Our Spiritual Guide

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is a fully accomplished meditation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism. Geshe-la, as he is affectionately called by his students, is primarily responsible for the worldwide revival of Kadampa Buddhism in our time.

He is the author of 21 highly acclaimed books on Buddhism and has established over 1000 Buddhist Centres around the world.

Venerable Geshe-la embodies the peace and joy that come from practising Buddha's teachings and he teaches how to follow the spiritual path in a way perfectly suited to the modern world. We are very fortunate to meet with and receive teachings from this exceptional spiritual teacher.

Spiritual Director

Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab is the Spiritual Director of the NKT and the Resident Teacher at Manjushri KMC, the Mother Center of Kadampa Buddhism.

Gen-la has studied and practiced Kadampa Buddhism since 1980 under the guidance of his Spiritual Guide Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. His teachings, humility and kindness exemplify the essence of the Buddhist way of life. He is a perfect example of a Kadampa Teacher.

Each year, Gen-la Khyenrab teaches at the International Festivals, National Festivals and Dharma Celebrations throughout the world.

Resident Teacher

Kelsang Chowang is the resident teacher of Odiyana Buddhist Meditation Society in Singapore.

She has studied and practised Kadampa Buddhism for many years under the guidance of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Her straightforward and cheerful approach makes the teachings easy to understand.

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