Welcome to Jam Tse Dhargyey Ling

(Pronounced: Djum-tsay-dah-gee-ling)

Translated from Tibetan: Centre from which Love and Compassion flourishes

Jam Tse Dhargyey Ling is a Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Centre in Whangarei, New Zealand.

Located just outside of the city of Whangarei, about 2 1/2 hours drive north of Auckland, 

the centre is situated atop of Parakiore Hill in Kamo, and is surrounded with native bush and majestic views.

We offer teachings, retreats and guidance with our resident teacher, Venerable Geshe Sangey Thinley. 

OUR GOAL:

To benefit as many people as possible, helping them to transform their lives so they can benefit others and realize ultimate happiness.

OUR VISION:

To support the spiritual development of all people in an environment of universal responsibility, wisdom and compassion.

OUR MISSION:

To be a centre for learning, retreat, community and service, following the Mahayana Buddhist tradition.

 Everyone is welcome.

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Grand Opening and Consecration of the Enlightenment Stupa on 24th February 2008

From left to right:

Geshe Donam (Trashi Gomang - Auckland), Geshe Sonam Rinchen (Tibetan Library, Works and Archives - Dharamsala), Abbot Senior Ven. Thich Phuoc An (Quan Am - Pokeko - Auckland), Thupten Tulku Rinpoche (Dhargyey Buddhist Centre - Dunedin), Geshe Wangchen (Dorje Chang Institute - Auckland), Geshe Sangey Thinley, Geshe Jamyang, Ven. Nyima (attendant of Geshe Sonam Rinchen - Dharamsala), Ven. Lobsang (DCI - Auckland) and Ven. Karma