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SUMMARY:Āryadeva’s Four Hundred Verses
DESCRIPTION:About this course \nOver the course of seven months\, we will undertake a close and contemplative study of one of the most profound yet practically oriented texts of the Madhyamaka tradition: Four Hundred Verses on the Middle Way (Catuḥśataka) by the great master Āryadeva. \nComposed as a complete path of training\, the Four Hundred Verses occupies a unique place within Mahayana Buddhism. While deeply rooted in Nāgārjuna’s vision of emptiness\, it is especially valued for its step-by-step guidance on how to transform the mind in preparation for realizing the ultimate truth. For this reason\, the text has long been cherished as both a philosophical treatise and a manual for yogic training. \nThe text is structured into sixteen chapters of twenty-five verses each. The first eight chapters focus on the collection of merit\, systematically dismantling unwholesome patterns of thought and behaviour that obstruct the path. Without this ethical and psychological groundwork\, Āryadeva makes clear\, realization of emptiness is impossible. The second eight chapters then turn to the collection of wisdom\, offering incisive reasoning that leads the practitioner toward a correct understanding of reality according to the Madhyamaka view. \nĀryadeva famously summarises this progression as follows: \nAt first\, turn away from non-virtue;\nIn the middle\, dispel misconceptions of self;\nFinally\, go beyond all philosophical views –\n One who understands this is wise indeed.\n (Four Hundred Verses\, VIII.15) \nThroughout the course\, Geshe Namdak will illuminate how the Four Hundred Verses functions as a bridge between ethical self-transformation and profound philosophical insight\, and how it complements and prepares the ground for later Madhyamaka classics such as Entering the Middle Way and Commentary on Bodhicitta. \nThis course offers a rare opportunity to engage deeply with a text that trains the mind not only to understand emptiness\, but to become fit to realize it. \n\n  \nAbout the Author\nĀryadeva (2nd century CE) is one of the most influential figures in the history of Mahayana Buddhism. Born in Sri Lanka\, he became a principal disciple of Ārya Nagarjuna\, and is revered as one of the founders of the Madhyamaka school. His works are studied extensively across the Indo-Tibetan\, Chinese\, and Zen traditions\, and he is traditionally listed among the seventeen great paṇḍitas of Nalanda. \n\n  \nAbout the Teacher\nGeshe Tenzin Namdak completed his university studies in Hydrology before working as an environmental researcher in the Netherlands. He later began formal Buddhist studies at Maitreya Institute\, was ordained by His Holiness the Dalai Lama\, and went on to complete the rigorous twenty-year Geshe degree at Sera Jey Monastic University in India. He also completed the traditional one-year Vajrayana study programme at Gyumé Tantric College. \nGeshe Namdak is currently the Resident Teacher at Jamyang London Buddhist Centre. \n\n  \nSchedule\n\n\n\nMay – November 2026\nTuesdays | 18:30 – 20:00\nStarting Tuesday 5th May\n\n\n\n\n  \nIs this course for me?\nThis is an intermediate level course\, suitable for students who have a foundational understanding of Tibetan Buddhism and an interest in deepening their study and practice. Familiarity with Lam Rim teachings will be essential. \n\n  \nHow to Join\nEnrolment for this course is open! \nRegister here\n \n\nDonation\nJamyang is a non-profit charitable organisation that relies on the kindness of our donors\, including students and community members. The donations\, or Dana\, given when registering for events and teachings support the Centre’s operations\, allowing us to deliver our activities. If you’re able to give a little more\, that’s wonderful; if a little less\, that’s fine too. These donations help with essentials like feeding residential volunteers\, housing our monastics\, and keeping our doors open. However\, we wish to emphasise that the Dharma is always offered freely and no-one is ever excluded because of their financial status\, please do not hesitate to request a reduced rate. \n 
URL:https://jamyang.co.uk/whats-on/aryadevas-four-hundred-verses-2/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Hybrid\, Jamyang London Buddhist Centre\, 43 Renfrew Road\, London\, SE11 4NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Buddhist Philosophy,Buddhist Practice,Buddhist Studies
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SUMMARY:Medicine Buddha Puja
DESCRIPTION:About Medicine Buddha Puja \n\nIn Person Only\n\nPujas are rituals in which consecrated offerings – such as food\, water\, light and incense – are made to an enlightened being for the sake of creating conditions for progress on the spiritual path\, as well as removing obstacles. These offerings are made alongside prayer and chanting. \nThe seven Medicine Buddhas\, attainers of bliss\, strongly prayed for the temporal and ultimate happiness of yourself and all sentient beings. They vowed that their prayers would be actualized during these degenerate times when the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha are in decline. As the buddhas’ holy speech is irrevocable\, you can wholly trust in their power to quickly grant blessings to help all sentient beings in these degenerate times\,” Lama Zopa Rinpoche instructs  “If you pray to Guru Medicine Buddha\, you will quickly accomplish all that you wish. Just hearing the holy name of Guru Medicine Buddha and the sound of his mantra closes the door to rebirth in the suffering lower realms. It is written in the scriptures that you should not have a two-pointed mind (doubt) with regard to these benefits”. \nHow can I join?\nJust turn up!
URL:https://jamyang.co.uk/whats-on/medicine-buddha-puja-3-3-2-5-4-2/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:In-person\, The Old Courthouse\, 43 Renfrew Road\, London\, London\, SE11 4NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Buddhist Practice,Community Yoga
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SUMMARY:Online Group Practice
DESCRIPTION:Friday Online Meditation & Discussion \nWind down your week with this friendly drop-in session bringing together meditation practice and open conversation in a relaxed\, welcoming space. \nJoin fellow practitioners and newcomers alike on Friday evenings for guided meditation followed by an informal discussion exploring Buddhist ideas\, practice and everyday life. Whether you’ve been practising for years or are simply curious\, this is a warm and accessible way to connect with a like-minded community from the comfort of your own home. \n\nDrop-in Meditation & Discussion — register below for the Zoom link\nOnline via Zoom\nLed by Jamyang Buddhist Centre London students and community members\nDonations welcome\n\n  \n  \nSchedule \n\n19:00–19:30 — Guided Meditation\n19:30–20:00 — Discussion & Sharing Circle\n\n  \n  \nGuided Meditation: What to expect \nA gentle\, guided meditation session led by members of the Jamyang community. Each week may draw on different Buddhist meditation techniques\, making it a lovely opportunity to explore a range of practices in good company. Suitable for all levels — no prior experience needed. \n  \n  \nDiscussion & Sharing Circle: What to expect \nAfter meditation\, we open up a relaxed\, free-flowing conversation touching on Buddhist philosophy\, psychology and how practice shows up in daily life. There’s no set agenda or formal structure — just honest\, good-natured sharing of ideas\, questions and reflections. Bring a cup of tea and settle in. \nEveryone is welcome — whether you’re a regular practitioner at Jamyang or completely new to Buddhism. \n  \nHow to Join? \nIf it’s your first time joining our Friday meditation click here to register for free below and receive the Zoom link \n\nRegister here
URL:https://jamyang.co.uk/whats-on/online-group-practice/2026-07-03/
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CATEGORIES:Buddhist Meditation,Buddhist Practice,Community Activities,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Long Life Prayers for His Holiness the Dalai Lama
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 91st birthday! To honour the occasion we will be gathering to recite prayers for His long life and good health and for all his enlightened wishes to come to fruition. \nThe XIVth Dalai Lama is revered as the emanation of Avalokiteshvara\, the Buddha of compassion\, and the embodiment of compassion itself. When we make prayers for the long life of His Holiness the Dalai Lama we are creating the causes for the Buddha of compassion to remain in this world for as long as possible and for us as individuals to meet with the Buddha of compassion in the future. \nBy coming together as a community to engage in this practice we are participating in a profound and interconnected relationship between teacher and student in which the conditions giving rise to our spiritual development are dependent upon the teacher\, and the teacher’s vast activities can only manifest in dependence upon our aspirations and prayers. \nHow to join \nJoin us in the gompa at Jamyang or online via livestream on the Jamyang YouTube channel. A zoom link will also be posted on this page 15 minutes before the event starts.
URL:https://jamyang.co.uk/whats-on/long-life-prayers-for-his-holiness-the-dalai-lama/
LOCATION:Hybrid\, Jamyang London Buddhist Centre\, 43 Renfrew Road\, London\, SE11 4NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Buddhist Practice,Buddhist Special Event
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