Introducing the Sustainable Service Program
The first workshop will be on Saturday, March 8. The Program has eight topics presented in individual modules, and these modules will be offered in quarterly day-longs over the coming year. For each training date, one module will be offered in the morning and one in the afternoon. Each half-day module stands on its own while it contributes to the overall theme of Sustainable Service. You may attend either the morning or afternoon session, or the entire day. The Program includes lecture, interactive discussion and meditation.
New Year’s Day 2025 Continuous Sutra Recitation: King of Prayers
On January 1, 2025, Lion's Roar sangha will continuously recite from 9 am to 5 pm the "Prayer for Good Conduct," also known as "The King of Prayers" and "The Prayer of Samantabhadra". We will be using a new (2021) translation of the prayer by Peter Alan Roberts under the auspices of "84,000: Translating the Words of the Buddha"
Visiting Monks Invite Everyone to Share in Sacred Cultural Celebration
Geshe Tsewang Dorje of Ngari Institute and fellow monks will bring healing energy and artistry to Sacramento this October with two special events: a Compassion Buddha Mandala from October 16-19 at Spiritual Life Center, located at 2201 Park Towne Circle, and a Medicine Buddha Mandala from Oct. 24 - 27 at Lion's Roar Dharma Center, located at 3240 B Street.
Ngari Institute Great Compassion USA Tour 2024
The Ngari Institute Compassion Tour USA 2024 is coming to Sacramento October 24 - 27.
Geshe Damchoebaazar Gurjav to give 8 Mahayana Precepts on Thursday, May 23rd at 6 am
Geshe Damchoe to give 8 Mahayana Precepts, Thursday, May 23rd at 6 am Join us on Thursday May 23, 2024, at 6 am to celebrate Saga Dawa Düchen, the auspicious occasion occurring on the full moon day of the fourth lunar month. This marks the pinnacle of Saga Dawa, the most significant month in the Tibetan calendar.
H.E. Ling Rinpoche, The Praise to Mañjuśrī: Glorious Wisdom Excellent Qualities
H.E. Ling Rinpoche has generously offered to teach "The Praise to Mañjuśrī: Glorious Wisdom Excellent Qualities" by Vajrāyudha/Vajraśastra (rdo rje mtshon cha). An English translation of the text is available free at Lotsawa House
Becoming A Buddha, by Lama Yeshe Jinpa
H.E. Ling Rinpoche has generously offered to teach "The Praise to Mañjuśrī: Glorious Wisdom Excellent Qualities" by Vajrāyudha/Vajraśastra (rdo rje mtshon cha). An English translation of the text is available free at Lotsawa House
Lion’s Roar Dharma Center Receives SMUD Shine Award for Permanent Shade Structures
SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 29, 2024 - - Lion's Roar Dharma Center (LRDC) is proud to announce that it has been honored with a SMUD Shine Award in the amount of $5,000 to erect permanent shade structures that will help reduce energy use and provide a usable community garden for programs and events that are free to the public.
New Year’s Day 2024 Continuous Sutra Recitation: King of Prayers
On January 1, 2022, Lion's Roar sangha will continuously recite from 9 am to 5 pm the "Prayer for Good Conduct," also known as "The King of Prayers" and "The Prayer of Samantabhadra". We will be using a new (2021) translation of the prayer by Peter Alan Roberts under the auspices of "84,000: Translating the Words of the Buddha"
Expressions Birthday Celebration
Join us at 12:00pm on April 29th at Lion's Roar Oharma Center for Khangser Rinpoche's talk on "The Bodhisattva Path for The Modern Life" followed by the Initiation of Namgyalma. All Are Welcome
Khangser Rinpoche “The Bodhisattva Path for The Modern Life” and Initiation of Namgyalma
Join us at 12:00pm on April 29th at Lion's Roar Oharma Center for Khangser Rinpoche's talk on "The Bodhisattva Path for The Modern Life" followed by the Initiation of Namgyalma. All Are Welcome
03/11/2013 Marga Satya – the Truth of the Path
An inspiring, pithy talk on Right Action, and cultivating enlightened activities.
Vajrayogini and White Tara Empowerments with Venerable Geshe Lobsang Delek
Līon's Roar Dharma Center is pleased and excited to announce that Ven. Geche Lobsang Delek Rinpoche will be visiting Do Nga Dargey Temple at Lion's Roar Dharma Center on Saturday, January 14, 2023 and Zanazabazar Temple on Sunday, January 15, 2023.
New Year’s Day 2023 4th Annual Continuous Sutra Recitation: King of Prayers
On January 1, 2022, Lion's Roar sangha will continuously recite from 9 am to 5 pm the "Prayer for Good Conduct," also known as "The King of Prayers" and "The Prayer of Samantabhadra". We will be using a new (2021) translation of the prayer by Peter Alan Roberts under the auspices of "84,000: Translating the Words of the Buddha"
Geshe Tsewang Dorje European Mandala Tour
Geshe Tsewang Dorje had a successful tour bringing sand mandalas to Sweden, Germany, and Austria. He sent us pictures from the tour for our website.
02/24/2013 Kalacakra empowerments, commitments, faith and accountability
Lama Jinpa's brief, pithy comments and heart instructions prior to Kalacakra practice with a small group of students.