The great Bhutanese Lama Lopon Tsechu Rinpoche introduced Lama Ole Nydahl and his wife Hannah to the 16th Gyalwa Karmapa. They became the Karmapa’s first Western students.
Lama Ole Nydahl teaches the way and goal of Diamond Way Buddhism through constant meditation courses and close interaction with his students. As an accomplisher of the teachings and methods, his fresh openness inspires. He exemplifies the goal everybody can reach through the direct experience of the nature of mind.
The Gleacher Center, Room 621
450 North Cityfront Plaza Drive,
Chicago, IL 60611
One block east of Michigan Ave. between the Tribune tower and the NBC tower.
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With a direct and humorous style, Lama Ole teaches how the skillful methods of the Buddha can be applied in all of life's situations. This fresh, practical, and beyond-cultural application of Buddhism provides useful methods for turning the challenges of life into opportunities to develop fearlessness, joy and compassion.