The Bodhisattva’s Resolve: A Teaching on the Essence of Bodhicitta
With Namchak Khenpo Rinpoche Ngawang Gelek | Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist Scholar and Justin Kirkwood | Teacher and Translator
September 16, 2026
Join us for our monthly Dharma Talk & Sangha Gathering—free and open to all.
About This Month’s Dharma Talk
Bodhicitta, the mind of enlightenment, is the heart of the Mahayana Buddhist path. It encompasses the resolve to bring all living beings to the supreme state of enlightenment, the path of practices for accomplishing that resolve, and the nature of mind itself. Join Namchak Khen Rinpoche as he shares more about the nature of Bodhicitta, how to generate it, how to enhance it, its benefits, and more.
About One Community
Each month, we come together for an evening of learning and discussion to deepen our understanding of the dharma and our connection with sangha. Led by a Namchak teacher, thought leader, or staff member, each gathering revolves around a specific topic and typically lasts 90 minutes.
The session begins with a dharma talk and is followed by a Q&A with the teacher.
We invite Learning Circles, meditation buddies, and individuals to join us, and encourage you to bring friends, family, neighbors, or co-workers along to share in the experience!
Zoom Link
Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
Note: We will be gathering in person at Headwaters Foundation this month, not the Namchak Office!
About the Guides
Namchak Khenpo Rinpoche Ngawang Gelek | Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist Scholar
Khen Rinpoche is one of the younger brothers of Tulku Sangak Rinpoche. They are descendants of the Great Treasure Revealer Tsasum Lingpa since nearly three centuries ago and became known as the Namchak family. The Namchak family originates from the Sum (pronounced “soom”) family of the Tong clan, one of the six original clans of […]
Learn more about Namchak Khenpo Rinpoche Ngawang Gelek | Teacher and Tibetan Buddhist Scholar
Justin Kirkwood | Teacher and Translator
Justin Kirkwood works as a Tibetan translator and Buddhist educator at the Namchak Foundation. He is a close student of Namchak Khen Rinpoche and serves as his primary interpreter. Justin began his study and practice of Buddhism and the Tibetan language in his home state of Indiana. He was quickly inspired by the idea of […]
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