E-Vam Institute

About E-Vam Institute E-Vam Institute is a dynamic and vibrant Buddhist centre that has been established in Melbourne since 1982. It was founded by Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX and his vision was to have a Buddhist centre that focuses on the study, contemplation and practice of Buddhism. E-Vam Institute offers courses, retreats and conferences on various aspects of the Buddhist tradition from the perspectives of the main denominations available in the world today. We invite you to participate in this rich program. Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX (1955-2012) was born in Nangchen in Kham, eastern Tibet. He was recognized by His Holiness XVI Gyalwang Karmapa as the ninth Traleg tulku and enthroned at the age of two as the supreme abbot of Thrangu Monastery. Early Life Rinpoche was taken to Rumtek Monastery in Sikkim at the age of four where he was educated with other young tulkus in exile by His Holiness Karmapa for the next five years. Rinpoche began his studies under the auspices of His Eminence Kyabje Thuksey Rinpoche at Sangngak Choling in Darjeeling. Teachings & Activity Throughout his life Rinpoche gave extensive teachings on many aspects of Buddhist psychology and philosophy, as well as comparative religion, and Buddhist and Western thought. He was an active writer and has many titles to his name. Titles include: the best selling Essence of Buddhism; Karma, What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why It Matters; The Practice of Lojong; Moonbeams of Mahamudra; and many more. Maitripa Centre Maitripa Centre hosts courses, retreats and conferences on interfaith, meditation, yoga, martial arts, philosophy, the arts and helping professions. Located in the Yarra Valley, Maitripa Centre offers a unique venue for your event. Contact Us E-Vam Institute (Melbourne) 673 Lygon St, Princes Hill Vic, 3054, Australia Office & Akshara Bookstore hours: 10am – 5pm on Wednesdays and Fridays, 11am – 6pm Thursdays. Getting there by public transport: Trams No 1 or 8 along Swanston or Lygon Streets, heading north. Stop No 119 – one stop before Brunswick Road (15 minutes from city). Venue Hire is available on a casual or ongoing basis for your event.