Entering the Lotus-Born Realm: Padmasambhava Day
Led By: Suryapala and Paramabodhi
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
10 am - 1 pm
In person at New York Zendo Shobo-ji
223 East 67th Street
New York, NY 10065
Event Description:
Join us for a practice day celebrating Padmasambhava, the great Vajrayāna teacher and symbol of transformation, courage, and awakened imagination.
Through meditation, ritual, mantra, and reflection, we will explore how Padmasambhava’s energy can help us meet the forces within and around us with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Join us at the New York Zendo (223 E 67th St, New York, NY 10065) for a morning of meditation, discussion, ritual, and connecting with community, followed by lunch at 1:15 p.m. @Le Botaniste UES, which serves 100% organic, plant-based food. You can find it at 833 Lexington Avenue (between 63rd & 64th St).
This event is OPEN TO ALL—all are welcome.
Agenda:
Gathering and check-in
Meditation
Programming
Meditation
Check-out
Light Lunch: Participants bring your own to enjoy and/or share OR participate in a lunch and cultural outing
About the Leaders:
Suryapala is an Ordained Dharmachari in the Triratna Buddhist Community since 2024 and has been practicing meditation regularly for eight years. He began his Buddhist journey in the United Kingdom and for the last several years has been an active member of the New York/New Jersey sangha.
Paramabodhi is a Senior Order Member in the Triratna Community and was Ordained over 40 years ago. He lived and worked at the San Francisco Buddhist Center during the 1990’s helping to establish that now thriving community. He maintains a strong connection to the SFBC visiting to lead retreats and Sangha Nights. Paramabodhi has spent years teaching from and contemplating the Satipatthana Sutta. He works full time as an artist (Hugh Mendes) and teacher in London while also teaching meditation and Buddhism at the London Buddhist Center.
Registration:
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Payment:
Suggested donation of $25-40.