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Prayers on the occasion of the 1st Mahaparinirvana Anniversary of Mahapandita Yongzin Prof. Sempa Dorje at KIBI
July 15, 2023
A glimpse into the prayers on the occasion of the 1st Mahaparinirvana Anniversary of Mahapandita Yongzin Prof. Sempa Dorje at KIBI, New Delhi:
That day one year ago when we lost Prof. Sempa Dorje, the authentic scholar of Buddhism who …
KIBS charity activities
May 9, 2023
Language is one of the most important parts of any culture. It is the way by which people communicate with one another, build relationships, and create a sense of community. There are roughly 7000 spoken languages in the world today, …
His Holiness the Gyalwa Karmapa’s 40th Birthday at KIBI, New Delhi
The First Karmapa Düsum Khyenpa (1110-1193), who was one of the main disciples of Je Gampopa, founded the lineage of the Kagyu School. Ever since, the lineage has remained strong and successful mainly due to the presence of an unbroken …
Celebration of the Thrice-blessed Shakyamuni Buddha day (Buddha Purnima)
Buddha Purnima is among the most important festivals in the country, especially for the followers of Buddhism. It marks the thrice-blessed day of the Birth, Enlightenment & Mahaparinirvana of Shakyamuni Buddha. This year Buddha Purnima is celebrated globally on 5th …
Glimpses of the first day of KPC 2023![333]()
March 3, 2023
A very warm welcome to the Karmapa Public Course 2023! This year’s course writes history as the largest number of Karma Kagyu followers to date gathers in the Institute to receive Dharma teachings and empowerments. All the devotees are very …
Condolences Letter from Karmapa International Buddhist Institute, New Delhi
December 31, 2022
On the 28th of the December 2022, one of the lights of the planet and representative of the Buddha left our planet: His Eminence Luding Khenchen Rinpoche, the 75th throne holder of Ngor Ewam Choden and head of …
Conclusion of the 20th Grand Kagyu Monlam at KIBI
December 20, 2022
“We must keep non-violence as our goal.”
(His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje)
The purpose of holding Mönlam gatherings such as the Kagyu Mönlam is to bring peace to the world and to increase happiness and wisdom …
KARMAPA PUBLIC COURSE 3rd- 10th MARCH 2023
December 3, 2022
It is a great pleasure for us to invite you back to the Karmapa Public Course in March after a long break.
The course will be streamed. Please see this page for the schedule and details of how to access …
Karmapa Public Course -2023
October 23, 2022
We are very happy to announce that our first Karmapa Public Course after the break will take place from 3rd – 10th of March 2023.
The course will be streamed. Please see this page for the schedule and details of …
Genla’s Mahaparinirvana: The Final Puja Days
August 26, 2022
After the cremation of Mahapandita Yongzin Prof. Sempa Dorje’s kudung, the puja continued for another eight days. The very next day we carried on with the Gyalwa Gyatso (Red Avalokiteshvara) puja, along with one thousand tsok and butter lamp offerings. …