The union of daily life and meditative practice
Modern Kadampa Buddhism is a special presentation of Buddha’s teachings designed especially for the people of the modern world. It is a practical way of life based on wisdom and compassion that is open to everyone regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation or faith.
"I understand through my own experience that Kadam Dharma is the supreme protection from suffering, the real method to solve human problems. Our intention in teaching Dharma is not just to spread Buddhism; we are trying to help people of this world by giving them special methods to solve their daily problems and to achieve the permanent happiness of liberation." —Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Kadampas aim to integrate their knowledge of Buddha’s teachings (dharma), the stages of the path to enlightenment (Lamrim), and apply these teachings to their everyday lives. The great Kadampa teachers are famous not only for being great scholars, but also for being spiritual practitioners of immense skill and sincerity.
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, founder of the New Kadampa Tradition (NKT-IKBU) and Modern Buddhism, has spent his entire life benefiting others through helping people find true inner peace.
Throughout his years in Western countries, Venerable Geshe Kelsang has given thousands of teachings, helped establish the International Kadampa Buddhist Union, trained hundreds of Buddhist teachers, and written 23 highly acclaimed books on Buddhism and meditation, including his most prolific title, Modern Buddhism which is free to download.
Gen-la Jampa is an internationally renowned, ordained Buddhist teacher and the General Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU).
As a senior NKT teacher, Gen-la Jampa has been a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for many years, and under Geshe-la's guidance has taught at many centers and events around the world.
Gen-la is well-loved for his clear and inspiring teachings and his ability to touch people’s hearts through his sincerity and loving-kindness.
Gen-la Sangden is the Deputy Spiritual Director of New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU), and is the National Spiritual Director of Kadampa Buddhism in Mexico, Colombia, Nicaragua and Peru, and the Resident Teacher at KMC Mexico.
She is admired by many for her good example and her loving and clear advice. She has practiced and taught Kadampa Buddhism for over 25 years.
Gen Kelsang Gomlam is an American Buddhist nun and the US Western National Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition. She is the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Colorado, and has been studying, practicing and teaching Kadam Dharma for many years.
Gen Gomlam’s heartfelt and practical teachings are presented with warmth and humor, making them accessible to everyone. Through her loving kindness, sincere concern for others, and deep understanding of Buddha’s teachings, Gen Gomlam provides an inspiring example of someone who has taken Buddha’s teachings to heart.
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