Weekly Classes
Exploring the Dharma: Weekly Study Group
Join us for a weekly study group devoted to exploring the rich and profound Dharma teachings of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. This class will facilitate an accessible exploration of key texts, teachings, and practices, with a focus on understanding how these ancient wisdoms apply to modern life. In this series, we will delve into Gampopa’s […]
Sangha Saturdays
We welcome you to Samye on Saturdays! This spring, we invite you to a day of meditation, community, and study, open to all—whether you're new to the practice or looking to deepen your connection with the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Our day begins at 11 am with a community meditation session, Cultivating Awareness, suited for […]
The Practical Bodhisattva: How to Be a Spiritual Hero in Everyday Life
With Michael Friedman
On Sundays from 11 am to 1 pm, Lama Michael Friedman offers meditation, study of essential texts, and group discussion, covering varying topics in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. Our atmosphere is informal, the meditation simple and straightforward, and, though some familiarity with buddhadharma is certainly helpful, it is not required. (A good practitioner always cultivates […]
Volunteer and Staff: Samye Institute Summer Immersion: The Buddhist Arts & Sciences
STAFF/VOLUNTEER Registration for 2025 Summer Immersion Program. Please use this for STAFF/VOLUNTEER registrations only. This immersive six-week program offers a unique opportunity to delve into the timeless wisdom of the Buddhist tradition. Combining intellectual exploration with personal transformation, it integrates teachings on the inner fields of knowledge—Buddhist philosophy and meditative practices—with the outer fields of […]
Samye Institute Summer Immersion: The Buddhist Arts & Sciences
With Phakchok Rinpoche, Tulku Migmar Tsering, Ven. Wangchuk Dorjee Negi, John Makransky, Hilary Herdman, Oriane Lavole, Seth Auster-Rosen, Tawni Tidwell, Tenzin Loden and Alex Yiannopoulos
This immersive six-week program offers a unique opportunity to delve into the timeless wisdom of the Buddhist tradition. Combining intellectual exploration with personal transformation, it integrates teachings on the inner fields of knowledge—Buddhist philosophy and meditative practices—with the outer fields of knowledge, such as logic, medicine, language, artisanry, astrology, and geomancy. These teachings are delivered […]
Logical Reasoning: Knowing the Mind, Knowing the World
With Tulku Migmar Tsering, Seth Auster-Rosen and Alex Yiannopoulos
Join us for Week 2 of the Samye Institute Summer Immersion Program! In this second week, we are joined by Seth Auster-Rosen and Alexander Yiannopolous, PhD, who will lead us into a deeper understanding of key philosophical insights from the four major Buddhist schools, linking observation with introspection.These daily sessions will be complemented by daily […]
Artisanry & Craftsmanship: Evoking the Environment of Awakening
With Tulku Migmar Tsering and Urgyen Gyalpo
Join us for Week 3 of the Samye Institute Summer Immersion Program! In this third week, we are joined by traditioanl Tibetan thangka painter Urgyen Gyalpo, who will lead us into a deeper understanding of how Tibetan iconography can evoke an environmental of awakening. These daily sessions will be complemented by daily teachings with Tulku […]
Awakening Dignity: A Weekend Retreat
With Phakchok Rinpoche and Sophie (Shu-chin) Wu
We are delighted to offer a first-of-its-kind weekend retreat based on Awakening Dignity: A Guide to Living a Life of Deep Fulfillment, led by co-authors Phakchok Rinpoche and Sophie (Shu-chin) Wu. This retreat marks the beginning of Phakchok Rinpoche’s summer teaching series at Samye Hermitage New York, welcoming both absolute beginners and seasoned students. The […]
Medicine & Wellness: Crafting Inner-Outer Harmony
With Tulku Migmar Tsering and Tawni Tidwell
Join us for Week 4 of the Samye Institute Summer Immersion Program! In this fourth week, we are joined by Tawni Tidwell, TMD, PhD, who will help us engage practical life-skills for living in harmony with your environment and community. These daily sessions will be complemented by daily teachings with Tulku Migmar Tsering, and supported […]
Calculations: Astrology, Geomancy & Finances
With Tulku Migmar Tsering and Tenzin Loden
Join us for Week 5 of the Samye Institute Summer Immersion Program! In this fifth week, we are joined by Tenzin Loden, who will help us explore traditional sciences that connect time, space, and personal livelihood. These daily sessions will be complemented by daily teachings with Tulku Migmar Tsering, and supported throughout by Hilary Herdman, […]
Integrating Buddhist Arts & Sciences in Daily Life
With Tulku Migmar Tsering and Hilary Herdman
Join us for Week 6 of the Samye Institute Summer Immersion Program! In this sixth week, we are joined by Hilary Herdman, PhD, and Robert Offner, who will help us bring it all together with guided mentorship and planning for your life, home, and community. These daily sessions will be complemented by daily teachings with […]