Sakya Monastery of Tibetan Buddhism
"Through the practice of Vajrayana Buddhism, may the radiant flower of
Tibetan Culture be preserved for the benefit of all beings."

Welcome to Sakya Monastery

Sakya Monastery provides access to the Buddha’s teachings and guidance in a community of practitioners. Sakya Monastery provides a place to learn from highly qualified and spiritual Tibetan Lamas in a beautiful traditional setting.

 

How to learn about Sakya Monastery:

To learn more about the practice of Tibetan Buddhism at Sakya Monastery:

  • Attend the monthly Orientation – answers the most frequently asked questions.
  • Attend the 8:30 am Sunday morning introductory class and the 10:00 am Chenrezi service (open to the public). As we occasionally have special events, please check our calendar for the current schedule: Calendar of Classes and Events
  • Attend a Virupa Educational Institute (VEI) class at Sakya Monastery.
  • Attend the 7:00 pm Friday evening Calm Abiding meditation. Free and open to the public.

If you have any questions, please call Sakya Monastery at 206-789-2573 weekdays between 9:00 am and Noon, Pacific Time.

11th Annual Saka Dawa Retreat

1,000-Armed Chenrezi and Nyung Nye Vows
Led by Khenpo Jampa Rinpoche
Sunday and Monday, June 16 and 17
Time: 6:30 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Shrine Room
No retreat fee, but offerings to the Lamas and the Monastery are welcomed.

The fourth month of the Tibetan Buddhist calendar is called “Saka Dawa.”The full moon day (15th day) of the fourth month marks the holiest day in Tibetan Buddhism: the Buddha’s Conception, Enlightenment, and parting into Nirvana. It is auspicious to perform meritorious activities on this specific day. The merit generated from these virtuous activities increases 10 million fold. This year, that day is Monday, June 17, when for the benefit of all sentient beings and world peace, Khenpo Jampa Rinpoche will lead the retreat. The practice for this retreat is the 1,000-Armed Chenrezi.
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All-Encompassing Aspirations of Bodhisattva Samantabhadra

Teaching by Geshe Jamyang Tsultrim
Date: June 22, 2019
Times: 10am to Noon and 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Sakya Monastery Shrine Room
Suggested Donation for both talks: Members: $35, Non-Members $50 ($20 Members, $30 Non-Members for just one session)

We welcome Geshe Jamyang Tsultrim from Nalanda Institute in Olympia for this special two part teaching on the “King of Prayers.” This aspiration text is based on Bodhisattva Samantabhadra and is commonly recited as a Bodhisattva aspiration either individually or collectively in a large gathering to instill personal and global peace.
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HEAvikrita Rinpoche with hat

Tsuktor Barwa Inititiation

Bestowed By H.E. Kyabchog Khondung Avikrita Vajra Rinpoche
Date: July 17, 2019
Time 7:30 pm
Pre-requisite: Refuge; vegetarian for the day (at least before the initiation)
Commitment (samaya): to determine and keep the vow of aspiring bodhicitta
Suggested donation: $55 Members and $75 Non-Members

The practice of Tsuktor Barwa (in Sanskrit, Ushnishajvala) was taught by the Buddha in the Manjushri Root Tantra as an exceptionally powerful method for practitioners to clear obstacles, sickness, stress and negativity; and to promote well-being, success and positive qualities.

Rinpoche will bestow the full initiation from the lineage of the ancient Indian master Abhayakara Gupta.
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Our Precious Guru and His Monastery

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