Dorje Shugden, Wisdom Protector

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Relying on Dorje Shugden

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Dorje Shugden, Wisdom Protector

Two special Friday evening classes on the Dharma Protector

with Kadam John McBretney

Fri 13 & 20 Nov 2026, 7–8.30pm

Heruka KMC, 11 Woodstock Road, Golders Green, NW11 8ES

Dorje Shugden is a manifestation of Manjushri, the Buddha of wisdom, who appears as a Dharma Protector. By relying on him we receive help to overcome obstacles, to protect our practice and to grow in wisdom and inner strength.

In these two Friday evening classes, Kadam John McBretney explains who Dorje Shugden is, his close relationship with Je Tsongkhapa, and how we can rely on him in our daily practice. You can come to one class or both. Everyone is welcome.

Friday 13 November: Who Is Dorje Shugden?
Understanding the role of the Dharma Protector, his relationship with Je Tsongkhapa, and how relying on him helps us develop wisdom and inner strength.

Friday 20 November: Creating Favourable Conditions for Spiritual Progress
Discover how relying on Dorje Shugden helps us overcome obstacles, protect our spiritual practice and create the conditions needed for our Dharma realizations to grow.

About the teacher

Kadam John McBretney, meditation teacherKadam John McBretney has been studying, practising and teaching meditation and modern Buddhism for over 30 years. Appointed Resident Teacher of Heruka Kadampa Meditation Centre by the renowned Buddhist master Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, he is known for his joyful and down-to-earth style, and for his ability to make even the deepest subjects feel clear and immediately useful, whether you are new to meditation or have been practising for years.

Schedule

  • 7–8.30pm Talk and meditation
  • 8.30pm Refreshments

Getting here

Heruka Kadampa Meditation Centre, 11 Woodstock Road, Golders Green, London NW11 8ES.

5 minutes' walk from Golders Green station (Northern line). Limited parking is available on our forecourt.

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Price:
£15 a class, or £24 for both.
Free for all members.
Members can attend in person or join live via Zoom. Become a member.

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"When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.” 

Geshe Kelsang Gyatso