Gampopa Study Course with Acharya Kalsang Phuntsok

Following the wishes and recommendations of Lama Jigme Rinpoche, this course is dedicated to one of the most important works of Tibetan Buddhism: ‘The Precious Jewel of Liberation’ by Gampopa. This profound fundamental work combines the essence of the Mahayana path with practical instructions and offers clear guidance on the path to inner freedom. Rinpoche sends us Acharya Kalsang Phuntsok, giving us the opportunity to get to know this work and delve deeper into it. Together we explore central themes such as the foundations of compassion and wisdom, the stages of the spiritual path, and the importance of meditation and ethical conduct.
The course is aimed at everyone, beginners or practitioners, who are looking for inspiration and clear guidance for their Buddhist understanding. At the same time, it is a study course, i.e., it will be continued once a year and the content should be reviewed thoroughly in the meantime – ideally, of course, in a study group.

With consideration for all working professionals, the course will have two teaching sessions daily on weekends and one evening session each weekday. For those who will be attending in person, there will be practice and study sessions during the day on weekdays and a question and answer session. All teaching sessions will also be streamed, and participants will receive audio recordings of the sessions with Acharya Kalsang Phuntsok.

Course times
Begin: Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 3 p.m., End: Saturday, January 17, at noon. Participation is possible both in person and online.
Daily routine during the week for present participants:
07.00h – 08.00h individual practice, then breakfast break
10.00h – 11.30h Study group, then lunch break
15.00h – 16.00h Questions and Answers with Acharya Kalsang Phuntsok
16.00h – 17.00h Shine-Meditation, then dinner break
20.00h – 21.30h Teaching with Acharya Kalsang Phuntsok (also onine)
Exception: no teaching on Wednesdays in the evening
Daily routine on Satudays and Sundayss:
10.00h – 12.00h and 15.00 – 17.00h Teachings with Acharya Kalsang Phuntsok (also online).
Exceptions: 03.01. Begin at 15.00h and 17.01. end at 12.00h

Fees
For the entire course: €240, reduced rate €195. The deduction is applicable for supporting members of Bodhi Path Renchen-Ulm, pensioners, students und unemployed persons)
For the entire course online: €140, reduced rate €115. (Online participation can be booked until January 3, 1 p.m.!)

Participation on single days is possible, payment on site.

Course language
English with German translation