Summit

July 24, 2024

By Thubten Drolma  In April 2024, Jamyang London Buddhist Centre hosted the first Planetary Crisis Summit, an event that brought together a range of voices from across FPMT Europe to engage in a deep conversation about what it means to be a Dharma centre during this time of social and …

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Understanding Titles and Honorifics in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition

February 5, 2026

By Lewis Gwilt At Jamyang, we are blessed to welcome and be in the presence of teachers from across the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. From eminent lineage holders to learned resident Geshes, the titles and honorifics used for our teachers carry centuries of meaning — and can sometimes feel mysterious if …

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Lawudo Pilgrimages 2026: Honouring Lama Zopa Rinpoche in the Sacred Khumbu Region

February 5, 2026

In 2026, Lawudo Gompa is offering two rare and deeply meaningful pilgrimages to the Khumbu region of Nepal, marking the third anniversary of the passing of Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche, the Lawudo Lama. These pilgrimages invite students and practitioners to walk in the footsteps of the Lawudo Lamas, practise in …

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Seeking inspiration in the Twelve Deeds

November 3, 2025

From “mastering arts and crafts” to “renunciation”  One of the highlights of Jamyang’s large shrine room is the 12 gold-covered bas-reliefs depicting the 12 deeds of the Buddha. In this piece, Michael Lobsang Tenpa continues exploring the twelve deeds as they are presented in the sutric Sanskrit literature.  The deeds …

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In Memory of His Holiness Ganden Trisur Rinpoche Jetsun Lobsang Tenzin Palsangpo (1934–2025)

September 26, 2025

With deep sadness and reverence, we mark the passing of His Holiness Ganden Trisur Rinpoche Jetsun Lobsang Tenzin Palsangpo, the 104th Ganden Tripa, spiritual leader of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. Rinpoche’s vast learning, profound humility, and unshakable devotion to the Dharma touched countless lives around the world. Many …

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Seeking inspiration in the Twelve Deeds of the Buddha: from descent to birth

August 6, 2025

One of the highlights of Jamyang’s large shrine room is the 12 gold-covered bas-reliefs depicting the 12 deeds of the Buddha. Naturally drawing attention due to the artistic mastery and golden color (so clearly visible against the white of the walls), they might remain a bit a mystery when it …

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Dharma Offerings Fund

July 28, 2025

Celebrating Chokhor Duchen with the launch our new merit making campaign “Every single holy object – even a tiny one – becomes a field of merit for all sentient beings.” Lama Zopa Rinpoche Offerings At Jamyang Buddhist Centre, your generosity can help create something beautiful: daily offerings that generate merit and …

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Embracing Simplicity: Spring Cleaning & Summer Flowers at Jamyang

July 16, 2025

Spring and Summer here at Jamyang has brought new energy, change and a sense of renewal. Moya has been hard at work freshening the place up and decluttering, Venerable Wangyal has been hard at work simplifying our processes so that we focus on what really matters.  All of which has …

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How to Meditate: Sunday Mornings at Jamyang

July 10, 2025

Mindfulness, insight, and calm in the heart of London If you’re looking to feel more grounded, reduce stress, and reconnect with yourself, Jamyang’s Sunday morning drop-in meditation class might be just the thing. Led by experienced teacher and community member Rory Sutherwood, the session blends practical tools from mindfulness, insight meditation …

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Celebrating His Holiness the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday

July 2, 2025

By Lewis Gwilt This month is one of celebration as people all over the world pay their respects to honour His Holiness the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday this Sunday. The Dalai Lama’s work has left an indelible mark on Buddhism and its place in the world today – …

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The Sanctuary Project: How to Build a Home Out of an Old Courthouse 

June 20, 2025

There’s something about a building that remembers. The doors swell in winter, the stairs know where to creak. You walk down a corridor and feel the past brushing against your arm. This is how it feels at Jamyang Buddhist Centre, tucked inside a Victorian courthouse in South London—a place once …

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