Monastery Background
Nyingma Lineage

Clarity &
Liberation

An authentic Nyingmapa Buddhist monastery founded in 1978, upholding the 900-year-old spiritual legacy of Tertön Nyangral Nyingma Odser.

1978
Founded
Jiri, Nepal
Location
Nyingma
Lineage
Monastic
Community

About the Monastery

A Center for Learning,
Meditation & Retreat

Jiri Kunsal Thongdrolling was founded by H.E. Kyabje Bumla Nawang Sherab Rinpoche (1935-2024) under the guidance of H.H. Kyabje Dephug Rinpoche.

Named "Kunsal Thondrolling" by H.H. Dephug Rinpoche, meaning "Clarity and Liberation through Seeing," we preserve the unbroken lineage of Tertön Nyangral Nyingma Odser (1124-1192).

Monks of Monastery

"Recite the mani mantra and cultivate kindness"

- H.E. Kyabje Bumla Rinpoche

Our Educational Mission

"Our mission is to provide a holistic education that integrates Buddhist wisdom and modern academics."

Our Services

Serving the Dharma &
The Community

Since 1978, we have provided authentic teachings and humanitarian aid to the Himalayan region.

CORE PRACTICE

Spiritual Retreats

We offer monthly and yearly meditation retreats. In 2019, 10 monks successfully completed the rigorous three-year retreat.

EDUCATION

Monastic Education

We offer a holistic monastic education integrating Budhist teaching and modern academics.

FOR FAMILIES

Holy Rituals

We conduct authentic rituals and prayers for individuals during birth, illness, and passing, supporting the community spiritually.

Rebuilding Effort
Urgent Appeal

Help Us Rebuild
Our Home

The 2015 earthquake devastated our monastery. We are working hard to rebuild classrooms, hostels, and retreat houses to continue our spiritual legacy.

Classrooms

Rebuilding safe learning spaces for young monks.

Hostels

Providing warm, safe accommodation.

Retreat Houses

Restoring the sacred spaces for deep practice.