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Kurukulla Center for Tibetan Buddhist Studies (2013)
Tibetan (Buddhism)
68 Magoun Avenue
Medford MA 02155
Phone: 617-624-0177
Fax: 678-868-4806
Websites:
About
Under the guidance of resident teacher Geshe Tsulga, Kurukulla Center's mission is to provide a community of support for those who are studying and practicing the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
Description
History
The Kurukulla Center for Tibetan Buddhist Studies was founded in 1989 by Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche, and is also a member of the Foundation for the Preservation of Mahayana Tradition, www.fpmt.org.
Description and Activities
The center's resident teacher is Tibetan Geshe Tsulga (Tsultrim Chopel), who gives regular weekly classes on Tibetan Buddhism in the Gelug tradition. The center also hosts visiting teachers on a regular basis, including the spiritual founder Lama Zopa Rinpoche, and offers introductory and intermediate classes led by senior students. The community gathers together regularly for pujas (group prayers) and holiday celebrations. For a current schedule of classes and activities, please visit www.kurukulla.org/calendar/index.php.
Date Center Founded
1989
Religious Leader and Title
Geshe (or Geshela) Tsulga (Tsultrim Chopel)
Membership
Approximately 100; 5-50 in regular attendance
Affiliation with Other Communities/Organizations
Milarepa Center in Vermont, Kadampa Center in North Carolina, and Land of Medicine Buddha Center in California, Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition