We are a Buddhist practice and study group of the Longchen Foundation based in Lewisham in south London. Our everyday world is so familiar and seemingly mundane that we easily take it all for granted. By learning to relate to experience in a simple and direct way we can begin the great journey to discover […]

An introduction to the bodhisattva śīlasaṃvara. Taught by David Hutchens.

This term, Spring 2024, will start on 6th February carry on every Tuesday until 9th April. We will be considering the Longchen Symbol. Elements of the symbol can be used to illustrate key elements of dharma that Rigdzin Shikpo thought were very important to our practice and the path. DateTeacherTopic - The Longchen Symbol6th FebWendyMandala […]

On Longchenpa Day we celebrate the life and legacy of the incomparable 14th century Tibetan Buddhist teacher Longchen Rabjam, for whom the Longchen Foundation is named. This day will include a showing of a video recording of a previous teaching Rigdzin Shikpo gave on Longchenpa Day as well as a gaṇacakra celebration. This event is […]

Longchen Foundation students living across the globe practise meditation and strengthen connections with each other every Sunday. We meet at 5pm (UK time) for 40 minutes of formless meditation. Then, for those wishing to connect more, there is an open space in the remaining 20 minutes for us to share whatever we feel inspired to […]