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What is Nalandabodhi?

Nalandabodhi is a network of meditation centers, study groups, and individual members committed to exploring a path of spiritual practice and discovery rooted in the wisdom teachings of the Kagyu and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan buddhism, under the guidance of the Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche.

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, spiritual head of NalandabodhiThe Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche - Founder and Spiritual Director

Established in 1997 by The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche under the guidance of Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche, Nalandabodhi is a non-profit 501(c) organization dedicated to continuing the genuine lineage of Tibetan buddhism within the modern international community.

Nalanda West in Seattle, Washington

Nalanda West

The seat of Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche and headquarters for Nalandabodhi International, more...

 

Study Curriculum

Nalandabodhi offers a comprehensive study and practice curriculum on Buddhism, available at regional centers, via home study and on-line programs, more...

Students systematically learn and deepen their knowledge of dharma through a graded multi-year curriculum. Interested students may also pursue advanced studies at Nitartha Institute.

Practice Curriculum

From written instructions to regional facilitators, students are able to put into practice what they have learnt through studying buddhism, which then forms a path towards enlightenment, more...

Nitartha Insitute

A division of Nitartha International, the next step in Buddhist Studies, with Advanced courses, Summer Intensives, Regional Weekend Programs and Semester Programs.more...