The Four Noble Truths
Weekend Course
with Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab
With many people in our world today experiencing so much confusion and unhappiness Buddha’s ancient yet timeless message is more urgent and relevant than ever before. The essence of his omniscient wisdom is encapsulated in his famous Four Noble Truths.
In the Sutra of the First Wheel of Dharma Buddha said:
You should know sufferings.
You should abandon origins.
You should attain cessations.
You should practise the path.
These four statements are called ‘noble truths’ because they are superior and non-deceptive instructions for solving all human problems permanently.
Everybody without exception, Buddhist or non-Buddhist, religious or not, needs to learn this special wisdom which gives freedom from all human problems permanently.
On this special weekend, the first teachings offered in the newly constructed Meditation Hall at Tara International Kadampa Retreat Centre, Gen la Kelsang Khyenrab will give a practical guide on how we can take Buddha’s message deep into our hearts and in this way begin to heal our world and solve all our daily human problems permanently.
Everybody is welcome to join for all or part of this course.
Weekend Timetable
Friday 19th September
7.00pm Opening ceremony
The Four Noble Truths
Saturday 20th September
9.30-10.45am Teaching and meditation
11.45-1.00pm Teaching and meditation
4.15-5.30pm Teaching and meditation with Q&A
7.30pm Wishfulfilling Jewel with tsog offering
Sunday 21st September
9.30-10.45am Teaching and meditation
11.45-1.00pm Teaching and meditation
Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab
The Teacher
Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab is a retired General Spiritual Director of the NKT-IKBU, he has trained closely with Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than forty years. His humility and pure example reflect his many years of reliance on his Spiritual Guide.
An internationally renowned Teacher, he is greatly admired as a sincere practitioner and a powerful Teacher. He is also well-known for his wisdom and deep understanding of Buddha's teachings, and for his pure example of compassion and loving-kindness.
Tara IKRC new meditation hall
A Blessed Space
This blessed space, Tara IKRC's new Meditation Hall inspired by the vision of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, where everyone is welcome to enjoy peace and tranquility, is opening at 7.30pm on the evening of September 19th 2025.
The new Meditation Hall will be open for everyone who wishes to practise meditation, engage in prayers, learn Buddha's teachings - the Dharma, or simply wishes to experience a moment of calm, have a break from the business of their daily activities, and forget all their worries and worldly concerns.
Everybody welcome!
Accommodation
We offer comfortable, clean accommodation with beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere to help you gain the best experience of this special weekend retreat.
Along with 38 acres of woodland and parkland as well as our Tharpa bookstore and gift shop and World Peace Cafe - Tara IKRC is the perfect place to engage in meaningful retreat and relax