Special Event!
September 28th
A Teaching on the Pith Instructions of the Kadam Masters with Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi
Join us for this very special teaching given by Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi on the Pith Instructions on the Practice of the Kadam Masters
The Kadampa Tradition, not to be confused with the New Kadampa Tradition, emerged in Tibet during the 11th century, traces its roots to the profound teachings of the great Indian master Atisha and his foremost Tibetan disciple, Dromtönpa. Known for their sincerity, humility, and scholarship, the Kadampa Masters exemplified the integration of all the Buddha’s teachings into daily life through the practices of listening, contemplation, and meditation on the stages of the path to enlightenment.
In this day-long retreat, Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi will provide commentary on the pith instructions of the Kadampa Masters—concise, practical teachings that distill the essence of the path. These timeless instructions, grounded in clear wisdom and altruistic ideals, have profoundly influenced all schools of Tibetan Buddhism.
Our retreat will include teachings, guided prayers, meditation sessions, and group discussion, offering an opportunity to connect with these transformative practices.A tentative schedule includes a morning session from 10am- noon, lunch break (nearby restaurants within walking distance) and an afternoon session 2 – 4pm. All are welcome to join us.
Date: September 28, 2025
Location: Way of Compassion Dharma Center at the Third Street Center, 520 S Third Street, Carbondale, CO 81613
Contact: (970) 704-5512 or email admin@wocompassion.org
About Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi
Philosopher, Educator and a Polymath Monk, The Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi is President and CEO of The Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a center dedicated to inquiry, dialogue, and education on the ethical and humane dimensions of life. Its programs emphasize responsibility and examine meaningfulness and moral purpose between individuals, organizations, and societies.
Venerable Tenzin’s unusual background encompasses entering a Buddhist monastery at the age of ten and receiving graduate education at Harvard University with degrees ranging from Philosophy to Physics to International Relations. His book “Running Toward Mystery—The Adventure of an Unconventional Life” was published by Random House US.
Venerable Tenzin serves on the boards of number of academic, humanitarian, and religious organizations. He is the recipient of several recognitions and honors, and received a Distinguished Alumni award from Harvard for his visionary contributions to humanity.