Rangjung Yeshe Institute
Founded by Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche as an institution of higher learning for those wishing to deepen their understanding of Buddhist philosophy and practice
Founded by Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche as an institution of higher learning for those wishing to deepen their understanding of Buddhist philosophy and practice
The courses offered at Rangjung Yeshe Institute include a variety of topics in Buddhist Philosophy, History, and Cultural Studies, and in Tibetan, Sanskrit, and Nepali languages. Students who are seeking a thorough education in Buddhist Philosophy and Himalayan languages may enroll in formal degree programs at BA, MA, and PhD levels or take advantage of RYI’s Certificate Course in Buddhist Studies. Several specialized non-degree courses are also available including RYI’s eight-week long summer intensives, online learning courses, and a year-long translator training program.
"Listen to the Buddha's teaching and you become pure, serene and gentle. Contemplate and you gain confidence in liberation. Meditate and you discover your inner natural wisdom. Therefore, strive hard to listen, contemplate and meditate!" -Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche
Buddhist Studies Online Learning
Rangjung Yeshe Institute is pleased to announce the 18th summer studies online program featuring intensive language training and Buddhist philosophy.
14 June to 5 August 2021 (eight weeks). Orientation sessions is from 9 June 11 June 2021.
RYI is offering a 25% discount on all courses for this year's Summer Program.
BUDDHA NATURE with Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche
May 1 – May 6
Click here for more information.
There will be no meditation classes for April 2021. Classes will resume again in the Fall semester.
Join us for our next online public guest lecture with Dr. Christina Kilby on "The The Gift of Fearlessness, Buddhism and the Protection of Vulnerable Populations in Times of War."
Monday, 12th April 2021
19:00 NPT (Kathmandu)
09:15 EDT (New York)
Zoom link here / Meeting ID : 818 0617 2724 / Passcode : 929134
Watch Erik Pema Kunsang & Dr. Catherine Dalton's talk on “The Practice of Buddhist Translation” here.
You can listen to previous guest lectures on Soundcloud. Click here.
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In Partnership With
Kathmandu University
Centre for Buddhist Studies