Buddhist Studies Institute

A New Dawn

Help Buddhism Thrive

in 2025

As we approach the solstice, a time of transition from darkness to light, we reflect on the past to inspire the future. For over 2,500 years, the Buddhism has carried forward a lineage dedicated to deep transformation—both of individuals and society.

Protesting and self-help are important, but true change requires something deeper. To create lasting transformation, we must address the core of our being. Buddhism provides the path to this profound shift, reaching into the very heart of human nature to bring about lasting change.

This holiday season, we invite you to invest in yourself and others by donating to BSI. Your contribution helps us continue the essential teachings and practices that allow individuals to connect with their true potential, find their purpose, and make a lasting impact in the world.

Join us in nurturing true transformation.

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Buddhist Studies Institute is a project of Ngakpa International, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit EIN 68-0529687 and all gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Take Courses by Donation during the Holidays

For a limited time, the Buddhist Studies Institute is offering select courses by donation, allowing you to access profound teachings on meditation, Buddhist philosophy, and ethics at your own pace. These courses are designed to support your spiritual growth, offering valuable insights and practices to bring peace and clarity into your life. Contribute what you can and join our community in deepening your understanding and connection to these transformative teachings. Click below to explore these offerings.

Buddhist Ethics

Buddhism & Sexuality

Women in Tantric Buddhism

Bardo Teachings on Death & Dying

Ngondro Training
Heart of the Vast Expanse
with Pema Khandro

Module 1 begins January 27

5pm PT | 8pm ET | 12pm AEDT

Ngondro meditations are the foundation of spiritual growth, focusing on identity, body, relationships, and the past and future. These practices purify, train, and empower the mind and body, addressing key areas of Buddhist psychology such as identity, relationships, forgiveness, and empowerment.

This comprehensive course on Ngondro will be taught in four modules to support the accomplishment of practice over the period of one year. Module 1, The Field of Buddhas, will focus on purification of speech and generating the refuge field. This is a practice of getting resourced, learning one’s own lineage and understanding the field of support for one’s spiritual journey.

“There are different approaches to Ngondro, for some schools of Tibetan Buddhism it is reserved for much later. But for the Nyingma tradition we open the door to Ngondro meditations sooner, because for us it is the core or nucleus of spiritual training.” – Pema Khandro on Ngondro

Learn More about Ngondro Training

New Year
Meditation Marathon

January 1-21 Online
8am PT | 11am ET | 4pm GMT

30 Minutes Meditation

Begin the year with a transformative journey of self-discovery through meditation. Our New Year Meditation Marathon invites you to embrace change and growth through daily 30-minute guided sessions (8-8:30am PT) of Tibetan Zhine (Calm Abiding) meditation. Alongside the practice, we’ll explore the Five Buddhist Precepts, helping you cultivate inner peace, clarity, and compassion. An optional community discussion from 8:30-8:45am PT offers further reflection and connection. Join us as we open the door to profound transformation in the year ahead.

The Meditation Marathon is led by certified instructors from the Buddhist Studies Institute. Learn more about becoming a certified meditation instructor with our 2025 Meditation Teacher Training

Meditation Teacher Training

200 Hour Certification

February 10 – August 4, 2025

Embark on a transformative journey in 2025 and become a certified meditation teacher with the Buddhist Studies Institute’s comprehensive 200-hour program. This course blends live classes, mentoring, and practicums, diving deeply into traditional meditation practices, Buddhist philosophy, and ethics. Tailored to address the challenges of modern life, it equips future teachers with the wisdom, integrity, and compassion needed to guide diverse communities. Led by Pema Khandro, this program empowers you to learn the art of meditation instruction and bring lasting peace and transformation to a world in need.