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A Path of Practice
Bodhi Path offers a path for meditation practice and study that is rooted in authentic Dharma teachings and is suited to the needs and conditions of modern-day Dharma practitioners.
“A primary benefit experienced by the practitioner of meditation is the immediate improvement in the conditions of daily life. The practice of meditation leads to a mind that is more peaceful, more tranquil, and more at ease.”
–14th Shamarpa, Founder of Bodhi Path
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About Bodhi Path
Bodhi Path is an international organization of Buddhist centers founded by the 14th Shamarpa (Shamar Rinpoche). Bodhi Path centers provide authentic teachings presented in a contemporary manner. Bodhi Path teachers provide instruction in Buddhist meditation and philosophy, and offer guidance for practicing Buddhism.
News and Events
Three-and-a-half-day Fall Meditation Retreat: Bodhicitta in the Mahamudra Perspective (Natural Bridge)
Let us take a moment of contemplation of the true nature of our mind while…
Celebrating Bodhi Path Martha’s Vineyard’s 25th Anniversary: Paying Tribute to Kunzig Shamar Rinpoche 6-7 pm (Martha’s Vineyard)
Bodhi Path was established on Martha’s Vineyard on September 11, 1999, and tonight from 6-7…
Karma Trinlay Rinpoche’s Online Text Study Course #5 (Virtual)
Join us as Karma Trinlay Rinpoche gives in-depth teachings on the Buddhist text Moonbeams of Mahamudra by…
A Dharma Camping Retreat with Khaydroup Zangmo
Attention Dharma Campers! NEW CAMPSITE! Registration is now open! Last day to register is August…
Jan-Aug Monthly Video Series of Shamar Rinpoche’s last teaching (Renchen-Ulm)
On 25th August, you can watch the last part of video teachings from the last…
Pujadays in Honor of Shamar Rinpoche with HH Gyalwa Karmapa being present on June 11 (Renchen-Ulm)
It is now 10 years since our beloved teacher and founder of the Bodhi Path…
Registration Now Open for June 2024 Annual Program in Natural Bridge, Virginia
Registration is now open for the 2024 Annual Program at https://ezregister.com/events/39258/ Join us! These are…
8 Stupas Project at Virginia Retreat Center
Natural Bridge, VA, USA: Follow progress of the 8 Stupas— In 2023, the Bodhi Path…
Karma Trinlay Rinpoche at California Centers (CA In-Person and Online)
Karma Trinlay Rinpoche will be hosted at these CA centers in January, 2024. Happy new…
A joint statement regarding the reincarnation of Kunzig Shamar Rinpoche
Important news was posted on December 4, 2023. Within this news post, Thaye Dorje, His…
Karmapa’s Tour in Europe 2023
Thaye Dorje, His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa will give teachings across Europe this summer,…
June 2022 – Jigme Rinpoche in Prague
Lama Jigme Rinpoche, a master of Tibetian Buddhism, visited Prague from 17th to 19th June….
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Ways to Participate
Bodhi Path offers a range of activity for engagement.
Visit A Center
Bodhi Path centers offer opportunities to learn about, study, and practice meditation and Buddhism. You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend programs; the centers are open to all.
Online Learning
Our teachers complement in-person Bodhi Path programs with online activity, both streamed and recorded, including regularly-scheduled sessions and special courses.
Variety of Programs
Bodhi Path Centers host a wide assortment of program types, including weekly meditation and reading groups, special seminars with resident and visiting teachers, and retreats.
Explore Teachings
Bodhi Path offers teachings on meditation, practice and study, that are rooted in historically authentic Dharma and suited to the needs and conditions of modern-day Dharma practitioners.
Dedicated Teachers
Instruction Along the Path
Our teachers are a mix of lay and monastic spiritual friends from around the world, who either are in residence at the centers or visit regularly. They have all received extensive training according to traditional Buddhist methods and are available to guide students in learning about Buddhism.
Inspiring Projects
Sacred Sites
Some of our centers host sacred sites, such as stupas and spaces for meditation practice. For millennia, Buddhists have believed that visiting and interacting with sacred sites are a powerful way to help realize our innate potential for wisdom, compassion, and peace of mind.
“What stands out to me is that Bodhi Path embodies a nice balance of Western language and concepts, making the concepts accessible without oversimplification, or over-dilution.”
Introductory Teachings
For people who are new to Buddhism, these teachings provide a good starting place. As part of your introduction, we recommend consulting a qualified Buddhist teacher.
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