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London, England 1996

In these teachings on the Four Noble Truths, His Holiness the Dalai Lama offers a clear and systematic introduction to the foundation of the Buddhist path. Given at the Barbican Hall in London in 1996, the teachings guide students through the truths of suffering, its origin, its cessation, and the path, illuminating how this essential framework supports both understanding and practice. Transcribed by Philip Lecso. LYWA members can download a PDF of these teachings. These teachings were also released as a book.

Photograph of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama; date and location unknown.

The Four Noble Truths Index Page

Session One  

  • Introduction 
  • Questions and Answers

Session Two  

  • The First Noble Truth 

Session Three  

  • The Second Noble Truth 
  • The Third Noble Truth 

Session Four  

  • The Fourth Noble Truth