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# Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre

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- [Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre Survey August 2026](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/kunsang-yeshe-retreat-centre-survey-august-2026/) - Please complete the survey and help us to develop a program that meets your ongoing Dharma needs. The survey is open to everyone who receives the Kunsang Yeshe newsletter. Remember to click the Submit button at the bottom. The survey will be open until (date - 2 weeks)
- [In Depth Meditation Training](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/in-depth-meditation-training-2/) - Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre is partnering with The Buddha Project to make the In Depth Meditation Training Program available in New South Wales. The program is a four year training offering guided meditations, in depth lectures and practical tools for modern practitioners, emphasising direct experience, personal transformation and real world applicability. It is grounded in
- [Upcoming Events](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/upcoming-events/) - Classes and Events Join us for meditation or one of our workshops, meditations or practices. Events are in person at Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre, Katoomba and/or via Zoom. Events Calendar Vajrasattva Initiation with Geshe Tenzin Zopa Now fully subscribed. Email committee_member@kunsangyeshe.com.au to be waitlisted. Vajrasattva practice is regarded as one of the most powerful methods
- [Emptiness and Healing: Realities and Remedies - a four part series with Venerable Yönten](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/emptiness-and-healing-realities-and-remedies-a-four-part-series-with-venerable-yonten/) - How do we navigate suffering, old age, sickness and death in ways that enrich our search for meaning and purpose? What can we actually do with our minds, and in our outer actions, to promote peace for ourselves and others? Why is understanding the emptiness of inherent existence a tremendous relief to those who understand
- [Pilgrimage to Sikkim with Geshe Tenzin Zopa 2027](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/__trashed-2/) - Join us for an exciting 16 day pilgrimage to Sikkim with Geshe Tenzin Zopa. Sikkim in the north of India has breathtaking Himalayan views, pristine landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and a vibrant Buddhist culture. It will be spring time which invites blossoming flowers and views of the spectacular Kanchenjunga mountain range. The great Buddhist master Guru
- [Monthly Teachings with Venerable Robina](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/monthly-teachings-with-venerable-robina-2/) - In this monthly teaching series, Venerable Robina offers practical, no-nonsense Buddhist tools for working with the mind and meeting everyday life with greater clarity, courage, and compassion. Drawing on Buddhist psychology and her decades of teaching experience, these sessions explore how our habits of thinking create both suffering and freedom and how we can train
- [Vajrasattva Initiation & Commentary](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/vajrasattva-initiation-commentary/) - This event is now fully subscribed. Please email committee_member @kunsangyeshe.com.au for your name to be added to a waitlist. Join us for a rare and precious weekend of purification, spiritual renewal, and profound Dharma teachings as lineage-holder and Buddhist master, Geshe Tenzin Zopa, bestows the Vajrasattva Initiation and offers commentary on Vajrasattva practice. In the
- [Year 4 In-depth Meditation Training](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/year-4-in-depth-meditation-training/) - Below you can read or download the description of studies in Year 4 - The Vajra Ground: Mahamudra and Kriya Tantra. These teachings commence 5th September 2026. Back to IDMT page
- [Medicine Buddha Healing Meditation](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/medicine-buddha-healing-meditation-2/) - The Medicine Buddha is revered to cure physical, mental, and emotional ailments, dispel darkness, and alleviate suffering through his 12 great vows. Medicine Buddha Meditations will be facilitated by Gloria, a longstanding Kunsang Yeshe student. The shop now stocks hand-crafted Medicine Buddha tsa tsas which were made at the Art Studio at Chenrezig Institute, an
- [Tara Practice](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/tara-practice-2/) - Tara is an important female bodhisattva in Buddhism. She is often referred to as the ‘mother of all Buddhas’ and ‘Tara the liberator’ as those who request help, find solace in her. Join us in the recitation of Lama Zopa’s Short Practice of Green Tara sadhana. It will be led by senior students of KYRC.
- [Registration Form Sikkim Pilgrimage 2027](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/registration-form-sikkim-pilgrimage-2027/) - Complete this form following the Pre-Registration and your acceptance into the pilgrimage. Please have a copy of your Passport photo page ready to upload at the end of this form. Travel insurance is compulsory for this pilgrimage. If you have already obtained this, please attach details and a copy of the Certificate of Insurance at
- [Pre-registration Questionnaire for Pilgrimage to Sikkim with Geshe Tenzin Zopa 2027](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/pre-registration-questionnaire-for-pilgrimage-to-sikkim-with-geshe-tenzin-zopa-2027/) - A pre-registration application form must be completed prior to acceptance and payment of a deposit for the pilgrimage .This questionnaire is confidential. Please answer the questions honestly, as your health and the welfare of other participants is important. Pilgrimage can affect people in interesting and sometimes unexpected ways. In some instances we may ask you
- [Terms & Conditions (Ts & Cs) and Waiver Forms for Pilgrimage to Sikkim with Geshe Zopa 2027](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/terms-and-conditions-ts-cs-and-waiver-form-for-sikkim-pilgrimage-2027/) - Please download these two forms (it may take a moment to load). Please read carefully, and initial or sign these forms as required. They set out Kunsang Yeshe’s responsibilities to you and your responsibilities to Kunsang Yeshe. They should be submitted at the same time as you complete the online Registration Form and make your
- [Audio-Visual Resources](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/audio-visual-resources/) - Link to YouTube Channel Link to DISCORD Channel The Heart Sutra with Venerable Chokyi March 2024 The Heart of the Perfection of Wisdom Sutra (the Heart Sutra) is part of the Prajnaparamita Sutras. It is a condensed presentation of the wisdom of emptiness revealed by Avalokiteshvara on Vulture’s Peak to one of the Buddha’s main
- [Become a Member](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/become-a-member/) - Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre is entirely dependent on the kindness and generous support of our students and members. All our funding comes from the Centre’s own activities. Everyone who works or helps at the Centre does so on a voluntary basis. Without this support, the Centre simply could not exist. Membership Benefits By becoming a
- [The Sanghata Sutra](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/the-sanghata-sutra/) - The Sanghata Sutra is a direct record of a teaching that was given by Buddha Shakyamuni on Vulture's Peak in Rajagriha. The Sanghata Sutra is one of a special set of sutras called dharma-paryayas, or 'transformative teachings' that function to transform those who hear or recite them in particular ways. One very powerful benefit is that at the time of
- [Venerable Chodron Monthly Teachings 2026](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/venerable-chodron-monthly-teachings-2026/) - Join Venerable Thubten Chodron again in 2026 for a series of engaging teachings that explore interesting and challenging Buddhist perspectives about how the world works. With her characteristic clarity and warmth, Venerable Chodron brings these profound topics into practical focus, helping us reflect on how they shape our personal lives.This series will draw on the
- [Chenrezig Institute: The Origin of Tibetan Buddhism in Australia](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/chenrezig-insititute-the-origin-of-tibetan-buddhism-in-australia/) - An invitation to attend the first screening of this movie at Kunsang Yeshe. Enjoy a light supper and chai followed by the movie. This documentary traces the remarkable journey of Tibetan Buddhism into the Western world. Through intimate personal stories, it reveals the vision, challenges, and devotion behind the founding of Chenrezig Institute for Wisdom
- [A First Look at Buddhism](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/a-first-look-at-buddhism/) - These two sessions provide a friendly, informal opportunity to find out about key aspects of Buddhism. They are suited for people who are curious and interested in Buddhist teachings, as well as those who want to refresh their connection with Buddhism. The sessions will include information, discussion and simple practice to relate experience with the knowledge. Each
- [Green Tara Retreat](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/tara-retreat/) - Tara who is considered the Mother of all Buddhas, manifests in twenty-one different forms - some peaceful and others wrathful or fierce. Green Tara is revered as the embodiment of wisdom and active and swift compassion. Tara’s name means “star” or “she who ferries across.” Appearing in female form as a bodhisattva, she shines especially
- [Exploring the Path](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/exploring-the-path/) - Exploring the Path allows us to get an overview of all topics of contemplation for the entire spiritual journey. It explores many of the topics that may be intriguing and challenging to the learner and those seeking a deeper understanding Dates: all dates are Thursdays 9th April - Introduction to the text by His Holiness the
- [Finding Inner Stillness - Shamatha & Mahamudra Meditation Retreat](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/finding-inner-stillness-shamatha-mahamudra-meditation/) - Join us for a weekend immersion in Shamatha and Mahamudra Meditation. Shamatha, also known as Calm Abiding Meditation helps the mind develop stability and tranquillity. Mahamudra Meditation explores the nature of mind itself, that natural clarity and openness of our own awareness. Over two days of teachings and meditation we will have the opportunity to
- [Pubic Talk - Calm Abiding Meditation - taming busy minds](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/pubic-talk-calm-abiding-meditation-taming-busy-minds/) - In this short talk Venerable Gendun will introduce calm abiding (also known as Shamatha) meditation and explain how this practice helps us train our minds to rest naturally in the present moment by using simple techniques such as mindful breathing. In turn these techniques can help promote a calmer, more balanced and less chaotic mind
- [Medicine Buddha Retreat with Geshe Sherab](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/medicine-buddha-retreat-with-geshe-sherab/) - The Medicine Buddha is also known as King of Lapis Lazuli. Lapis is deep blue in colour and is a healing stone. The purpose of the Medicine Buddha practice is to heal physical, mental and emotional pain and distress. On an inner level it can help us overcome the three poisons of attachment, aversion and
- [Medicine Buddha Sadhana](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/medicine-buddha-sadhana/) - This is the Medicine Buddha Sadhana that will be used during the Medicine Buddha Retreat with Geshe Sherab. It may take a few moments to donwload.
- [Tibetan New Year & Chotrul Duchen](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/tibetan-new-year-chotrul-duchen/) - Losar (Tibetan New Year) When: Wednesday 18th February Time: 2pm Location: 116 Bathurst Road, Katoomba. Please join us for a prayer service and to make light offerings. Offerings of fruit and flowers are welcomed. No bookings needed. Fifteen Days of Miracles When: Wednesday 18th February to Tuesday 3rd March. During these 15 days it is
- [Wisdom of Happiness with His Holiness the Dalai Lama](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/wisdom-of-happiness-with-his-holiness-the-dalai-lama/) - A first time screening at Kunsang Yeshe Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre is excited to share this movie with you for the first time. In this film, His Holiness speaks directly to the viewer, sharing timeless wisdom and practical guidance for finding inner peace, compassid hope — even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. See
- [Buddhism for Beginners](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/buddhism-for-beginners/) - This short course introduces key Buddhist concepts and philosophy. It will introduce you to what Buddhism is, who the Buddha was, basic Buddhist philosophy, and karma and rebirth. It may be useful whether you are religious or not, and help you understand how Buddhism may be applicable to your life. Dates: Thursdays 12th, 19th &
- [Public Talk by Geshe Sherab](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/public-talk-by-geshe-sherab/) - Happiness - it's all in your mind! Whether the mind is the brain has been studied by scientists, sometimes resulting in controversial conclusions. Tibetan Buddhism has long explored the subject of the mind, with some schools describing it as the subjective experience of thoughts, feelings, and perceptions that change constantly. In this talk Geshe Sherab
- [Illuminating the Path to Enlightenment](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/illuminating-the-path-to-enlightenment/) - This is a full book in PDF form. It may take a few moments to download. It is for Session 1 of Exploring the Path course with Venerable Chokyi.
- [Tara Practice](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/tara-practice/) - Tara is an important female bodhisattva in Buddhism. She is often referred to as the ‘mother of all Buddhas’ and ‘Tara the liberator’ as those who request help, find solace in her. Join us in the recitation of Lama Zopa's Short Practice of Green Tara sadhana. It will be led by senior students of KYRC.
- [KYRC Team](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/kyrc-team/) - Everybody who works at Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre is a volunteer, there are no paid positions. As well as those in the identifiable roles below, there are so many who step forward and lend a hand with cooking, cleaning, gardening, making chai, setting up for events and packing them away. Executive Committee Members Chairperson: Peter
- [Drop in Meditation](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/drop-in-meditation-2/) - Join us at the Centre for our Drop-in Meditation classes where you will explore meditation techniques such as mindfulness, spacious mind, loving-kindness, self-compassion and other techniques to cultivate a stable and peaceful mind. All are welcome – no previous experience of meditation is required. Tuesdays 12.15 pm – 1pmThursdays 12.15 pm – 1pm Just drop in –
- [Gift Shop](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/gift-shop/) - Kunsang Yeshe’s Gift Shop provides a wide variety of products to cater for our local community and visitors to the Blue Mountains. The Centre’s street-front location near Katoomba Station makes our Gift Shop a convenient place for customers to pop in and browse the latest offerings. Our products are of good quality and ethically sourced.
- [Kunsang Yeshe Program](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/home-page-nov-2024/) - Christmas 2024 Closure Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre will be closed from Friday 20th December through to Tuesday 14th January except for the Vajrasattva Retreat (28th-30th December) Drop-in Meditation Tuesdays & Thursdays every week 12.15 – 1.00pm Location: 116 Bathurst Road, Katoomba. Suitable for everyone Learn to Meditate This is a 6 week course exploring the
- [Sponsors Page](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/sponsors-page/) - Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre would like to express our gratitude for the generosity of the following businesses in supporting our ongoing activities. Your partnership has been an incredible benefit to our organization and we are so grateful for your kindness. We're not like other accountants. We start by actually getting to know our clients
- [Audio-Visual](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/audio-visual/) - About our Audio-visual Resources The following files are held on the Internet Archive. If you wish to download individual files rather than play them straight from the internet right-click and Save. Geshe-la speaks fluent English and knows how to relate to the Western mind when teaching the Dharma. Born in Nepal of Tibetan parents, he received
- [Visiting Teachers to the Centre](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/visiting-teachers-to-the-centre/) - Geshe Tenzin Zopa Geshe Tenzin Zopa holds the honoured Geshe (Doctorate) degree from Sera Je Monastic University, South India having completed the 20 year monastic curriculum in just 17 years. He was ordained at the age of 9 by the late great mahasiddha Geshe Lama Konchog, received novice ordination from Geshe Lundrup Sopa Rinpoche and full ordination from HH the
- [Become a Volunteer](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/become-a-volunteer/) - Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre is a not-for-profit organisation which has been 100% run by volunteers throughout its 30+ year history. Volunteers enable us to survive, thrive and contribute to the happiness of our Mountains community by supporting Buddhist teachings at our Centre. So volunteering for Kunsang Yeshe supports the Centre in important ways and, in
- [Donate](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/donate/) - Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre operates entirely through the generosity of its friends and members – whether attending a class, shop purchases or through kind donations. Your continued support will ensure the Centre remains viable and can be of maximum benefit to our community. Every donation, however big or small, contributes to the Centre’s financial sustainability
- [Yellow Tara Project](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/yellow-tara-project-2/) - Help us purchase Yellow Tara an abode in the Blue Mountains Many of you will know that we have big plans at Kunsang Yeshe, one being to establish a beautiful residential retreat centre here in the Blue Mountains, a haven of inspiration and tranquillity where people can come and practise for an extended period as well as
- [Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre Projects](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/kunsang-yeshe-retreat-centre-projects/) - Maitreya and Yellow Tara Lama Zopa Rinpoche previously advises the Centre to purchase 2 large statues, Maitreya ad Yellow Tara, to help us achieve success in our endeavours and to eliminate poverty - both financially and resources.These will be and are very large statues - 2 times and 3 times life size respectively - quotes
- [Hello world!](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/hello-world/) - Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing!
- [Photos & Video Gallery](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/photos-video-gallery/) - This page displays photos and events at Kunsang Yeshe Centre in addition to videos of recent teachings. Further material will be added as it becomes available. Other teachings and resource material can be found on the Resources page. KYRC New Centre Move & Yellow Tara Arrival 2022

## Pages

- [Welcome to Kunsang Yeshe](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/) - Vajrasattva Initiation with Geshe Tenzin Zopa Now fully subscribed. Email committee_member@kunsangyeshe.com.au to be waitlisted. Vajrasattva practice is regarded as one of the most powerful methods for purifying negative karma, restoring spiritual commitments, and clearing obstacles on the path to awakening. Dates: Saturday 29th - Sunday 30th August Times: 9.30am - 4.30pm Location: in person only
- [Membership Application Renewal Form](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/membership-application-renewal-form/)
- [Pro-rata Membership Fees](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/pro-rata-membership-fees/) - Below you will find the schedule of Pro-rata Membership Fees for Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre. You can click on the + sign to increase the size of the table or it is downloadable. Once you have selected the amount that is relevant to your category of membership please either make an online payment (back on
- [In Depth Meditation Training Resource](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/in-depth-meditation-training/) - Below you will find a document that explains the In Depth Meditation Training conducted by The Buddha Project. Contents include a descriptor of the program, what will be covered each year and texts that will be used.
- [Sanghata Sutra](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/sanghata-sutra/) - This version of the sutra is suitable for recitation. If you would like a copy of the writable version please contact committee_member@kunsangyeshe.com.au
- [Vajrasattva Sadhana](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/vajrasattva-sadhana/) - This downloadable Sadhana is for the use of practitioners who are receiving the vajrasattva Initiation and Commentary from Geshe Tenzin Zopa.
- [Green Tara Sadhana](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/green-tara-sadhana/) - This Sadhana will be used during the Green Tara Retreat with Venerable Dekyi 4th-5th July. Please download it to a device that you will have access to during the retreat. It may take a few moments to download.
- [Mahamudra Reading](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/mahamudra-reading/) - Please find below a reading provided by Venerable Gendun in relation to the upcoming Finding Inner Stillness – Shamatha & Mahamudra Meditation Retreat. It may be read online or downloaded for access at your convenience - just click on the document then download
- [My Calendar](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/my-calendar/)
- [Vajrasattva Retreat Resources 2025](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/vajrasattva-resources-2025/)
- [KYRC Volunteer Code of Conduct](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/kyrc-volunteer-code-of-conduct/)
- [Parking around Kunsang Yeshe](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/parking-around-kunsang-yeshe/) - Below you will find a map showing some free parking options around Kunsang Yeshe and an indication of where the main street eateries are located.
- [Accommodation Options in Katoomba](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/accommodation-options-in-katoomba/)
- [Tara Retreat Resources](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/tara-retreat-resources/) - Tara is a Bodhisattva who represents wisdom and compassion. Her extended right leg indicates her willingness to help those in need. The Retreat details are below. Further down you will be able to download the Tara Sadhana, Long Life Prayer for His holiness the Dalai Lama, Prayer for the Swift Return of Lama Zopa Rinpoche
- [Contact Us](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/contact-us-2/) - Visit us at 116 Bathurst Road, Katoomba, NSW 2780 Please feel free to drop in and relax in our gompa for some quiet time, or browse the library and gift shop. For events, teachings and meditations click here. Hours of operation: Tuesdays - Fridays 10am - 2pm Other times when there are events (click link
- [Return & Earn for Kunsang Yeshe](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/return-earn-for-kunsang-yeshe/) - Kunsang Yeshe has registered for the Return and Earn Program. The program recycles used bottles or cans with a 10c refund for each container. So, if you could collect these instead of putting them in your recycling bin, it will help us. With Christmas coming up, it is a perfect opportunity for you to register
- [Tibetan Medicine Doctor](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/tibetan-medicine-doctor/) - If you are interested in having an appointment with a Tibetan Medicine Doctor - Pema Gyaltsen - please read the information below and contact Dr Pema directly.
- [Our Spiritual Lineage](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/our-spiritual-lineage/) - His Holiness The Dalai Lama Tibetan Spiritual Leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama, as well as being an advocate for world peace, Nobel Peace Prize winner and temporal leader of the Tibetan people, he is also a prominent teacher in the Gelugpa Tradition. His Holiness is great source of inspiration for FPMT and is the
- [Vajrsattva Retreat Resources 2024](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/vajrsattva-retreat-resources/) - Please download the first PDF below. It contains the Sadhana and Prayers for Teaching Occasions which will be used during the Vajrasattva Retreat. The daily schedule is below that for your reference.
- [Position Descriptions November 2024](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/position-descriptions-november-2024/) - Centre Director Spiritual Program Coordinator
- [Tara Sadhana Practice](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/tara-sadhana-practice/) - This page contains a downloadable version of the Short Tara Sadhana that is used in the monthly Tara Practice. In addition there are the Long Life Prayers for His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Prayers for the Swift Return of Lama Zopa Rinpoche.
- [Resources](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/resources-2/) - Books, texts and other resources referred to in courses at the centre are listed here. A collection of older audio recordings of teachings given by visiting teachers and by Venerable Losang Yonten when she was our resident teacher are here. More recent audio and video files will be added as soon as possible. To find our
- [About Us](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/about-us/) - In 2022 the Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre relocated to new premises in Katoomba. We are just a short walk from the railway station and are not far from the central business district which has many businesses and retail outlets, not to mention some wonderful tourist attractions. With the help of many visiting teachers we hope
- [Generosity](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/generosity/) - “Generosity is the most natural outward expression of an inner attitude of compassion and loving-kindness.” ― His Holiness Dalai Lama Kunsang Yeshe Centre receives no external funding. We rely entirely on the generosity of our members, friends and supporters so that we can continue to offer access to the Buddha’s teachings. “If beings knew, as
- [Photo & Video Gallery](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/photo-video-gallery/) - https://youtu.be/ABvBvfZy1MA Photos and video footage of moving into the new centre at 116 Bathurst Rd Katoomba (Aug & Sep 2022) and the arrival of our 3 metre high Yellow Tara statue (Nov 2022)
- [Updates](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/updates/) - Click Here to Subscribe E-News Updates Geshe Zopa 2023 KYRC Teachings Geshe Sherab KYRC 2023 Teachings September 2023 News August 2023 E-news July 2023 E-news June 2023 E-news June 2023 Update E-news May 2023 E-news Tara Puja For Lama Zopa Rinpoche (14 Apr) April 2023 News March 2023 update (12 Mar) March 2023 News Feb
- [Kunsang Yeshe the Lawudo Lama](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/kunsang-yeshe-the-lawudo-lama/) - Kunsang Yeshe (1865 – 1946) was a famous yogi and tantric master of the Nyingma tradition who lived in the Mount Everest region of Nepal. Here is a short life story of the Lawudo Lama Kunzang Yeshe whose present incarnation Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche. The text is based on a biography called “Garland of Devotion”
- [Yellow Tara Project](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/yellow-tara-project/) - Help Us Purchase Yellow Tara an Abode in the Blue Mountains A Residential Retreat Centre in the Blue Mountains Many of you will know that we have big plans at Kunsang Yeshe, one being to build a beautiful residential retreat centre here in the Blue Mountains, a haven of inspiration and tranquillity where people can come and
- [References](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/references/) - Books, texts and other resources referred to in courses at the centre, listed by course. (Note that any links to texts are provided for clear and accurate identification. No recommendation about where to purchase them is implied or intended.) Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life, Geshe Tenzin Zopa, February 2019 – Translated by Padmakara
- [Teachers and Lineage](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/teachers-and-lineage/) - His Holiness the Dalai Lama His Holiness the Dalai Lama, as well as being an advocate for world peace, Nobel Peace Prize winner and temporal leader of the Tibetan people, he is also a prominent teacher in the Gelugpa Tradition. His Holiness is great source of inspiration for FPMT and is the spiritual guide of
- [Material Generosity](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/elementor-211/) - Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre operates entirely through the generosity of its friends and members – whether attending a class, shop purchases or through donations. Your continued support will ensure the Centre remains viable and can be of maximum benefit to our community. Every donation, however big or small, contributes to the Centre’s financial sustainability and
- [Policies](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/about-us/policies/) - Announcement KYRC executive committee is currently reviewing the FPMT and FPMTA policies. We will upload new or updated policies on this page as they are ratified × Dismiss alert Current KYRC policiesFPMT Protecting from Abuse Policy for KYRC - updated 4 July 2022FPMT Ethical PolicyGrievance PolicyFPMT Policy on ShugdenPlease forward feedback about policies to executive
- [Shop](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/shop-3/)
- [Locations](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/events/locations/) - CONTENTS
- [Categories](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/events/categories/) - CONTENTS
- [My Bookings](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/events/my-bookings/) - CONTENTS

## Events

- [Drop-in Meditation](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/mc-events/drop-in-meditation/)
- [Drop-in Meditation](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/mc-events/drop-in-meditation-2/)
- [Demo: Florence Price: Symphony No. 3 in c minor](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/mc-events/demo-florence-price-symphony-no-3-in-c-minor/) - Florence Price's Symphony No. 3 was commissioned by the Works Progress Administration's Federal Music Project during the height of the Great Depression. It was first performed at the Detroit Institute of Arts on November 6, 1940, by the Detroit Civic Orchestra under the conductor Valter Poole.The composition is Price's third symphony, following her Symphony in

## Locations

- [Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Centre](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/mc-locations/kunsang-yeshe-retreat-centre/)
- [Demo: Minnesota Orchestra](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/mc-locations/demo-minnesota-orchestra/)

## Events

- [A First Look at Buddhism](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/event/a-first-look-at-buddhism-2/)
- [How to Stop Taking Things Personally with Venerab le Robina](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/event/how-to-stop-taking-things-personally-with-venerab-le-robina/)
- [How to work with Difficult People - Venerable Robina](https://kunsangyeshe.com.au/event/how-to-work-with-difficult-people-venerable-robina/)
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