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.

Manjushri Initiation

Bestowed By H.E. Khöndung Avikrita Vajra Rinpoche
Date: Sunday, February 2
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
Location: Shrine Room
Suggested contribution: $40 members, $60 public
To register, please visit: https://conta.cc/2Li88dP
Must be vegetarian for the day. Commitment is to practice Bodhicitta.

Kyabchok Khondung Avikrita Vajra Rinpoche will bestow the initiation of the special Anangavajra Manjughosha practice for developing enlightened wisdom and expanding positive influence.

Proceeds will benefit the new Sakya Jaigon Monastery in India.
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HEAvikrita Rinpoche with hat

Weekend of the Wish-Fulfilling Wheel

Bestowed and led by Kyabchok Khondung Avikrita Vajra Rinpoche
Friday, Feb 7 - Sunday, Feb 9, 2020

A comprehensive series of teachings, transmissions and guided group practice focused on White Tara with special dedications for the long life of Dagyum Chenmo.

To register for either the entire weekend or for individual events, please visit https://conta.cc/2DD61gl
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Dharma Lecture: Rainbow Body and Buddha Nature

By Tulku Yeshi Rinpoche
Date: Sunday, December 8
Time: 1:30-3:30 pm
Location: Shrine Room
Suggested donation: $20 Members, $30 Non-Members

In Tibetan Buddhism, it is said that certain meditation practices can alter the appearance of the body, transforming it into five radiant lights. The name given to this physical fluorescence is “rainbow body.” Rainbow body is also the name given to the transformation of the ordinary physical body as a result of years of specific disciplined practices.
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