Universal Compassion Foundation (UCF) strives to bring awareness to the suffering beings who cannot speak of their right to live in peace through initiatives, education of compassionate practices, and community events.
COMPASSION FOR ALL
Twice elected member of Tibetan Parliament in Exile, former head teacher at Sera Jey Monastic School, first President of International Gelug Society
Venerable Geshe Thupten Phelgye
Our founder and guru, Venerable Geshe-la Phelgye; born in Rivoche Province, Tibet. Fleeing the invading Chinese Communists, he and his family escaped to India in 1961. He enrolled in Sera Jey Monastic University at age 17 and has now lived as a monk for more than 50 years. Ordinations: Novice, 1974; Bichu 1977; Geshe 1991.
The Buddhist Institute
Our center for learning, Buddhist practice, meditation, and community. We meet every Sunday to study with Ven. Geshe-la Phelgye and to pray for the well-being of all sentient beings. We welcome all with a genuine interest in Buddhism. Interested in joining our Sangha or learning more about the Mahayana tradition? Click the button for resources, prayers, and more on The Buddhist Institute of Universal Compassion.
WHAT IS UNIVERSAL COMPASSION?
Human beings are not the only life forms deserving of compassion and compassionate treatment. All sentient beings deserve compassionate treatment. That is why here at the Buddhist Institute of Universal Compassion we practice vegetarian and vegan lifestyles.