

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ven. Thubten Chodron: The Eight Worldly Concerns (onsite & online)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 02:30 pm – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+02:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Venerable Thubten Chodron, live at our center in Zurich and online via Zoom. With her signature warmth, clarity, and humor, Ven. Chodron will guide us in exploring the Eight Worldly Concerns – the shifting tides of extremes – that so often entangle the mind and obscure genuine happiness.

WHEN: Saturday, April 11, 2026 – 2:30–4.00 pm CET

WHERE: Teacher onsite at Gablerstrasse 51, Zurich and online on Zoom – read below for disclaimer

LANGUAGE: English

LEVEL: Some basic understanding of Buddhism is recommended, but everyone is welcome!

REGISTRATION: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehThbxqWeB_xZNCHFmKoSHBaLSEdzmRO8yX1LUf5_-wxfxvw/viewform

Drawing on decades of deep study and practice within the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, Ven. Thubten Chodron offers practical wisdom for transforming these everyday attachments into insight and compassion. Her down-to-earth approach makes even profound teachings accessible, encouraging us to live with more balance, purpose, and inner freedom.

ABOUT THE TEACHER

Venerable Thubten ChodronVenerable Thubten Chodron is an American Buddhist nun in the Tibetan tradition, ordained in 1977 by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. Known for her clear, practical, and compassionate approach to the Dharma, she has inspired countless people around the world to bring Buddhist principles into everyday life. As the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey in Washington State, Ven. Chodron has dedicated her life to nurturing a monastic community and sharing authentic teachings suited to the modern world. Author and co-author of many books – including collaborations with the Dalai Lama – she offers profound yet down-to-earth guidance on cultivating compassion, wisdom, and ethical living.

Disclaimer: Lhagsam may publish recorded sessions in the public domain (e.g., on YouTube). By joining this event, you agree to give your consent to this process. To protect your privacy, we recommend being conscious about any personal information you share during the sessions. The teacher and staff are always in the spotlight on Zoom and the camera eye when onsite. To further enhance anonymity on Zoom, you may want to consider turning off video or naming yourself using your first name.

WE INVITE YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT

Suggested donation: Please consider supporting us with a donation. Suggested donation is 0-60 CHF. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds.  You can donate online (via Paypal, Twint or E-Banking)

https://lhagsam.ch/support-us/
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- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Zurich
- **state**: ZH
- **country**: Switzerland
- **location**: Gablerstrasse 51, 8002 Zürich, Switzerland
- **lat**: 47.35837
- **long**: 8.52729
- **full address**: Gablerstrasse 51, 8002 Zürich, Switzerland, Gablerstrasse 51, 8002 Zürich, Schweiz, Zurich, Switzerland

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Lhagsam Tibetan Meditation (https://allevents.in/org/lhagsam-tibetan-meditation/14563223)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 02:30 pm (+02:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Gablerstrasse 51, 8002 Zürich, Switzerland, Gablerstrasse 51, 8002 Zürich, Schweiz, Zurich, Switzerland
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Lhagsam Tibetan Meditation
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** nonprofit, art, literary-art, fine-arts
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Ven. Thubten Chodron: The Eight Worldly Concerns (onsite & online) ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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