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Welcome to Nalandabodhi Seattle

A space for meditation. A center for study. A community that supports your desire to live more fully. Nalandabodhi Seattle is all these things.

Nalandabodhi Seattle is home to a community of people who embrace the ancient yet timeless wisdom of the Buddha. Guided by our founder, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, we offer classes in meditation and Buddhist philosophy. The benefits of these practices and studies are relevant and applicable to our everyday lives.

Through Nalanda West we offer weekend programs, residential practice retreats and artist residencies. In conjunction with Nitartha Institute, we offer advanced classes in traditional Buddhist philosophy.

Whether you are interested in starting a meditation practice or have been a student of Buddhism for decades, we invite you to join us.

Dharma Programs

The King of Aspiration Prayers with Acharya Tashi

In this eight week series of teachings, Acharya Tashi Wangchuck will finish teaching The King of Aspiration Prayers. The prayer itself is rich in imagery and symbolism that, once explained, can deepen our appreciation and understanding of the verses.

Sundays, January 5–February 23, 2025
10:00a–12:00p

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Dharma Study

Nalanda Digital Dharma

Start with Introduction to Buddhism and proceed with dharma studies at your own pace online.

Introduction to Buddhism – 2025 Series

Please join us for a new ongoing series, Introduction to Buddhism on Wednesday evenings in 2025 from 6:00–7:00p onsite at Nalanda West. Each class will consist of meditation, listening/viewing, and discussion. Feel free to drop in at any time! Classes will follow the Nalandabodhi Digital Dharma curriculum, so students can

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Mahayana 301: The Heart of Daring 2025

The Mahayana teachings introduce us to the possibility of transforming even the most negative emotions into positive states of mind. By working with emotions and exploring the illusory nature of all phenomena, we can develop a heart of genuine compassion. Mahayana also introduces the idea of buddha nature — the understanding that our hearts and minds are, from the beginning, the same as the Buddha’s.

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The Karmapas — 900 Years of Enlightened Activity (2025, part 2)

The First Karmapa, Dusum Khyenpa (1110-1193), was one of the greatest students of Gampopa (1079-1153), a legendary master of mahamudra meditation. Mahamudra is considered the peerless method for attaining enlightenment. Passing on the mahamudra lineage became a centerpiece of the Karmapas’ activity. An unbroken succession of teachers have held the title, or name, Karmapa after Dusum Khyenpa.

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Going for Refuge: First Steps on the Buddhist Path with Acharya Tashi

Mon., February 10, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm –

How does one become a Buddhist? What does it mean to “take refuge” in the Three Jewels: the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha? What are we taking refuge from? Are we ready to choose to be a refugee? To discuss these questions, Acharya Tashi will lead a series of classes leading up to a Refuge Vow ceremony held during the last class.

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Mahayana 301 – The Heart of Daring 2025

Tue., February 11, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm –

The Mahayana teachings introduce us to the possibility of transforming even the most negative emotions into positive states of mind. By working with emotions and exploring the illusory nature of all phenomena, we can develop a heart of genuine compassion. Mahayana also introduces the idea of buddha nature — the understanding that our hearts and minds are, from the beginning, the same as the Buddha’s.

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