Festival · Aug 14 - Aug 18, 2026
Chökhor Düchen
Celebrating the First Teaching
Honor the Buddha's first teaching with this special event.
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About this event
About
Chökhor Düchen
Chökhor Düchen celebrates the Buddha's first teaching, the Four Noble Truths, given at Sarnath.
It is a powerful time for practice, where the effects of positive actions are multiplied.
Event type
Tibetan Festival
Significance
First Turning of the Wheel
Duration
1 day
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I teach one thing and one thing only: suffering and the end of suffering.
The Buddha
What's inside
Your practice
during the festival
01
Meditation on the Four Noble Truths
Reflect on the reality of suffering and the path to liberation.
02
Dream Yoga Practice
Set the intention to recognize the dream state and apply teachings.
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Deepen Your Practice
Use Mindful Slumber to guide your meditation and dream yoga practice during this auspicious time.
Questions
Frequently asked
It means ‘Festival of Turning the Wheel of Dharma’.
Focus on meditation, ethical conduct, and dedicating merit.