One Month Lam Rim Meditation Course
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Since 1971, Kopan Monastery’s ‘November Course’ has been a life changing journey for thousands of people from all over the world. It was founded by two extraordinary Tibetan masters, Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche, whose vision was to share the wisdom and compassion of Mahayana Buddhism with people from every walk of life.
This annual course is more than just learning Buddhist philosophy, it is an immersive experience that invites you to pause, reflect, and transform.
What the Course Is About
The course follows the Tibetan Gelug tradition and is based on the Lam Rim, the Graduated Path to Enlightenment, compiled by Lama Tsongkhapa. It offers a complete step by step approach to developing inner peace, wisdom, and compassion, based on the original teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha.
You will learn:
- How to understand the roots of dissatisfaction and unhappiness
- How to work with your mind to overcome negative patterns
- How to cultivate a kinder, more open heart
- How to see yourself and reality from a fresh perspective
Some ideas may challenge your current beliefs. This is part of the process. We simply ask that you come with an open mind and a willingness to explore.
A Transformative Experience
This course is experiential, not just about theory. It takes courage and patience because real change takes time. Many students describe the month as deeply moving and even life altering.
The program includes:
- Daily Buddhist teachings
- Guided meditations
- Group discussions
- Special talks by visiting teachers
- Periods of complete silence
- Mahayana Precepts
- Pilgrimages to holy sites
