Chamtrul Rinpoche

Buddhist Teachings in The Netherlands

Chamtrul Rinpoche

About Chamtrul Rinpoche

Chamtrul Rinpoche is internationally known teacher in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Rinpoche teaches frequently in the United States, Europe, South Africa, Israel and Asia. His lessons are clear, direct and very profound. He holds a Pandita Kenpo (equivalent of Doctor in Buddhist philosophy) hat of Katok monastery and has received all the cycles of teachings, empowerments and transmissions from more than 25 different qualified masters and scholars from India and Tibet.

Rinpoche embodies not only a treasury of knowledge and Buddhist philosophy but also is an outstanding example of their transformative practice. Listening to his talk is interesting, informative, it provides authentic explanation of traditional Buddhist practices and powerful tool to overcome our own daily sources of unhappiness. Rinpoche's teachings are open to all.

Current Schedule - Amsterdam 2020

“Buddha Nature”

Friday, the 13th of March (18.30 – 20.30)

“The Union of Shamata and Vipassana Meditation”

Saturday, the 14th of March (10.00 - 12.00 and 13.30 to 15.30)

“The Union of Shamata and Vipassana Meditation”

Sunday, the 15th of March (10.00 - 12.00 and 13.30 to 15.30)

Upon request, refuge taking with Rinpoche may be scheduled on Sunday the 15th, after the teachings. If you would like to take refuge with Rinpoche please let us know when you subscribe to the other sessions.

The teachings will take place at a private residence in Amsterdam Zuid.

Details of the venue will be shared after registration. To register - please, click on the teaching registration button below or send an email to carolinaivanescu@gmail.com.

Rinpoche's visits are made possible by a team of enthusiastic volunteers and financially depend on your kind donations.

Contact & Teaching Registration

To register for the programme and for more info email Carolina Ivanescu:


or use the registration button under the teaching schedule.

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