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Green Tara practice

Tara is an important practice in the Kagyü lineage and one of the main practices of the 16th Karmapa. In general, we practice Tara for three main reasons: She is powerful, her blessings are fast, and she is immeasurably kind. Green Tara, in particular, symbolizes the fearless and compassionate energy of our mind’s true nature and the resolve to dispel suffering and fear.

Practice is in Tibetan. Transliteration and English liturgy available.

  • Zion, Illinois, Central Time Onsite only

Date

Jul 27 2026

Time

Zion, Illinois, Central Time
8:00 am - 9:00 am

Local Time

  • Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Date: Jul 27 2026
  • Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Location

Karmapa Center 16
Karmapa Center 16
41230 N Kilbourne Rd, Wadsworth IL 60083, USA

Teacher

  • Acharya Lhakpa Tshering
    Acharya Lhakpa Tshering

    Acharya Lhakpa Tshering enrolled at Rumtek Monastery’s Karma Shri Nalanda Institute in Sikkim, India in 1993 and graduated with a masters in Buddhist studies, also known as an acharya degree. After completing his studies, he served as co-librarian with Dilyak Drupon Rinpoche, as a teacher at Karma Shri Nalanda Institute, and as an editor for Nitartha Publications in Kathmandu,
    before he came to Nalanda West (Seattle) in 2006. He serves as a teacher for many Nalandabodhi Centers and is currently the resident teacher of Karmapa Center 16. Acharya la brings profound teachings to life through his humor, kindness, and ability to make meditation practice deeply personal and accessible. He serves KC16’s mission with dedication and care, guided by our president, Dilyak Drupon Rinpoche, and our spiritual advisor, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche.

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