Welcome to Kunzang Palyul Choling (KPC), offering a place of spiritual refuge, a worldwide organization linked through the internet, and a movement dedicated to keeping compassion alive in the world. Founded by Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo (Alyce Zeoli) in the tradition of Vajrayana Buddhism, KPC also represents a significant step for feminine leadership in the modern world of the Dharma.
Pray for 500,000 animals being slaughtered
On Tuesday, November 24th the Gadimai animal sacrifice festival will take place in southern Nepal. It is said that 500,000 animals including buffaloes, chickens, goats, pigs, rats, and birds will be tortured and slaughtered during this Hindu festival. On Tuesday, November 24 at 3pm, KPC will sponsor a fire puja (Riwo Sang Chod Practice) followed by Chenrezig practice and circumambulation of the stupas while reciting the Mani Mantra. The puja and recitations will be dedicated to these animals. Please come!
Participate in KPC events wherever you are
You can participate in the Sunday class offered at 2 p.m. (or the Thursday class at 6:30 p.m.) in Poolesville, Maryland. Check out our weekly webcast. Or if you would like to listen to the Sunday or Thursday teaching by phone, simply dial 1-517-417-5200 and press 82721 followed by the # sign. Make sure to call in just before 2 p.m. East Coast time.
Enjoy the Holiday Bazaar at KPC
Looking for a unique, meaningful holiday gift? Or a day away from shopping malls–with maybe a little quiet time thrown in? You’re invited! It’s our Holiday Bazaar & Open House, Saturday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Click here for more details.
The power of prayer
In the Prayer Room at KPC, a network of large and unusual crystals holds, amplifies, and broadcasts the spiritual energy of the 24 Hour Prayer Vigil (on-going at KPC since 1985). What if that very energy – of love, disciplined commitment, and longing for the freedom of all beings from suffering – could enhance your own spiritual practice? Read more
Visit Our New Website – Tibetan Buddhist Altar.org
As practitioners, we are not always able to practice in a temple or with sangha. With our new web site, Tibetan Buddhist Altar, we offer access to a virtual altar and prayer or meditation space that is just a click of the mouse away.
