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Buddhism was introduced to Australia from Asia in the 1970’s and since then has gained wide acceptance as an exceptional philosophy that has brought inner peace, happiness and spiritual direction to the lives of countless people.

In response to the needs of their many students Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche established the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition to preserve and propagate Tibetan Buddhism through a network of teaching centres in Australia and around the world.

One of those centres is Thubten Shedrup Ling Monastery, a place where monks can devote themselves to study, meditation and spiritual transformation. Located at Atisha Centre and on the same site as the Great Stupa for Universal Compassion, TSL Monastery was established in 1996.

The monastic order is the heart of Buddhism and without monasteries the transmission of Dharma in our world would cease. By living within pure morality the Sangha ensure continuity of the Buddhist doctrine, inspire others in their practice and become a cause for the peace and well being of society.

Already the small community of monks is making an important contribution. We teach at Atisha Centre and at the request of various dharma groups travel throughout Victoria and Australia leading courses and retreats. Senior Sangha are also involved in Chaplaincy at Latrobe University and within the State prison system. By appointment we are available to offer assistance to those in need of spiritual counseling and advice.

Visitors are welcome between 2 and 4 pm each day, and when appropriate may stay in the monastery for a peaceful and spiritually energizing personal retreat.

If you would like further information please contact:

The Director
tslmonastery@fastmail.fm

The International Mahayana Institute (IMI) is a community of Buddhist monks and nuns of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT). The IMI website contains details about IMI monastic communities and information for monks and nuns and those contemplating ordination.

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An Affiliate of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition.

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