Tibetan Buddhist Society Melbourne

Peaceful Land of Joy Meditation Centre

Dharma reading

Books

Whether you’re just beginning to explore Buddhism or deepening a long-held practice, the writings of Geshe Acharya Thubten Loden offer an extraordinary resource.

Founder and spiritual leader of the Tibetan Buddhist Society, Geshe-la was an exceptional teacher and scholar who authored nine internationally acclaimed books.

Written with both clarity and depth, they range from welcoming introductions to Tibetan Buddhist thought through to authoritative guides for advanced practitioners of highest yoga tantra.

These are the texts that form the heart of every class we teach, and we warmly invite you to explore them — and to join us in class.

Articles

Have questions about Buddhist teachings? You’re not alone — and our Dharma blog is here to help.

Written to be clear, practical and genuinely useful, the blog posts explore the questions that come up most often on the Buddhist path: how to meditate, what karma really means, how to work with anger and much more.

New to Buddhism or established on the path, you’ll find something here that’s useful to you.

We’d love to hear your thoughts too — join the conversation by leaving a comment or question.

Newsletters

Peaceful Land of Joy News is our twice-yearly newsletter, and it’s well worth a read. Past issues are available in our newsletter archive.

Each issue weaves together Buddhist wisdom and the texture of everyday life — offering fresh perspectives on modern challenges, clear explorations of core teachings, and inspiring accounts of personal journeys through the Dharma.

You’ll also find updates on the activities of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, stories celebrating the life and legacy of Geshe Loden, and the latest news from our community.

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