What is Nalanda West?

Nalanda West is a center for contemplative studies and meditation. The name is a commitment to the the ideals of the original Nalanda, the great university of the first millennium. More about Nalanda West . . .

Guiding Nalanda West

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche guides Nalanda West and regularly teaches in Seattle. Nalanda West is the seat for Rinpoche's activity in the Americas and headquarters for a collection of organizations exploring the Buddhist science of mind. More . . .

Organizations

The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche

Space Rentals

An Ideal Event Facility in Seattle

Nalanda West provides event hosting space for professional, private and community events. Facilities include a beautiful conference room (2100 sq.ft.), with an additional stage (150 sq.ft.) and large foyer (600 sq.ft). The conference room provides wonderful views of the Seattle skyline, and seats up to 180. Also available is a spacious 1400 sq. ft. dining room that comfortably seats 80 guests along with buffet and service tables, and has a 220 sq.ft. stage for a speaker or presentation. More about rentals . . .

Regular Offerings

Participate in a wide array of programs and activities:

Open House on First Wednesday of Each Month

Curious about meditation and Buddhism? Come to one of our open houses. Each open house features a new talk by a guest speaker. Next Open House: Tuesday, May 6.

Green Tara Practice

In the lineage of Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche and The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche. Sunday evenings at 7 pm. More. (.pdf)

Medicine Buddha Practice

Every 2nd and 3rd Sunday of the month at 9.30 am in the Vajra Spot. More info

Nyinthun

Monthly: 1 day of sitting meditation: 9 - noon, 2 - 5 pm, 7 - 10 pm.
See calendar for details.

Mahayana Curriculum

The Nalandabodhi study series on Mahayana Path. Nalandabodhi Curriculum information

Seattle Insight Meditation Society programs

Rodney Smith offers a six week Introduction to Meditation series of classes four times a year on Monday evenings. Sponsored by Seattle Insight Meditation Society

Program Series

BIG Buddhist Topics Series

BIG Buddhist Topics Monthly Discussion Series

In the tradition of discourses
given by the historical Buddha Shakyamuni, Nalanda West is pleased to announce a new discus-
sion series:
BIG Buddhist Topics:
Hear from a diverse group of speakers from various Buddhist traditions
on topics such as:

Tues. May 6 - Who is the Karmapa?

More (.pdf)

Train your Mind each Sunday morning

Nalanda West resident teachers give weekly teachings on powerful meditative techniques for directly training the mind to attain happiness and avoid suffering. Acharya Tashi Wangchuk is the senior teacher in residence. his teachings are supplemented by Acharya Lhakpa and others. Check the calendar for specific Sundays. Sponsored by Nalandabodhi.