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Introduction

Step forward to experience this historic language, which originated in the 7th century (c. 618–650 CE) during the reign of the 33rd King of Tibet,Songtsen Gampo. The Tibetan script was developed and formally introduced in Tibet by his minister, Thonmi Sambhota, who was sent to India by King Songtsen Gampo in the mid-7th century to study writing systems. Thonmi Sambhota created the script based on Indian Gupta characters to allow the translation of Buddhist scriptures into Tibetan.

Thonmi Sambhota is often considered an emanation of Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of wisdom, and was highly regarded for creating the foundation for Tibetan literature and culture.
Key details about Thonmi Sambhota include:

• Mission: He was sent to India to study Sanskrit and Buddhist texts, where he was recognized for his brilliance.
• Creation: He developed the 30-consonant, 4-vowel Tibetan alphabet, largely modeled on Indian Brahmic scripts, along with early grammar texts.
• Purpose: The primary goal was to bring Buddhism to Tibet by translating scriptures (Sutras/Tantras), which previously were only transmitted orally.
• Role: He was recognized as one of the “seven wise ministers” of King Songtsen Gampo. 

Thonmi Sambhota is often considered an emanation of Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of wisdom, and was highly regarded for creating the foundation for Tibetan literature and culture.
After successfully completing the 30th batch of TLC, Tibet House, New Delhi is delighted to offer you the opportunity to enroll in the 31st batch of the Tibetan Language Course (TLC).
This course is specially designed to enhance individual language skills while also providing a strong foundation for beginners interested in learning the Tibetan language.    

Registration opens:  Wednesday, 15th April 2026 at 12:00 pm (IST)

Course Commences on:
Monday, 1st Jun 2026 – Wednesday, 30th Sep 2026

To Register: CLICK HERE

*Note: 

*Limited Seats! (30 for each Levels)*Registration due date on Friday, 15th May, 2026 at  01:00 pm (IST)

A unique opportunity for students to study profound Buddhist philosophy with 75% scholarship support

Thosamling Nunnery & Institute, Himachal Pradesh
21st – 30th April 2026

Apply for Scholarship
Limited Seats Available

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP

Tibet House, New Delhi, is offering 75% scholarships to students for an 8-day residential retreat on Bodhicitta and the Wisdom of Emptiness.

This initiative aims to encourage students to explore the rich Nalanda tradition, combining deep philosophical understanding with practical life insights.

This is not just a retreat — it is an opportunity to transform how you think, learn, and experience life.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Understanding Bodhicitta (the mind of compassion)
• Insight into Emptiness (Śūnyatā)
• Applying Buddhist wisdom in daily life
• Building clarity, emotional strength, and purpose

ABOUT THE TEACHER

Venerable Geshe Dorji Damdul
Director, Tibet House – Cultural Centre of H.H. the Dalai Lama

Former Translator to His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Geshe-la is known for making complex philosophy simple, practical, and deeply relevant to modern life.

🎓 SCHOLARSHIP COVERAGE

Included (75% Supported):

• Teachings & sessions
• Accommodation (Dormitory)

Not Included:

• Travel expenses

LOCATION

Thosamling International Buddhist Nunnery & Institute
Near Norbulingka, Sidhpur
District Kangra, Himachal Pradesh

A distraction-free Himalayan environment ideal for study and reflection.

ELIGIBILITY / IMPORTANT NOTES

• Open to students only
• Genuine interest in learning required
• Accommodation will be shared
• Seats are limited

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Date: 10th April 2026
TIme: 05:00 PM IST

APPLY NOW

https://forms.gle/a9xuY3eGgEkfuGJA6

Tibet House, New Delhi, the Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, warmly invites you to a special two-day online teaching on the 37 Practices of the Bodhisattva.

This profound teaching offers practical guidance on cultivating compassion, wisdom, and the path of the Bodhisattva in everyday life.

Led By

Venerable Geshe Dorji Damdul
Director, Tibet House – The Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, New Delhi

A renowned Buddhist scholar and teacher, Geshe-la is known for his clarity, depth, and ability to make ancient wisdom accessible to modern practitioners.

About the Program

This teaching is at the request of the Nalanda Bodhicitta Group – Australia, a network of students across Australia and New Zealand dedicated to the study and practice of Nalanda Buddhist traditions through Tibet House, New Delhi.

Schedule

Day 1

Friday, 10th April 2026

• Session 1: 02:30 PM – 04:00 PM (IST)

Day 2

Saturday, 11th April 2026

• Session 2: 01:30 PM – 03:00 PM (IST)
• Session 3: 03:30 PM – 05:00 PM (IST)

How to Join

Join all sessions using the same Zoom link:

🔗 Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85278019072

🆔 Meeting ID: 852 7801 9072

👉 This single link is valid for both days and all sessions.

Participants can join the sessions online via the provided access links (QR codes in poster or shared links).

Purpose

• Learn the essence of Bodhisattva practice
• Deepen your understanding of compassion and wisdom
• Receive authentic teachings from a qualified Buddhist master
• Connect with a global community of practitioners

Contact

For any queries or support:

• office@tibethouse.in
• annajgreig@gmail.com

Closing Note

May these teachings inspire the cultivation of Bodhicitta—the awakened heart of compassion—for the benefit of all beings.

We warmly welcome your participation.

A Sacred Invitation from Tibet House, New Delhi

Tibet House, the Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, New Delhi, warmly invites you to join us in commemorating Bodhicitta Day 2026—a deeply meaningful occasion dedicated to the cultivation of compassion and the awakening of the enlightened mind.

On this auspicious day, participants will have the rare opportunity to take part in the Ceremony of Undertaking the Aspirational Bodhisattva Vows, observed on the 15th day of the Fire Horse Year (2153) according to the Tibetan Lunar Calendar.

This sacred gathering is an invitation to reflect, reconnect, and commit to the path of wisdom and compassion for the benefit of all beings.

Led By

The ceremony will be led by:

Venerable Geshe Dorji Damdul
Director, Tibet House – The Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, New Delhi

A highly respected Buddhist scholar and teacher, Ven. Geshe Dorji Damdul is known for his profound understanding of Buddhist philosophy and his ability to guide practitioners with clarity, compassion, and wisdom.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, 1st April 2026
• Time: 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM (IST)
• Venue: Conference Hall, Tibet House, New Delhi

Participate

• Register to Attend:
  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7f84wsEVjiWa0BqrbnyogiiKRI582IGeL2FCMxdWehSL3kg/viewform?usp=dialog
• Join via Zoom:
  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81047796076?pwd=NxXdZBpfVX3aTuILl6LywrvXPoQ87P.1

Additional Information

• Simultaneous interpretation will be available in Russian, Portuguese, Ladakhi, and Tibetan
• Participants attending in person are kindly requested to arrive by 05:30 PM (IST)
• Tea and refreshments will be served

Need Assistance?

For any queries or support, please contact:

• programmes@tibethouse.in
• pc@tibethouse.in

A Message for All

May this sacred occasion inspire the awakening of compassion, wisdom, and the spirit of Bodhicitta in all who participate.

We look forward to welcoming you.

As we commemorate (GHOTON) the 90th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama and celebrate 2025 as the “Year of Compassion”.  Tibet House, The Cultural Centre of H.H The Dalai Lama, New Delhi feels immense joy to celebrate“32nd Anniversary” of the presentation of the Buddha Statue by His Holiness the XIVth Dalai Lama to the Government and the People of India.  We invite you to kindly join us on this historic day to commemorate the 156th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and observe a Ceremony of Remembrance to  reflect upon the messages of the Buddha, Mahatma Gandhi and His Holiness the XIVth Dalai Lama on Peace, Compassion and Universal Ethics.

The ceremony will include a Prayer Offering, Remembrance Observance, and Reflections by Ven. Geshe Dorji Damdul, Director, Tibet House New Delhi on the lives and messages of these three great spiritual and moral leaders. We believe your presence will add meaning and grace to the occasion.

Let us come together in the spirit of compassion, non-violence, and universal responsibility — values that continue to guide humanity toward peace and mutual understanding.

Date:  Tuesday, 2nd October 2025

Time:  06:00 PM – 08:00 PM (IST)

Venue:  Conference Hall, Tibet House, New Delhi

Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88349662513?pwd=Dk0ojPhylW5ebVlB1oKxESIHPodTcW.1

Meeting ID: 883 4966 2513
Passcode:

Bodhicitta

Live Streaming is also available on YouTube in English, Hindi & Russian language. (Simultaneous Interpretation)

*Note:  *Open to the Public.  (In Physical)

              *Light refreshments, including blessed edible offerings, will be available for all attendees present at the venue after the conclusion of the event.

As part of the Ghoton celebrations, Tibet House, New Delhi is honored to organize a special event commemorating the 90th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the Great 14th Dalai Lama.  We are pleased to warmly invite you to the Annual Spiritual Ecology Lecture, one of the key highlights in the ongoing Ghoton series. This important event will take place as follows:

 Date:    Saturday, 27th September 2025
 Time:   06:00 PM – 08:00 PM (IST)
 Venue: Lecture Room – 2, Annexe, India International Centre, New Delhi

The Registration is solely for the physical participants: Click 

Concept Note:  Click

Live Streaming: @TibetHouseDelhi1965

The lecture will feature prominent environmentalists and individuals affiliated with various groups concerned with pressing ecological issues. This series particularly emphasizes the values of Environmental Preservation and Ecological Responsibility, aligned with the vision of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

We are honored to welcome our Guest Speaker: Mr. Soumya Dutta

• Trustee, MAUSAM (Movement for Advancing Understanding of Sustainability And Mutuality)
• Former Advisory Board Member, UN Climate Technology Centre & Network
• Founding (former) Co-Convener, SAPACC (South Asian People’s Action on Climate Crisis)

 Lecture Topic: “Climate and Ecological Justice“

For any queries, please reach us via email: pc@tibethouse.in or Phone: +91-844728959 

You’re warmly invited to attend the One-Day National Conference on Theravada and Mahayana (Series – V), organised by Tibet House, The Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, New Delhi as part of the yearlong celebrations commemorating the 90th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness The Great 14th Dalai Lama.  

This Academic Gathering aims to bring together Scholars, Practitioners, and Students to engage in meaningful dialogue on the Two Major Traditions of Buddhism—Theravada and Mahayana. The conference will explore their Historical Evolution, Philosophical Foundations, and Spiritual Practices, while also examining their Contemporary Relevance in addressing Ethical, Cultural, and Societal Challenges.

Through keynote addresses, paper presentations, and interactive sessions, the conference seeks to foster deeper understanding, comparative insights, and mutual appreciation between the two traditions.

By creating a platform for scholarly exchange, Tibet House hopes to encourage fresh perspectives, highlight the living wisdom of both Ttraditions, and strengthen the bridge between ancient Buddhist philosophy and modern-day contexts.

 Date:    Saturday, 11th October 2025
 Time:   09:30 AM (IST) onwards
 Venue:  Gulmohar Hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi

To Register:  Click

This special conference offers a unique platform for dialogue and shared wisdom between the Theravada and Mahayana traditions. We look forward to your valued presence.

*Note:  Registration will close on Friday, 10th Oct 2025 at 01:00 PM (IST).  Kindly complete your payment via CCavenue payment link and then proceed to submit the form.

Buddha’s First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma Undertaking the Aspirational Bodhisattva Vows

Tibet House, the Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama in New Delhi, warmly invites you to join us on the auspicious occasion of Chökhor Düchen—commemorating the Buddha’s first teaching after attaining enlightenment.

This sacred day will be marked by the Aspirational Bodhisattva Vows led by Ven. Geshe Dorji Damdul, Director of Tibet House.

 Event Details:

• Date: Monday, 28th July 2025
• Time: 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM (IST)
• Venue: Conference Hall, Tibet House, New Delhi
• Format: In-person and Online (Zoom)

Zoom Details:

• Link: Click here
• Meeting ID: 822 7984 6954
• Password: Buddha@25

Open to the Public
This event is free and open to all Dharma practitioners and spiritual seekers.

Live Streaming Available
Join us live on the Tibet House Official YouTube Channel with simultaneous translation in Hindi, Russian, and Ladakhi
TibetHouseDelhi1965

Let us come together in aspiration and commitment to the Bodhisattva path on this meritorious occasion.

🗓️ Date: 10th July 2025
🕕 Time: 06:00 PM – 08:30 PM (IST)
📍 Venue: Tibet House, The Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, New Delhi

Undertaking the Aspirational Bodhisattva Vows

To be led by: Ven. Geshe Dorji Damdul, Director, Tibet House, New Delhi

Main Language: English

Simultaneous interpretation in Russian in Zoom as well as in Live

To Join the Zoom Meeting: Click Here

Meeting ID: 842 3165 0878

Passcode: Buddha59

English Livestream Youtube Link: Click Here

Russian Livestream Youtube Link: Click Here

We warmly invite you to join Zamling Chisang, also known as Universal Prayer Day a sacred occasion of global prayers, purification, and offerings. This spiritually significant day commemorates the subjugation of local deities by Guru Padmasambhava and the founding of Samye Monastery, the first monastery in Tibet — symbolizing the harmonious union of spiritual forces and the flourishing of Dharma.

On this auspicious day, Bodhicitta Day, let us come together to undertake the Aspirational Bodhisattva Vows, guided by Ven. Geshe Dorji Damdul. May our collective prayers rise like incense crossing all boundaries, carried by the wind of compassion to bring blessings and benefit to all sentient beings.

🕊️ May the wind carry your offerings in all directions.
🌼 May your aspirations be fulfilled. 🌼

Celebrating the 90th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama

Tibet House, the Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, is honoured to host a grand celebration on Friday, 11th July 2025, as part of the ongoing “Year of Compassion”—a year-long tribute commemorating the 90th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. This special event reflects His Holiness’s enduring legacy of Nonviolence, Compassion, and Universal Responsibility, and brings together distinguished guests, scholars, artists, and members of the public to honour a lifetime of wisdom and service to humanity.

The day’s programme will feature a rich and meaningful array of activities, including an Inaugural Session, the launch of new Tibet House publications, and the Delhi premiere of the documentary film “The Wisdom of Happiness”, created by Barbara Miller, Philip Delaquis, and Manuel Bauer. This will be followed by a book discussion on “Dalai Lama”, a visual tribute by renowned Swiss photographer Mr. Manuel Bauer, who has closely documented His Holiness’s journey over several decades.

A photo exhibition titled “A Brief Biography of His Holiness the Dalai Lama” will be on display at the atrium area, offering visual insights into the life and legacy of His Holiness. The event will conclude with a spectacular cultural performance by the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA), Dharamsala, celebrating the vibrancy and resilience of Tibetan culture.

This event not only celebrates the life of a global spiritual leader but also serves as a call to action—for individuals and communities to embody compassion, harmony, and ethical living in today’s world.   Please join us!

Date:  Friday, 11th July 2025

Time:  10:00 AM – 03:00 PM (IST)

Venue: Bhim Auditorium, Dr. Ambedkar International Centre. New DelhiTO REGISTER: CLICK HERE

INVITATION OR REGISTRATION BASED:

(Prior registration is mandatory for the physical attendees)

Programme Overview : 

1.  Inaugural Session

2.  Launch of Tibet House New Publications by the Chief Guest and Guest of Honors

3.  Film Screening “The Wisdom of Happiness,” a film by Barbara Miller, Philip Delaquis and Manuel Bauer

4. Book Discussion on the book “DALAI LAMA” by Swiss photographer Mr Manuel Bauer5.  Photo Exhibition at Atrium Area: A Brief Biography of His Holiness the Dalai Lama

6.  Cultural Performance by the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA), Dharamsala

Note: This event requires paid registration.
Registration will close on 10th July 2025 at 01:00 PM (IST), or earlier if all seats are filled.