Buddha's philosophy still speaks to the world today. November 20th is World Philosophy Day, established by UNESCO in 2002 to honor one of the most fascinating disciplines, dedicated since its inception to exploring the universe and human nature.
World Philosophy Day: The Buddha as the "Supreme Philosopher" Read more >>
We are pleased to share special news: Venerable Massimo Stordi, President of the Sangha Lhungtok Choekhorling Monastic Association, will participate in the meeting "An Irresistible Call: Franco Battiato and the Search for Self," as part of Milan Music Week.
An irresistible call: Franco Battiato and the search for self Read more >>
Thursday, November 13th, is International Kindness Day, celebrated worldwide. In our time, kindness can seem like a fragile, almost secondary gesture. Yet, on the path of Dharma, it is the very root of happiness and the basis for all spiritual growth, both personal and collective.
Meditations on Kindness Read more >>
We are grateful to have taken part in the Planet Earth Festival with our event on the theme Meditation and Nature, and to have contributed to a collective experience that turned the city of Lucca last weekend into a space for dialogue and reflection on major global issues — a reminder that the future is built through the more conscious participation of us all.
Pianeta Terra Festival. Nature as a Sacred Space to Dwell In through meditation Read more >>
October 4th, the feast of Saint Francis of Assisi and World Animal Day, is a day that invites reflection on the profound bond that unites human life with that of all creatures, a bond that was expressed in a touching way between Lama Zopa and Saint Francis.
Saint Francis and Lama Zopa Rinpoche: Universal Compassion Toward All Beings Read more >>
October 2nd marks the International Day of Nonviolence. We have collected some insights from the words and teachings of His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama, our spiritual guide, a revered voice, and a tireless promoter of peace, compassion, and dialogue. We are confident they will be a great inspiration.
Nonviolence as a Path: The Dalai Lama's Teachings for a More Peaceful World Read more >>
We are pleased to invite you to the Pianeta Terra Festival, which will be held in Lucca from October 2nd to 5th, 2025. We will be present with our event entitled "Meditation and Nature" on Friday, October 3rd at 19:00 pm, at the Botanical Garden.
Planet Earth Festival. We're in Lucca too! Read more >>
We concluded the Rains Retreat, one of the three fundamental practices that the Buddha entrusted to the monastic Sangha, with the final ceremony and, as is customary, a communal lunch.
We have concluded the Rain Retreat Read more >>
We are happy to share the recording of the event organized together with the Lama Tzong Khapa Institute and dedicated to the screening of the documentary film on Tenzin Lodoe Rinpoche, recognized as the reincarnation of the venerable Geshe Jampa Gyatso.
After many years, this summer we resume this precious tradition, which will last 45 days, from August 9th to September 21st. It is one of the three fundamental practices for monastic life that the Buddha entrusted to the Sangha.
We have begun the Rain Retreat. Read more >>
