BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kopan Monastery - ECPv6.15.16//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Kopan Monastery X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://kopanmonastery.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Kopan Monastery REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260603 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20251029T051640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T051640Z UID:6119-1780444800-1781395199@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Introduction To Buddhism 3-13 June 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/introduction-to-buddhism-3-13-june-2026/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20251227T084517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T090910Z UID:6188-1782000000-1782691199@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Meditation Retreat - Stillness & Compassion 21 - 28 June 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/meditation-retreat-stillness-compassion-21-28-june-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20251227T090641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T070225Z UID:6191-1783209600-1784159999@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Introduction To Buddhism 5 - 15 July 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/introduction-to-buddhism-5-15-july-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20251227T090805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T080042Z UID:6193-1784592000-1785283199@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Meditation Retreat - Stillness & Mind Training 21 - 28 July 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/meditation-retreat-stillness-mind-training-21-28-july-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20251227T091051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T091051Z UID:6197-1785801600-1786751999@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Introduction To Buddhism 4 - 14 Aug 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/introduction-to-buddhism-4-14-aug-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20251227T091236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T091236Z UID:6199-1787270400-1787961599@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Meditation Retreat - Stillness & Emotional Intelligence 21 - 28 Aug 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/meditation-retreat-stillness-emotional-intelligence-21-28-aug-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20260320T052026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T052103Z UID:6532-1788393600-1789343999@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Introduction To Buddhism 3 -13 Sept- 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/introduction-to-buddhism-3-13-sept-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20260320T054242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T054242Z UID:6552-1789862400-1790553599@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Compassion in Everyday Life - 20 Sept 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/compassion-in-everyday-life-20-sept-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20251227T091327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T055549Z UID:6201-1791072000-1791763199@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Introduction To Buddhism 4 - 11 Oct 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/introduction-to-buddhism-4-11-oct-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022 DTSTAMP:20260530T220044 CREATED:20251227T091618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T055644Z UID:6204-1792108800-1792627199@kopanmonastery.org SUMMARY:Another World Is Possible 16 - 21 Oct 2026 DESCRIPTION:A Taste Of Buddhism 30 March - 7 April 2026 \n \n \n \n \n \n A Taste Of Buddhism \n \n \n \n 30 March 7 April 2026\n7 Day Course) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Taught by: Tenzin Choden\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This short course is perfect for beginners\, introducing the fundamental Buddhist principles based on the Lamrim – The Graduated Path to Enlightenment. You will learn how to apply these teachings to daily life\, making them meaningful and practical. The course includes teachings\, guided meditations\, and discussion group sessions. A special feature is a silent retreat period\, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience of meditation practice. This course forms the foundation for more advanced programs and is a prerequisite for intermediate courses and some retreats. Participants will also receive guidance on setting up their own daily practice. Whether you are interested in Buddhism\, or seeking tools to work with uncontrolled emotions or life dissatisfaction\, this course provides practical skills to make life more fulfilling and meaningful. You will also meet like-minded participants and build supportive friendships. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Details of the course\n \n \n \n \n Course Dates: 30 Mar– 7 Apr\, 2026Course Teacher: Tenzin ChodenCourse Fee (Dormitory): US$ 140 (includes all meals\, dorm accommodation\, and a free book)Accommodation Options:Students may choose single\, double\, or triple rooms with private or shared facilities for an additional charge. Please check the room fee list and add to the flat course fee. Rooms are allocated in order of booking. Check-in: 9:00 am\, 30 March | First Session: 5:30 pmCourse Conclusion: 7 April with lunch Daily Schedule: 6:45 am – Morning Meditation7:30 am – Breakfast9:15 am – Teachings11:30 am – Lunch & Break2:00 pm – Discussion Groups3:30 pm – Afternoon Teachings5:00 pm – Tea Break5:45 pm – Guided Meditation6:30 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – Evening Program (Talk\, Q&A\, or Meditation)Guidelines: Attendance to all sessions is compulsory. Silence is observed from 9 pm until after lunch the next day.Mobile phones and internet-connectable devices must be checked in at reception.Please follow the monastic dress code during your stay. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrolment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLocation\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get The Direction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nOrganizer\n\nKopan SPC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n spc@kopanmonastery.org URL:https://kopanmonastery.org/event/another-world-is-possible-16-21-oct-2026/ LOCATION:Kopan Monastery\, Budhanilkantha Municipality\, Ward 11\, Kathmandu\, Nepal\, Kathmandu\, Nepal ORGANIZER;CN="Kopan SPC":MAILTO:spc@kopanmonastery.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR