The Lineage of Buddhist Teachings

The lineage of these teachings, both their oral transmission and blessings, have been passed from teacher to disciple in an unbroken lineage of scripture and realization and carry with them what is know as 'lineage blessings'. Receiving 'oral transmission' of these teachings from an authentic Kadampa Buddhist teacher causes our mind to become very blessed.

Buddha's teachings, which are known as 'Dharma', are likened to a wheel that moves from country to country in accordance with changing conditions and people's karmic inclinations.

The presentation of Buddhism may change as it meets with different cultures and societies, but its essential authenticity is ensured through the continuation of the unbroken lineage blessings of realized practitioners.

This unbroken lineage of teachings and blessings was brought to England in 1977 by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.