Sakya Thubten Ling Tibetan Buddhist Centre

26/07/2026

🚨 Correction to Yesterday's Post 🚨

We'd like to apologise for a mistake in yesterday's event poster.

The poster incorrectly listed The Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva – Part 3 as starting at 7:30pm.

The correct start time is 6:00pm (18:00). 🙏

📖 The Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva – Part 3 🕕 6:00pm – 7:00pm Everyone is welcome. No booking is required, and you do not need to be Buddhist to attend.

🌿 Green Tara Initiation 🕑 2:00pm – 3:30pm Booking is required.

If you are joining us today, please use the times above. We apologise for any confusion and appreciate your understanding.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at Sakya Thubten Ling today. 🙏

25/07/2026

🌿 Tomorrow at Sakya Thubten Ling – Sunday 26th July 🌿

We have two special opportunities to join Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey tomorrow at the Bournemouth Buddhist Centre.

💚 2:00pm – Green Tara Initiation

Khenpo will bestow the Green Tara Initiation, offering an opportunity to receive the blessings and permission to begin the practice of Green Tara within the authentic Sakya tradition.

Booking is required for the initiation, so please reserve your place online.

🪷 7:30pm – The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva, Part 3

In the evening, we continue Khenpo’s teachings on The Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva — practical guidance for cultivating wisdom, compassion and the qualities of the bodhisattva path.

Everyone is welcome to the evening teaching. You do not need to be Buddhist, no previous experience is necessary, and there is no need to book.

If you miss any part of the teaching series, audio recordings will be available so you can catch up.

📍 Sakya Thubten Ling Buddhist Centre
167 Shelbourne Road, Bournemouth BH8 8RD

🎟️ Book the Green Tara Initiation:
Book your place⁠: https://www.stl.org.uk/product/green-tara-empowerment-uk/

We look forward to welcoming you. 🙏

24/07/2026

Tomorrow we warmly welcome you to Sakya Thubten Ling’s Annual Refuge Ceremony, a precious opportunity to formally take Refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha.

If you have been exploring the spiritual path, seeking greater peace, wisdom and compassion, this may be the moment to take the next step.

In Buddhism, we do not seek to convert others. The Buddha encouraged each person to investigate his teachings for themselves with wisdom and discernment. It is often said that when the causes and conditions are right, we naturally encounter the Dharma. If this invitation has reached you, you are welcome to reflect on whether it resonates with your heart.

Taking Refuge marks the beginning of the Buddhist path. It is not a binding commitment but a sincere intention to cultivate wisdom, compassion and ethical living. The Buddha always encouraged freedom of inquiry, never blind belief.

About our tradition

Sakya Thubten Ling follows the Sakya tradition, one of the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism, alongside the Nyingma, Kagyu and Gelug traditions. The principal teaching of the Sakya school is Lamdre (“The Path and Its Fruit”), a profound system showing how the path itself leads to the complete realisation of enlightenment.

The Refuge Ceremony is free to attend, although offerings are gratefully accepted to help support the Dharma and our centre.

If you would like to continue your journey, we also invite you to attend our Green Tara Initiation on Sunday. Taking Refuge is the prerequisite for receiving this empowerment.

Green Tara is one of the most beloved enlightened figures in Tibetan Buddhism. She embodies enlightened compassion in swift action, helping practitioners overcome obstacles, fears and difficulties while nurturing courage, wisdom and compassion. We also hold regular Green Tara practice sessions at the centre for anyone wishing to deepen their connection with this beautiful practice.

About Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey

The Refuge Ceremony and Green Tara Initiation will be bestowed by Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey, a highly respected teacher of the Sakya tradition. After many years of intensive study at the Sakya monastic university, he was awarded the title of Khenpo, recognising his profound scholarship and ability to teach the Buddha’s wisdom.

Khenpo Lekshey previously served as Director of the principal Sakya Centre in India and is a close disciple of His Holiness the 41st Sakya Trizin, one of the foremost lineage holders of Tibetan Buddhism.

Whether you are simply curious or feel called to begin the Buddhist path, you are most welcome.

🙏 Reserve your free place via our website. Click on the orange bookings button in the menu.

23/07/2026

23/07/2026

Tonight we continue with Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey's teachings on The Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva.

These practical teachings offer clear guidance on developing wisdom, compassion and the qualities of a bodhisattva in everyday life.

Everyone is welcome. You do not need to be Buddhist, and no previous experience is required.

If you miss any future session, don't worry. Audio recordings of every teaching will be made available so you can catch up and continue following the series.

🕢 Tonight at 7:30pm
📍 Sakya Thubten Ling Buddhist Centre
167 Shelbourne Road, Bournemouth BH8 8RD

This weekend we also have two special events:

🙏 Refuge Ceremony – Saturday
If you would like to formally become Buddhist or reaffirm your Refuge, booking is required.

🌿 Green Tara Initiation – Sunday
Receive the blessings and permission to begin the practice of Green Tara. Booking is also required.

Book your place here: https://www.stl.org.uk/product-category/bookings/

Kata offering scarves are available to purchase at the centre if you would like to make an offering to Khenpo and receive blessings. Mala beads are also available, and you are welcome to ask Khenpo to bless them after the teachings or events.

We look forward to welcoming you this evening. 🙏

22/07/2026

✨ Medicine Buddha Empowerment – Tonight at 7:30pm ✨

There are just a few places remaining for tonight's Medicine Buddha Empowerment with Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey.

Medicine Buddha is revered throughout the Buddhist world as the embodiment of healing, wisdom and compassion. Receiving this empowerment is a wonderful opportunity to deepen your connection with this enlightened energy and begin or strengthen your practice.

Whether you're new to Buddhism or already on the path, everyone is welcome.

🕢 Tonight – 7:30pm
📍 Sakya Thubten Ling Buddhist Centre
167 Shelbourne Road, Bournemouth BH8 8RD

Please note: Khenpo will be preparing before the empowerment. If you arrive early, we kindly ask that you wait in your car or in the car park until the doors open. Thank you for your understanding.

The last few tickets are still available, so don't miss out.

Book your place now on our website. Click on the orange bookings button in the menu.

We look forward to welcoming you this evening. 🙏

21/07/2026

Tonight we welcome our founding Lama: Khenpo Lekshey.

We start with the commentary of the Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva at 7:30pm.

Whether you're completely new to Buddhism or have been practising for many years, these timeless teachings offer practical guidance for developing wisdom, compassion and a kinder way of living. You don't need to be Buddhist to attend this timeless teaching.

Taught by Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey, a senior teacher of the Sakya tradition, this series explores one of Tibetan Buddhism's most treasured texts in a clear and accessible way.

Everyone is welcome. No previous experience is needed.

📍 Sakya Thubten Ling Buddhist Centre,
167 Shelbourne Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8RD
🕢 Tonight at 7:30pm

Also, the last few places remain for tomorrow evening's Medicine Buddha Empowerment. If you've been thinking about attending, now is the time to book. Green Tara and refuge ceremony (formerly become a Buddhist) are available to book also.

How to book: head over to our website and click the orange 'BOOKINGS' button in the menu.

We look forward to welcoming you. 🙏

19/07/2026

We're only two days away from Khenpo's two week visit and teaching schedule at Sakya Thubten Ling, Bournemouth.

Throughout Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey's two-week visit, he will be giving teachings and the oral transmission (lung) of The Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva.

Everyone is warmly welcome to attend these teachings. There is no need to book, and attendance is by our usual recommended donation of £5 (£2.50 concessions), which helps support the running of the Buddhist Centre.

Teaching schedule:
📖 Tuesday 21 July – Part 1 (7:30pm–8:30pm)
📖 Thursday 23 July – Part 2 (7:30pm–8:30pm)
📖 Sunday 26 July – Part 3 (6:00pm–7:00pm)
📖 Monday 27 July – Part 4 (7:30pm–8:30pm)
📖 Wednesday 29 July – Part 5 (7:30pm–8:30pm)

These teachings include the precious oral transmission (lung) of The Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva from our founding lama, Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey.

If you would also like to receive one of Khenpo's empowerments or formally take Refuge, booking is required as places are limited and tickets are selling quickly.

🟦 Medicine Buddha Empowerment
Wednesday 22 July • 7:30pm–8:30pm • £15
🟩 Green Tara Empowerment
Sunday 26 July • 2:00pm–3:30pm • £15
🟧 Talk & Refuge Ceremony
Saturday 25 July • 2:00pm–3:30pm • Free (optional offerings welcome)

Book your place here: https://www.stl.org.uk/product-category/bookings/⁠�
We look forward to welcoming you to these precious Dharma teachings with our founding lama, Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey.

🙏

16/07/2026

The Sakya Thubten Ling is delighted to announce the welcome return of Khenpo Hri Lekshey, one of our founding Lamas. He will be visiting the centre from Tuesday 21st July. Please see our website for the schedule and details of teachings, refuge and initiations: www.stl.org.uk

Please book your place for refuge and initiations by clicking on the menu in the top right hand corner of the website homepage and scroll down to the orange 'Booking' button.
You can also attend beautiful teachings on the Practices of the Bodhisattva. No previous experience is needed and you can attend as many or few as you like.

16/07/2026

Who is Green Tara? 💚

Green Tara is one of the most beloved female Buddhas in Tibetan Buddhism and is known as the embodiment of enlightened compassion in action. She is called the "Swift Liberator" because she responds quickly to the sincere prayers of those who call upon her. Her right leg is extended, symbolising her readiness to rise immediately to help all beings.

For centuries, practitioners have turned to Green Tara for protection from fear, the removal of obstacles, guidance through difficult times, and support on the path to awakening. Her practice is associated with developing courage, wisdom, compassion and the inner confidence to face life's challenges with a calm and open heart.

Receiving a Green Tara Empowerment (Jenang) is a precious opportunity. It establishes a connection with Green Tara's enlightened qualities and authorises you to engage in her traditional meditation practice and mantra within an authentic lineage. For many practitioners, it becomes the beginning of a lifelong relationship with one of Buddhism's most compassionate and accessible deities.

Her mantra is:

Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha

We are delighted to welcome one of our founding lamas, Khenpo Jamyang Lekshey, from Sakya Centre in Dehradun, India, who will be bestowing the Green Tara Empowerment on Sunday 26th July 2026 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm at Sakya Thubten Ling Buddhist Centre in Bournemouth.

Whether you're completely new to Buddhism or already have an established practice, everyone is warmly welcome.

Book your place here:
https://www.stl.org.uk/product/green-tara-empowerment-uk/

May Green Tara's blessings remove obstacles from your path and bring courage, wisdom and compassion to your life.

Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha 🙏💚