Since 2006, TCIA has been dedicated to education and cultural exchange with success in supporting Tibetans in exile around the world and the creation of an active local community in Arkansas. Our activities include: A Spiritual Community – TCIA founder, Geshe Dorjee, has a myriad of activities every month: from public and private teachings, meditation … Read More “Programs & Outreach” »
May all beings Everywhere Plagued by sufferings of body and mind, Obtain an ocean of happiness and joy By virtue of my merits. May no living creature suffer, Commit evil or ever fall ill. May no one be afraid or belittled, With a mind weighed down by depression. May the blind see … Read More “Dedication Prayer” »
The TEXT (Tibetans in Exile Today) Program at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville is run in conjunction with the Fulbright College Honors Program and the Study Abroad Office, TEXT began in the summer of 2008 an oral history project designed to gather and record the stories of Tibetans who are currently living in exile in … Read More “TEXT: Tibetans in Exile Today” »
Ven. Ngawang Kherrab Bhutia completed his monastic studies at Druk Thupten Sa-Ngag Monastery in West Bengal, India in 2016. His studies included the study of Sutra and Tantra prayers of different aspects, ritual music, and ritual dance. He holds a Dbrupbpon Title (Meditation Master) and is an expert in modern meditation and yoga for beginners. … Read More “Ngawang Kherrab Bhutia” »
The Tibetan Cultural Institute of Arkansas is pleased to announce the construction of a meditation center and retreat area near Crosses, Arkansas. The land for this project was donated by long-time sangha and TCIA member, Georgia Lance, while the funding for the project is being offered by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous. It … Read More “Land of Infinite Bliss Retreat Center” »
The Institute is blessed to have a number of permanent and visiting teachers, each of whom provide their own unique and valuable insight into Buddhist practice and philosophy. Geshe Thupten Dorjee Professor Sidney Burris Ngawang Kherab Bhuttia