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Developing compassion and wisdom and helping those in need is the true meaning of life.

--from Transform Your Life by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso,

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Teachers & Community

Through the activities and dedication of the renowned author and teacher, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, Kadampa Buddhism has spread to many countries in recent years. The Kadampa community helps people all over the world find more happiness and compassion in their lives. Welcome!

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Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
is a fully-accomplished meditation master and internationally-renowned teacher of Buddhism.


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The teachers in California have studied and practised Buddhism for many years and teach Geshe Kelsang's books in several locations.

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This program makes Geshe Kelsang Gyatso's books available to prison inmates across North America.


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The volunteers at the Kadampa Buddhist Temple and its branches work in the community to promote inner peace.

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Working for peace is fun and incredibly meaningful!

Volunteer Opportunities

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Upcoming Events

Mar 21st, 2010
Course: Dharma for Depression
with Tessa Logan
at The Kadampa Buddhist Temple
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Mar 27th, 2010
Lamrim (Stages of the Path) Retreat
with Tessa Logan
at The Kadampa Buddhist Temple
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Apr 11th, 2010
Living Without Fear: Buddhist Refuge Ceremony and Teachings
with Tessa Logan
at The Kadampa Buddhist Temple
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Apr 15th, 2010
Precepts to celebrate Buddha's Enlightenment Day
with Tessa Logan
at Saraha Buddhist Center Residence
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Apr 15th, 2010
Buddha of Compassion puja & prostrations to celebrate Buddha's Enlightenment Day
with Tessa Logan
at The Kadampa Buddhist Temple
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Two Day Calendar

Monday
Heart Jewel with self-led Lamrim
7:00 am - 8:00 am

Thursday
Medicine Buddha puja
6:15 pm - 6:45 pm

Sunday
Wishfulfilling Jewel puja
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Tuesday
Downtown SF Meditation Class
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm

Tuesday
Temple Meditation Class
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm

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