Passing the Torch at Khyentse Foundation
Rinpoche shares his aspirations for Khyentse Foundation’s future.
Newsroom
Drubgyud Tenzin Rinpoche Part 2
Eager to know more about this amazing teacher and hear his recommendations as an important player in Khyentse Foundation’s future, we sat down with Drubgyud Tenzin Rinpoche at SSRC and spoke with him about his training as a Buddhist teacher and his new life in the West.
Drubgyud Tenzin Rinpoche Part 1
Drubgyud Tenzin Rinpoche, one of the brightest young tulkus under the direct tutelage of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche (Khyentse Rinpoche), is now a celebrated scholar and Buddhist teacher.
Honoring Excellence in Buddhist Studies: Nomination Window for KF Dissertation Award Opens October 1, 2023
The Khyentse Foundation Award for Outstanding PhD Dissertation in Buddhist Studies is given annually to the author of a doctoral dissertation in the field of Buddhist studies, defended during the previous 2 academic years.
Events
Nils Martin Receives 2023 KF Award for Outstanding PhD Dissertation in Buddhist Studies
Martin’s dissertation is a masterful contribution to the history of art and of Buddhism in the Western Himalayas.
Story Series
- Bodhi Seeds Series
- Faces of the Foundation
- Goodman Lecture Series
- Great Patron Series
- It's Fantastic Series
- Words of Wisdom Series
Goodman Lecture Series
The Goodman Lectures are organized in honor of long-time Khyentse Foundation friend and advisor, Professor Steven D. Goodman.
Professor Yao Zhihua
Key Points of Timeless Value
In this talk I will classify the different conceptions of emptiness in various Buddhist philosophical schools.
Erik Pema Kunsang
Key Points of Timeless Value
"Anyone, anytime, anywhere can improve, liberate, and transcend the present state of mind. I will speak on the four timeless principles taught in the Samadhiraja-sutra (‘The King of Samadhis Sutra’)."
Dr. Gareth Sparham
A Brief History of, and Introduction to, the Śatasāhasrikāprajñāpāramitā (“The Perfection of Wisdom in One Hundred Thousand Lines”)
“The Perfection of Wisdom in One Hundred Thousand Lines” is a colossal scripture. Probably the longest sacred book in existence, it comprises 12 volumes running to nearly 10,000 pages.
Professor Sheng-Hsin Hsu
National Taiwan UniversityZhuangzi and Zen
The interpretation of some Zen masters’ verses and their analogy with Zhuangzi’s thought. (Lecture in Chinese)
Professor Seiji Kumagai
Kyoto UniversityThe Past, Present, and Future of Buddhism and Buddhology in Japan
This talk will explore the history and current state of Buddhism and Buddhology in Japan, with an eye toward what they might aspire to become in the future.
Words of Wisdom Series
Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche speaking on pressing topics for the modern practitioner.
Lying Flat Buddha
The title refers to the recent phenomenon in mainland China of “lying flat” (Mandarin: “tang ping”), a type of passive resistance to the high pressure and competitiveness of contemporary life.
Invocation
A beautiful invocation written by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche on the last day of the tumultuous year of 2022.
Rinpoche on Gliding with the Changes
At the annual Khyentse Foundation board of directors meeting on December 3, 2022, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche addressed the group and spoke about bravely stepping into an unknown future. Here are excerpts from that talk.
Rinpoche on Giving, Receiving, and Sustainability
A letter from our founder, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche to our supporters, volunteers, grant recipients and the general KF community at these uncertain times.
Rinpoche on Paying Homage to Prajnaparamita and Arya Tara
Rinpoche skillfully connects Arya Tara with the mother of all the Buddhas, Prajnaparamita, and gives a brief teaching on a famous verse from the Abhisamayalankara (The Ornament of Clear Realization), a treatise said to have been directly revealed by the future Buddha Maitreya.
Great Patron Series
In 2002, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche began identifying some of the great patrons of Buddhism.
Thangtong Gyalpo
Born in Ölpa Lhartse in upper Tsang, Tibet, the historical figure Thangtong was a unique mahasiddha both because of his tremendous realization and his engineering accomplishments.
Her Majesty Ashi Phuntsho Choden Wangchuck
Gerard Godet, A Modern Patron of the Buddhadharma
Not only did Gerard invite great Tibetan masters to come and teach in France, he also helped create the conditions that allowed their teachings to flourish there.
Emperor Wu of Liang
King Jigme Dorje Wangchuk of Bhutan
Core Activity News
- Academia
- Education for Children
- Grants and Scholarships
- Monastics
- Practitioner Support
- Teacher Training
- Text Preservation
- Tradition and Legacy
- Translation
Academia
Supporting Buddhist scholarship at academic institutions around the world. Read more about our academic impact.
Rinpoche Awarded the Distinction of Honorary Fellow at SOAS University of London
On September 5, 2023, more than 30 years after his time as a student there, Rinpoche was awarded the distinction of Honorary Fellow at SOAS in recognition of his substantial contribution as a Buddhist spiritual teacher, writer, and filmmaker, and for his support to the school.
Professor Yao Zhihua
Key Points of Timeless Value
In this talk I will classify the different conceptions of emptiness in various Buddhist philosophical schools.
Education for Children
Bringing Buddhist education to the youngest generation.
Read more about our supported education projects.
Lhomon Education
Lhomon Education (LME), guided by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche’s vision, is an educational initiative committed to integrating the core teachings of the Buddha into all aspects of learning.
Middle Way Education
When it comes to dharma education for children, Middle Way Education has taken a “heaven and earth” approach.
Text Preservation
Protecting the Buddhist literary heritage. Visit our text preservation page for more information about programs we support.
2,000–year–old Gandhari Buddhist Manuscripts Find Permanent Home in Pakistan
A major collection of ancient Gandhari birch bark Buddhist manuscripts was donated to the Islamabad Museum, Pakistan, on December 20, 2022.
Sarnath International Nyingma Institute Compiles First-ever Encyclopedic Kangyur Catalogue
Launched by Tarthang Tulku in 2019, the Kangyur Karchag project has been guided and blessed by many eminent lamas.
Collections
KF Voices
Never Stop Asking
Lynn Hoberg shares what it's like to volunteer behind the scenes of a historic event when emotions are running high and so much is at stake.
Words from Rinpoche
Passing the Torch at Khyentse Foundation
Rinpoche shares his aspirations for Khyentse Foundation’s future.
Tributes
A Tribute to Suresh Jindal (1942–2022) by Rinpoche
There is so much about our friend Suresh that we will long remember and rejoice in.
Donor Story
Letter From An Anonymous Donor
An anonymous donor makes a substantial donation to Khyentse Foundation earmarked for the Buddhist Literary Heritage Project and sends an encouraging letter to the board of directors.