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​​Authentic Buddhist Teachings with a Modern Perspective

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Saturday, July 18
Chökhor Düchen, the Festival of the First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma
International Sangha Day

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On this sacred day 2,500 years ago, the Buddha gave his first teaching in the Deer Park at Sarnath, sharing the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path with five disciples. That moment set the precious wheel of dharma in motion, creating an unbroken lineage of wisdom that continues to transform lives today.

Chökhor Düchen is considered one of the most auspicious days in the Buddhist calendar - a time when positive actions are said to be multiplied many times over. What a perfect opportunity to:
Deepen our meditation practice
Practice generous giving
Recommit to ethical conduct
Study the dharma teachings
Connect with our spiritual community.


​When we do this, we become part of an ancient lineage of seekers who have found wisdom in the Buddha's teachings.
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The International Mahayana Institute is happy to offer a PowerPoint presentation and short inspirational videos featuring some of our dear sangha members discussing their motivation for ordaining.  You can view these here.​

You can also be inspired by the video of Lama Zopa Rinpoche praising the amazing commitment of the sangha to living in the path of ordination: “The Sangha Are the Real Heroes Because They Are Defeating the Delusions.” 
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In-Person Teaching Events

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​Buddhist Mind Science Retreat 
with Hans Burghardt
(In Person)
August 14, Friday, 6:30 PM - 8:00 
August 15, Saturday, 10:00 AM (break) - 3:00 PM 
August 16, Sunday, 10:00 AM (break) - 3:00 PM 

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​Meditation Retreat 
​Venerable Sangye Khadro
(In Person)
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November 14, Saturday, 10:00 AM - 3:00
​November 15, Sunday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 

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Teachings on the Heart Sutra & Refuge Ceremony 
Geshe Thubten Sherab
In-Person
​Coming in 2026

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​Center Programs

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Drop-In Guided Weekly Meditation 
Tuesdays
July 7, 14, 21 & 28
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM  

(In Person)​
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​16 Guidelines for Meditation 
Every other Saturday
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Starting: September 5th
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM​ ​
(In-Person) 
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​​​Buddhist Mind Science Course 
Sundays
Starting September 13th 
11:00-12:30 PM 
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(In Person)
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How to Meditate Study Group 
Sunday's
August: 2nd, 9th, 23rd and 30th
September: 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th
October: 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th
November: 1st and 8th
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
(In-Person) 
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​Prayer Groups

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​We want to make supporting our center simple. We are offering a new, single-level membership. This simplified structure provides members with access to all the Dharmakaya Buddhist Center programming. 

Consider joining now! 

We want to be generous with our membership, so everything is included with a minimum monthly membership of $50: classes, meditations, weekend retreats, Saturday workshops – everything! There is great merit in supporting the Dharma. 

Every donation is critical to support our teachers, programs, center, and our ability to grow and flourish in Northern Nevada.

We are a 100% volunteer-run organization.

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Dharmakaya Buddhist Center


​140 Washington Street, #LL30
​
Reno, Nevada 89503



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Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition



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  • Welcome
  • Teachers
    • Spiritual Guides
    • Visiting Teachers
  • Events
    • Upcoming Event - Paula Chichester
    • Upcoming Event -Hans Burghardt
    • Upcoming Event -Ven. Sangye Khadro
    • Upcoming Event - Geshe Sherab
    • Upcoming Event - Ven. Robina
    • Ongoing Programs
    • Satellite Programs
    • Calendar
  • Media
    • Zoom Teaching Recordings
    • Teachings >
      • Geshe Sherab
      • Geshe Dakpa
      • Venerable Drimay
      • Venerable Courtin
      • Karuna Cayton
      • Jon Landaw
      • Paula Chichester
      • Don Handrick
    • Meditations >
      • Venerable Nordzen
  • About
    • About
    • Contact
    • Photos
    • Our Policies >
      • Ethical Policy
      • Protecting from Abuse Policy
  • Donate
  • Membership