Overview
We are honoured to welcome Khen Rinpoche Geshe Lobsang Samten to the Lam Rim Buddhist Centre for an extended stay. The title Khen Rinpoche means Precious Abbot. Abbot Emeritus of Drepung Loseling Monastic College, he is now abbot of Namgyal Monastery, the personal monastery of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, in exile in Dharamsala. These positions demand exceptional responsibility and are reserved for those who have completed the highest levels of training and are recognised for their guiding abilities. Receiving teachings from someone who has not only mastered the extensive philosophical curriculum but has also been fully trained in tantra and has been entrusted with leading and upholding these traditions at such esteemed institutions is truly a rare opportunity. Not to be missed!
As part of his stay he will be giving a public talk on the topic of …
About the Teacher
Khen Rinpoche Geshe Lobsang Samten was born on 15 March 1966 in Darjeeling. He entered monastic life in 1978 taking novice vows under Gen Gendun, the abbot of Samten-Ling Monastery in Nepal.
In 1979 he joined Drepung Loseling Monastery where he studied the five major Buddhist philosophical texts under senior teachers including Phara Gen Pema Gyaltsen, Gen Nyima Gyaltsen, Tsulkhang Gen Yeshi Thupten and Phara Gen Namgyal Wangchen.
In 1987 he received full ordination from His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama at Drepung Loseling Monastery. In 1993 after completing examinations at the Gaden Lugsang Institute of Monastic Studies he was awarded the Geshe Lharampa degree in the first division following his thesis presentation at the Great Prayer Festival.
In 1999, he enrolled at Gyudmed Tantric University for advanced studies in Buddhist tantra, where he excelled and secured first place among his peers.He later held various academic and administrative roles, including chief supervisor of a Gelug academic institute, chief disciplinary master at Drepung Loseling Monastery, and disciplinary master at Gyudmed Tantric University.
From 2009 to 2016, while based in Mundgod, he taught science at several monastic institutions in southern India, including Drepung, Gaden, Rato and Jungchup Choeling Nunnery.
In 2018, he was appointed Deputy Director of the International Gelugpa Society and Vice Secretary to the office of the Gaden Tripa. Later that year, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama appointed him Abbot of Drepung Loseling Monastery, a position he held until the end of his six-year term in June 2024.
In November 2023, he represented Drepung Loseling Monastery at Emory University for the 25th anniversary of the Emory–Tibet Partnership.
On 1 October 2025, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama appointed him Abbot of Namgyal Monastery, and he was formally enthroned on 5 December 2025. He continues to serve in this role, offering teachings and guidance to monastic communities and students.
Schedule
10:30am to 12:30pm - Teaching with refreshment break
12:30pm to 14:00pm - Lunch & Break
14:00 to 16:00 - Teaching with refreshment break
Who Should Join?
Anyone interested in meditation, religious life, and inner development, Buddhist practitioners of all levels.
Lunch & Refreshments
All tickets include complimentary refreshments and food throughout the course - refreshments during break, a vegetarian main meal at lunch and a lighter supper in the evening. Please advise of any dietary requirements on the booking form.
Tickets & Donation
Everyone is welcome to attend Buddhist teachings freely, with no donation required. However, the Centre relies on the kindness and generosity of the community to remain open and continue offering teachings and retreats. We offer two main suggested donation levels to help make attendance accessible to as many people as possible, and we kindly encourage those who are able to contribute at the higher rate to do so. A portion of each donation is also offered to the teacher leading the retreat. Your generosity genuinely helps sustain both the Centre and the Dharma.
Standard Rate - This includes a donation to help sustain Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, and to cover costs and teacher expenses.
Basic Rate - This covers the very basic costs of running this course.
Support Rate - Contact us via lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com if the above rates are too high for you where we can discuss further subsidised options.
Note: Onsite accommodation tickets are provided for those intending to stay on and attend the subsequent teaching schedule of Khen Rinpoche Geshe Lobsang Samten. Please see other event >
Overview
We are honoured to welcome Khen Rinpoche Geshe Lobsang Samten to the Lam Rim Buddhist Centre for an extended stay. The title Khen Rinpoche means Precious Abbot. Abbot Emeritus of Drepung Loseling Monastic College, he is now abbot of Namgyal Monastery, the personal monastery of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, in exile in Dharamsala. These positions demand exceptional responsibility and are reserved for those who have completed the highest levels of training and are recognised for their guiding abilities. Receiving teachings from someone who has not only mastered the extensive philosophical curriculum but has also been fully trained in tantra and has been entrusted with leading and upholding these traditions at such esteemed institutions is truly a rare opportunity. Not to be missed!
As part of his stay he will be giving a public talk on the topic of …
About the Teacher
Khen Rinpoche Geshe Lobsang Samten was born on 15 March 1966 in Darjeeling. He entered monastic life in 1978 taking novice vows under Gen Gendun, the abbot of Samten-Ling Monastery in Nepal.
In 1979 he joined Drepung Loseling Monastery where he studied the five major Buddhist philosophical texts under senior teachers including Phara Gen Pema Gyaltsen, Gen Nyima Gyaltsen, Tsulkhang Gen Yeshi Thupten and Phara Gen Namgyal Wangchen.
In 1987 he received full ordination from His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama at Drepung Loseling Monastery. In 1993 after completing examinations at the Gaden Lugsang Institute of Monastic Studies he was awarded the Geshe Lharampa degree in the first division following his thesis presentation at the Great Prayer Festival.
In 1999, he enrolled at Gyudmed Tantric University for advanced studies in Buddhist tantra, where he excelled and secured first place among his peers.He later held various academic and administrative roles, including chief supervisor of a Gelug academic institute, chief disciplinary master at Drepung Loseling Monastery, and disciplinary master at Gyudmed Tantric University.
From 2009 to 2016, while based in Mundgod, he taught science at several monastic institutions in southern India, including Drepung, Gaden, Rato and Jungchup Choeling Nunnery.
In 2018, he was appointed Deputy Director of the International Gelugpa Society and Vice Secretary to the office of the Gaden Tripa. Later that year, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama appointed him Abbot of Drepung Loseling Monastery, a position he held until the end of his six-year term in June 2024.
In November 2023, he represented Drepung Loseling Monastery at Emory University for the 25th anniversary of the Emory–Tibet Partnership.
On 1 October 2025, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama appointed him Abbot of Namgyal Monastery, and he was formally enthroned on 5 December 2025. He continues to serve in this role, offering teachings and guidance to monastic communities and students.
Schedule
10:30am to 12:30pm - Teaching with refreshment break
12:30pm to 14:00pm - Lunch & Break
14:00 to 16:00 - Teaching with refreshment break
Who Should Join?
Anyone interested in meditation, religious life, and inner development, Buddhist practitioners of all levels.
Lunch & Refreshments
All tickets include complimentary refreshments and food throughout the course - refreshments during break, a vegetarian main meal at lunch and a lighter supper in the evening. Please advise of any dietary requirements on the booking form.
Tickets & Donation
Everyone is welcome to attend Buddhist teachings freely, with no donation required. However, the Centre relies on the kindness and generosity of the community to remain open and continue offering teachings and retreats. We offer two main suggested donation levels to help make attendance accessible to as many people as possible, and we kindly encourage those who are able to contribute at the higher rate to do so. A portion of each donation is also offered to the teacher leading the retreat. Your generosity genuinely helps sustain both the Centre and the Dharma.
Standard Rate - This includes a donation to help sustain Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, and to cover costs and teacher expenses.
Basic Rate - This covers the very basic costs of running this course.
Support Rate - Contact us via lamrimwalesmanagers@gmail.com if the above rates are too high for you where we can discuss further subsidised options.
Note: Onsite accommodation tickets are provided for those intending to stay on and attend the subsequent teaching schedule of Khen Rinpoche Geshe Lobsang Samten. Please see other event >
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