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Emptiness for Beginners

What it Means and How it Can Bring Us Freedom

Of all Buddha’s teachings, none are more far-reaching and transformative than the teachings on emptiness, the true nature of reality. The word itself may sound depressing, or the idea of thinking about the nature of reality as philosophical time wasting. But understanding and meditating on emptiness gives us almost unimaginable freedom.

Join us for an introduction to this most profound teaching. We will learn what emptiness is, why it is the most practical method for overcoming whatever challenges we face, and how we can apply it in meditation and in our daily life.

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Upcoming Courses, Retreats and Special Events

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Overcoming Anxiety in an Uncertain World

Saturday, April 19
11:00am – 1:00pm + Q&A
with Doug Cuomo

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The Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration

April 25-27
Temple for World Peace, Glen Spey
with Kadam Morten

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International Kadampa Spring Festival 2025

Empowerment and Commentary to the Practice of Buddha Maitreya
May 23-28
with Gen-la Kelsang Jampa

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International Kadampa Summer Festival 2025

Green Tara Empowerment & Teachings
July 25-August 9
with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong and Gen-la Kelsang Jampa

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A Life Beyond Fear

Thursday, September 11
7:00 – 8:30pm at the Town Hall
with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong

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International Kadampa Fall Festival 2025

Dorje Shugden Empowerment & Teachings
October 3-9
with Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong