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Founder Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

Discover the rich tradition of Kadampa Buddhism through its teachings, practices, and activities.

Modern Kadampa Buddhism

New Kadampa Tradition · International Kadampa Buddhist Union

Working for World Peace

About Kadampa

Modern Kadampa Buddhism is the practical application of the Buddhist path of compassion and wisdom to modern daily life. Introduced by the renowned Buddhist Master Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, it brings Buddha's timeless wisdom into the modern world, showing how Buddhist meditation can be integrated into busy lives, regardless of nationality, gender, or age.

Through these practices, we can develop deep inner peace, maintain a happy mind, and realise the full potential of our human life.

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The Books of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

The Books of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Statues & Temple Art

Statues & Temple Art
Qualified Teachers

Qualified Teachers
Centres

Centres
Temples

Temples
Festivals & Celebrations

Festivals & Celebrations
Study & Meditation

Study & Meditation
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Online Developments

The Founder

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

Meditation Master

A world-renowned meditation master and Teacher (1931–2022), affectionately known as Venerable Geshe-la. He inspired thousands to apply Buddha's teachings to solve their problems and find lasting inner peace.

Early Life & Training

After beginning monastic training from a young age in Tibet, he engaged in extensive retreats where Je Tsongkhapa appeared to him, clarifying essential teachings of Sutra and Tantra.

Arrival in the West

On 27 August 1977, he arrived at Manjushri Centre in England — the dawn of Modern Buddhism and a new spirit of hope in this world.

Centers & Temples

He established hundreds of meditation centers worldwide and designed six Kadampa Temples for World Peace, personally overseeing every detail.

23 Published Works

He authored 23 highly acclaimed books on Buddhism and meditation, now studied at centers worldwide and adopted by universities.

Study Programs

He created three study programs — General, Foundation, and Teacher Training — producing hundreds of qualified modern teachers each year.

Living Legacy

His life's work continues through the International Kadampa Buddhist Union, touching the lives of people of all nationalities and cultures worldwide.

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Collected Works

23 Books to Transform Your Mind

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche has dedicated his life to writing 23 highly acclaimed books on Buddhist thought and meditation, making these precious teachings accessible to everyone.

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Are You Loving Them or Needing Them?

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Kadampa practitioners discuss their experiences of dharma practice in their lives.

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September 2026

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South German Dharma Celebration in Karlsruhe, 2026

Events · 23 Sep 2026

South German Dharma Celebration in Karlsruhe, 2026

Over the weekend of 11–13 September, just under 150 people gathered at the Anne Frank House in Karlsruhe and online for the Southern Germany Dharma Celebration. Blessed with glorious late-summer weather and a venue full of…

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The international program of teachings comprising festival and dharma celebrations worldwide.

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International Festivals

Fall Festival 2026

Fall Festival 2026

Oct 9 – 15 · Manjushri KMC
Spring Festival 2027

Spring Festival 2027

May 28 – Jun 2 · Manjushri KMC
Summer Festival 2027

Summer Festival 2027

Jul 23 – Aug 7 · Manjushri KMC

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