INITIATIVES
Dharma Transmission
At SINI, we empower the transmission of the Dharma by offering opportunities for students to carry out traditional Buddhist practices, including Buddhist canonical studies and writing, prayers, ceremonies, sacred pilgrimages, and retreats while developing skills to share these teachings with contemporary audiences. The Institute prepares monastics and practitioners to effectively transmit the roots of Tibetan Buddhism as embodied in the lineage of the Khen Lop Chos Sum, short for Khenpo Shantarakshita, Lopon Pema Jungney (also known as Padmasambhava, or the Lotus Born), and Chosgyal Trisong Deutsan, together they form the trinity, or in Tibetan, Sum.
The Institute builds upon decades of cultural and religious preservation work carried out by our founder, Tarthang Rinpoche. Our work is to support a vibrant and beneficial course of study and practice that enables the transmission of the Dharma for the benefit of all sentient beings. This comprehensive approach includes innovative language education programs, monastic training in modern communication methods, traditional practices and ceremonies, and cultural bridge-building initiatives that make ancient wisdom accessible to diverse global audiences.
To concretely support these efforts, SINI offers students the opportunity to speak, teach, and write on the teachings of the Buddha and traditional lineage masters while developing contemporary communication skills. Programs that support the Transmission pillar include the English for Dharma Purposes comprehensive language program, the Khen Lop Chos Sum Foundation Lecture and Writing Series, the annual Dharmachakra program, the Tibet Peace Ceremony, the Manjushrinamasanghiti Chanting Program, daily practices, prayers, long-term retreat programs, and monastic education initiatives.
The transmission work prepares traditional dharma holders to engage contemporary circumstances through skillful means and cross-cultural communication strategies, ensuring the continuity of Buddhist teachings across cultures and generations.
Monastic Education
Comprehensive educational programs support monastics with language training, cultural studies, and modern teaching methodologies. The initiative prepares traditional dharma holders to engage contemporary contexts while maintaining authentic Buddhist wisdom and practice.
Chanting Ceremonies
Traditional Buddhist chanting ceremonies preserve ancient practices through events like the Manjushri Namasangiti Sanskrit Chanting Ceremony and pilgrimage rituals. These sacred gatherings maintain the continuity of Buddhist vocal traditions while fostering community connection and spiritual practice.
Humanitarian Projects
Environmental and community relief projects address hunger, water scarcity, and promote food sovereignty through developing green spaces in the Sarnath area. These compassionate initiatives embody Buddhist principles by providing practical support to local communities while fostering environmental stewardship.
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Sharing the Merit
Our comprehensive news section transforms recent happenings and community developments into thoughtful long-form writing, providing deeper context on our ongoing dharma preservation and transmission work. From program announcements and pilgrimage updates to scholarly achievements and collaborative initiatives, we document the living evolution of our mission through detailed narratives. To stay current with our latest developments, program launches, and community milestones, visit our regularly updated news page for the full stories behind our continuing efforts to build bridges of goodness.
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Preserving Sacred Traditions Through Your Generosity
Your donation directly supports the monastics who carry forward the ancient tradition of pilgrimage and chanting in the sacred places where the Buddha originally delivered his teachings. By contributing, you help preserve these timeless practices that have been transmitted for over 2,500 years, ensuring that future generations can experience the profound blessings of authentic dharma practice at Buddhism’s most holy sites.
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