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https://www.sakyabristol.org/events/lama-jampa-june2026/
Lama Jampa Thaye will be teaching in Bristol this Saturday June 6!
(Click on the picture for details)

MAJOR EVENT: Lama Jampa Thaye teaching in Bristol - sakyabristol.org Buddhist teachings by Lama Jampa Thaye in Bristol - all welcome.

Did Buddhism get as far as Greece? Lama Jampa Thaye explores whether Buddhism spread as far as ancient Greece, uncovering the historical encounters between the Buddhist world and Hellenistic c...

Today is the Buddha Day of "Saga Dawa Duchen"
which marks the anniversary of Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and parinirvana. Shakyamuni the ‘Sage of the Shakyas’ in order to benefit beings in this world, demonstrated the attainment of enlightenment in the place called in Tibetan ‘Dorje Den’ (Diamond Throne), under the Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya, in present day India.

(The picture is of the ancient main Buddha image in Bodh Gaya).

Passing into Mahaparinirvana at the place called Kushinangara Lord Buddha gave his final direct teaching, saying:
“It is in the nature of all things that take form to dissolve again. Strive with your whole being to attain perfection.”
In many traditions this day also marks the anniversary of the birth of the Buddha.

Starting 26th May 2026: "An introduction to Buddhism"

A series of largely self-contained sessions providing a comprehensive gateway into Buddhist thought and practice according to the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism.

Based on the text Rain of Clarity by Lama Jampa Thaye, offering a guide to all aspects of the Path; from becoming a Buddhist by taking Refuge, and then progressing to understanding the nature of the wisdom, compassion and power of enlightenment itself. This text also addresses some contemporary issues facing Western practitioners of Buddhism.

Each session begins with calm-abiding meditation, a platform for engaging with the teachings.

The sessions are run by a long-standing student of the meditation master and scholar Lama Jampa Thaye.

Cost: £5 per session
Contact: [email protected]

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🌟 What does “Sakya Trizin” mean? 🌟

As we continue preparing for the visit of His Holiness the 41st Sakya Trizin to Germany, we would like to explore the meaning of his title 🙏✨

✨ “Sakya” means Pale Earth, referring to the place in Tibet where the Sakya tradition began.
✨ “Trizin” means Throne Holder — one who holds and preserves the teachings of the lineage.

Together, “Sakya Trizin” is a title of deep spiritual responsibility, referring to the holder of the Sakya throne and head of the Sakya tradition 🕊️

Through this title, we can glimpse the profound role His Holiness has carried — preserving wisdom, transmitting blessings, and guiding practitioners on the path 💛

💛 We warmly invite you to join us on this journey — each week, we will share a short post to get to know him better.

💬 This is a shared space as a Sangha. If there are topics you would like us to cover, or if you would like to share something about His Holiness, we would be very happy to hear from you in the comments 🙏💫