Samye Hermitage New York

08/01/2026

Our campus is still resonating with blessings after an extraordinary week together.

Medicine Buddha practice and teachings. Pith instructions on Mahamudra through the songs of Saraha and the wisdom of Guru Padmasambhava. Guru Rinpoche Day tsok offerings. Empowerments of Tukdrup Barchey Kunsel, Vajrasattva, and Vajrakilaya. And, perhaps most precious of all, the gathering of a community from across the country and around the world.

Our hearts are filled with gratitude—to everyone who traveled here, practiced wholeheartedly, offered their time in service, and helped make this week possible.

Above all, we offer our deepest appeciation to our precious teacher, Phakchok Rinpoche, whose kindness, wisdom, and fearless dedication to sharing the Dharma continue to inspire us all.

We are truly a Dharma family, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to Samye Hermitage New York again soon. 🙏

Video by Neil Roberts

07/23/2026

We are overjoyed that our dear teacher Phakchok Rinpoche has arrived in Cooperstown!

Yesterday, Rinpoche opened the Summer Seminar with an introduction to the practice of awaking dignity.

Today was dedicated to the healing practice of Medicine Buddha, led in the morning by Tulku Migmar.

This afternoon, Rinpoche elucidated the power of aspiration, prayer, and profound methods for healing on the outer, inner, and hidden levels of our being.

Such a beautiful sight to see our sangha gathered to connect with the Dharma, and each other!

07/16/2026

We warmly welcome our local and international sangha to Phakchok Rinpoche’s annual Summer Seminar at Samye Hermitage New York in Cooperstown. This stand-alone week of teaching and practice marks the culminating seminar of the Samye Institute Summer Immersion, while remaining fully open and complete as an independent program for both new and seasoned practitioners.

There are both in-person and online sessions available, catering to our global community. For the full in-person program, please visit the Samye Hermitage New York Website: samyenewyork.org

*Join the Summer Seminar Online*

If you are unable to join us in Cooperstown, we warmly invite you to participate online. You may register for individual sessions or for all of the streamed events using the same registration link.

Register for the Livestream:
bit.ly/seminar-livestream-2026

*Summer Seminar Livestream Schedule*

Teaching Events with Phakchok Rinpoche
All times are shown in New York time (EDT).

Awakening Dignity Public Talk with Phakchok Rinpoche
July 21, 2026
7:00pm
To open the Summer Seminar in Cooperstown this year, Phakchok Rinpoche is offering a public talk on Awakening Dignity, welcoming the wider Cooperstown community as well as the global audience. During this special teaching, Phakchok Rinpoche will introduce meditation, grounded in innate human goodness, embodied presence, and care.

Medicine Buddha Practice, The Understanding of Auspicious Days and The Importance and Efficacy of Prayers and Aspirations
July 22, 2026 (Medicine Buddha Day)
2:30-4:00pm

Introduction to Mahamudra: The Path of Transformation
July 23, 2026
10:30am-12:00pm

Introduction to Mahamudra: The Path of Transformation
July 23, 2026
2:30pm-4:00pm

Mahamudra and Integration with Vajrayana Mahayoga Practice
July 24, 2026 (Guru Rinpoche Day)
10:30am-12:00pm

Tsok Practice and Vajrayana Teachings
July 24, 2026 (Guru Rinpoche Day)
2:30pm-5:00pm

*Medicine Buddha Practice Zoom Livestream*
The Power of Ritual Prayer and Group Practice with Tulku Migmar Tsering
July 22, 2026 (Medicine Buddha Day)
8:00-9:30am

Register for the Medicine Buddha Livestream: bit.ly/nlncnd-new-york

07/14/2026

Join us the next two weeks for several events at Samye Hermitage:

July 15th: Public Talk on "What do we mean by Karma?" with Tulku Migmar, 7:00 PM

July 18th: Alash Ensemble (Tickets online and at the door), 7:00 PM

July 19th: Community Gathering on Caregiving and End of Life Care with Helios Care at Origins Cafe (Register online by July 15th), 4–6:00 PM

July 21st: Public Talk with Phakchok Rinpoche (Register online), 7:00 PM

07/14/2026

Register by tomorrow July 15th!

https://www.samyenewyork.org/programs/585/compassionately-caring-a-community-gathering-on-end-of-life-and-caregiving-copy/

06/30/2026

🌸Join us for a Public Talk and Exhibition tomorrow evening at 7 PM with Buchung Nubgya 🌸

06/24/2026

06/17/2026

Join us tomorrow for a Conversation on Dignity at the Cooperstown Public Library with Professor Shu-Chin (Sophie) Wu 🌸

We are excited to host author Shu-Chin Wu, in collaboration with .ny. Join us for tea and a thoughtful conversation on dignity. Add this to your calendar so you don't miss it!

06/13/2026

Join us next week for a week of teachings and practice with Professor Sophie Wu 🌸

06/12/2026

Upcoming Public Talks at Samye Hermitage

Read more about our teacher's talks and workshops below:

Professor Sophie Wu: https://www.samyenewyork.org/programs/534/sisi-week-1-awakening-dignity-the-four-noble-truths/

Professor Tawni Tidwell: https://www.samyenewyork.org/programs/535/sisi-week-2-tibetan-medicine-the-science-of-wellbeing/

Dr. Hilary Herdman:
https://www.samyenewyork.org/programs/536/sisi-week-3-sacred-art-buddhist-artisanry/