We are delighted to welcome Lama Jampa to California this May for a special series of teachings and initiations. Lama Jampa is renowned for making profound Buddhist wisdom clear, relevant, and inspiring for modern life. All are warmly welcome.
SATURDAY–SUNDAY, MAY 9–10 | Bodhi Path, San Luis Obispo
Showing the Buddha Nature
Lama Jampa Thaye will visit Bodhi Path San Luis Obispo for a special weekend devoted to teachings on the Buddha Nature from the Karma Kagyu Lineage. Composed by the Third Karmapa Rangjung Dorje, Showing the Buddha Nature presents the view of Zhentong Madhyamaka ('empty of other'). Lama Jampa will teach using the commentary 'Clarifying the Thought of Rangjung' by Jamgon Kongtrol Lodro Thaye.
Visit the Bodhi Path San Luis Obispo website for further details.
SATURDAY, MAY 16 | 10:30 AM | Hosted by Dechen LA at The Westside at 2929 South Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90064
One of the most profound texts in Buddhism, the Heart Sutra reveals the essence of wisdom—realizing the emptiness of all phenomena. Lama Jampa will illuminate its meaning with characteristic clarity and humor, showing how this timeless teaching speaks directly to our everyday experience.
SATURDAY, MAY 16 | 2:30 PM | Dechen LA
Initiation of the Seven Medicine Buddha Deities
This rare and powerful initiation introduces the practice of the Medicine Buddhas, whose blessings bring healing, clarity, and the purification of mental and physical suffering. A precious opportunity to cultivate wellbeing for oneself and others through the wisdom of these enlightened physicians.