Chökhor Du Chen is one of Four Great Occasions (“Du Chen” in Tibetan) commemorating pivotal events in the life of the Buddha. Chökhor (“wheel-turning” in Tibetan) commemorates the First Teaching given by the Buddha in Varanasi, 49 days after his experience of enlightenment. Since these days are related to important events in the life of […]
Virtual Chenrezig Chant occurs weekly on Tuesday evenings. See the Virtual Shrine Room for the most recent Zoom link.
Virtual Midday Meditation occurs each Wednesday afternoon from 12:15-1:30. See the Virtual Shrine Room for the most recent Zoom link.
Mindfulness Meditation is our foundation as practicing Buddhists. By practicing basic quiet sitting meditation (called Shamatha in Sanskrit), we develop more awareness of our thoughts and motivations. As a result, an innate gentleness toward ourselves and others emerges. Extended periods of shamatha meditation help us deepen our practice by giving us a chance to […]
After six years of waiting – after an arson fire moved us into borrowed spaces for four years, and a pandemic kept us from meeting in person for two years more – Columbus KTC opened its new location on Sunday March 20, 2022! Although we’re returning to in-person programs, we will still be serving our […]
