Venerable Thubten Chodron
Pioneering American Buddhist teacher and founder of Sravasti Abbey, co-author of The Library of Wisdom and Compassion book series with His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Bringing Dharma to the West in the 21st Century
Enjoy Venerable Thubten Chodron’s recent discussion with Nalanda Monastery about creating thriving Dharma communities in the West that blossom from traditional teachings and lineage teachers.
Featured Teachings
Check out highlights from Venerable Thubten Chodron's extensive teaching archive.
Posadha at Sravasti Abbey
An explanation of the ritual known as posadha, during which…
View postBenefiting the world through the Dharma
A talk with Tibetan nuns about Sravasti Abbey and how…
View postThe purpose of Sravasti Abbey
The purpose of the monastic sangha and the story behind…
View postSravasti Abbey: Tradition and innovation
Aspirations and visions behind the establishment of Sravasti Abbey.
View postResearching the bhikshuni lineage
Can the bhikshuni ordination be traced back to the time…
View postSravasti Abbey values
The Sravasti Abbey values, which help guide the development of…
View postLatest Posts
Keep up with recent teachings by Venerable Thubten Chodron and other Sravasti Abbey monastics.
11 Ways of benefiting sentient beings
Guidance on practicing ethics that benefits others.
View PostHindrances to generosity
Four hindrances to generosity and the three types of ethics.
View PostEducation in compassion and peace
I am glad to learn that the Federal University of…
View PostThe possibility of change
We can change because we don't have a fixed personality.
View PostMeditation on how anger distorts our perception of o...
Meditation on how anger affects our view of others.
View PostThe importance of understanding emptiness
Commentary on Chapter 1 of "Searching for the Self."
View PostThe benefits of generosity
What to cultivate and avoid in practicing generosity.
View PostPower of water, power of the mind
The importance of caring for our planet out of respect…
View PostEquanimity meditation with commentary
Examining our attitudes toward others to develop equanimity.
View PostUpcoming Live Teachings
Follow Venerable Thubten Chodron's teachings at Sravasti Abbey, online, and worldwide.
- Jun 6, 2025 6:00 pm
Online: Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps
- Jun 7, 2025 5:00 pm
Online: Searching for Self: How We Perceive Our World with Ven. Thubten Chodron
- Jun 13, 2025 6:00 pm
Online: Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps
- Jun 20, 2025 6:00 pm
Online: Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps
- Jun 27, 2025 6:00 pm
Online: Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps
- Jul 4, 2025 6:00 pm
Online: Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps
Books
Learn more about Buddhist books written and edited by Venerable Thubten Chodron.
Vajrayana and the Culmination of the Path
The final volume of the Library of Wisdom and Compassion by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Vener...
View DetailsGuided Buddhist Meditations
This invaluable resource provides Dharma practitioners with clear explanations of the stages of t...
View DetailsWorking with Anger
A variety of Buddhist methods for subduing anger, not by changing what is happening, but by worki...
View DetailsBuddhism for Beginners
An accessible and engaging introduction to some of the most commonly asked questions about the es...
View DetailsPearl of Wisdom, Book I
A compilation of prayers and practices commonly taught to people beginning to study and practice ...
View DetailsPearl of Wisdom, Book II
An inspiring resource for students who have already entered into the practice of Tibetan Buddhism...
View DetailsSamsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature
Volume 3 of The Library of Wisdom and Compassion addresses the unsatisfactory nature of samsara, ...
View DetailsAwaken Every Day
An instant dose of everyday wisdom, these insightful reflections help us understand our minds, ou...
View DetailsOpen Heart, Clear Mind: Study Guide
A complementary resource to Venerable Chodron’s book, Open Heart, Clear Mind, this study gu...
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