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25th Anniversary Celebration of The Buddhist Center: 5/31
It is the 25th anniversary of The Buddhist Center—TNL, and we are inviting everyone to join us in celebration!
A Note From the Novice Monk Lobsang Phuntsog, Formerly Shankha Mitra
Read this beautiful reflection by Lobsang Phuntsog.
Ven. Robina Courtin May Events at The Buddhist Center
Check out Ven. Robina Courtin’s events this May!
Elaine Jackson Interview: Cultivating Lasting Happiness
Director Nina Highfill interviews Elaine Jackson, discussing Elaine’s life, long retreat, and cultivating happiness.
Victor Teng Interview: The Wish-Fulfilling Cow
Victor Teng shares the story behind the Wish-Fulfilling Cow at The Buddhist Center.
How to Become a Buddhist: A Beginner’s Guide
Discover the path to enlightenment with this beginner’s guide to becoming a Buddhist, exploring the core principles of this ancient spiritual tradition and how to “officially” become a Buddhist.
The Warmth of Family Feeling: How the FSS Filled My Heart with Joy and Inspiration
Director Nina Highfill shares her experience of the Foundation Service Seminar (FSS) held at Vajrapani Institute.
November Meditation Course at Kopan Monastery
Gen Don Handrick and Christopher Harris share their insights on the transformational November Meditation Course in Nepal.
Interview with Shankha Mitra: Why Buddhism is Life-Changing
Shankha Mitra shares how Buddhism and meditation changed his life and the advice he’d give to beginners.
Interview with Geshe Tenzin Zopa 2024
Geshe Tenzin Zopa talks about growing up in the Himalaya’s, why he became a monk, his guru Geshe Lama Konchog, and mental health issues.