From January 23 to February 6, our SINI community in Sarnath hosted the annual Four Noble Truths Seminar and Pilgrimage. The event was divided into two distinctive phases. The first week was held at SINI, where 18 participants from Canada, the United States, Brazil, Germany, Holland, and Myanmar gathered to explore and reflect upon the Four Noble Truths—the reality of suffering, its origin, its cessation, and the path leading to liberation.This diverse group brought a vibrant array of perspectives and questions to the seminar.
Over the course of the week, participants engaged in a series of Dharma talks, group discussions, and guided chanting sessions in Tibetan led by resident English language students, all of whom serve as teachers and chanting masters in their monasteries. Dr. Pandey, lead chanter of the Global Manjushri Namasangiti Sanskrit Chanting Ceremony in Bodhgaya, introduced everyone to the Sanskrit chant and patiently guided us into long Sanskrit words. SINI’s warm, supportive environment encouraged an open exchange of ideas and nurtured personal insights, connecting SINI students and participants of different cultural and professional backgrounds.
The pilgrimage included visits to Rajgir, Nalanda, and the 36th World Peace Ceremony in Bodhgaya. Blessings from all presiding lamas were received, and the group went straight to the heart of the Monlam. As we reflect on the profound experience of this sacred journey—blending India, Buddhist teaching, wisdom, and compassion within the Nyingma Mandala with personal insights—we are excited to continue fostering these connections.
We invite you to join us again next year; please reserve the second half of January 2026 for our next Four Noble Truths Pilgrimage and Seminar. Let us know if you would like to stay updated as we confirm the dates and open registration. We deeply value your participation.
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Khenpo Sonam Norbu giving a seminar teaching on the Four Noble Truths.