Jewel Heart Ann Arbor

Jewel Heart Ann Arbor Gelek Rimpoche (1939 - 2017) established his first Western teaching center in Nijmegen, Netherlands, in 1985.

Welcome to the official page of Jewel Heart Ann Arbor and the teachings of Demo Rinpoche, Jewel Heart Residential Spiritual Advisor and Kyabje Gelek Rimpoche (1939 - 2017), its founder. Jewel Heart is dedicated to the preservation of Tibetan Buddhism and to bringing the practice of this rich tradition within the context of contemporary life to everyone. In 1988, Jewel Heart was founded in

Ann Arbor, Michigan, with chapters and study groups throughout the US, in Malaysia and Singapore and the Netherlands. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan in 2017, Demo Rinpoche serves as the Resident Spiritual Advisor at Jewel Heart. Jewel Heart carries on the living tradition of Tibetan Buddhism in the West, with a particular emphasis on the lineage of Je Tsongkhapa. Jewel Heart programs continue to be based on Gelek Rimpoche's teachings as well as teachings by Demo Rinpoche. Programs include retreats, study programs, guest speakers, digital dharma, tsohs and ritual ceremonies and are supported by an extensive audio/video and transcript archive. Jewel Heart provides opportunities to study and learn at all levels of interest and connection, from introductory meditation and community outreach programs to in-depth study and vajrayana practice.

Thank you to John and Aimee for organizing and hosting our recent Jewel Heart Garage Sale Fundraiser. And thank you to ...
09/10/2026

Thank you to John and Aimee for organizing and hosting our recent Jewel Heart Garage Sale Fundraiser. And thank you to all the people who donated, showed up to help and purchased goods in support.

09/09/2026
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09/07/2026

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09/06/2026

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This is a rare opportunity to receive teachings on this profound explanation of emptiness from the one of the greatest l...
09/04/2026

This is a rare opportunity to receive teachings on this profound explanation of emptiness from the one of the greatest living masters of Tibetan Buddhist scholarship. Now in his 90’s, Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe teaches based on his deep understanding of this subject acquired over a lifetime of study. These teachings are relevant for all levels of practitioners and open to all.

Join us: https://www.jewelheart.org/events/2026-the-heart-sutra-a-commentary-by-geshe-yeshe-thabkhe/

Join us for our monthly brunch and birthday celebration this Sunday at noon after the Ancient Wisdom Modern Times talk ...
09/03/2026

Join us for our monthly brunch and birthday celebration this Sunday at noon after the Ancient Wisdom Modern Times talk with Demo Rinpoche. #

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1129 Oak Valley Drive
Ann Arbor, MI
48108

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