Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
Geshe Tenzin Legtsok has been ordained as a Buddhist monk since 2001 and is the first American to complete the twenty-year Geshe Studies Program in classic Indian Buddhist treatises and their Tibetan commentaries at Sera Jey Monastic University in South India, following the tradition of ancient Nalanda University. In 2025, he completed the traditional study of tantra at Gyumed Tantric Monastery.
With over two decades of study and practice under the guidance of great masters, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche, Geshe Legtsok brings profound insights into the application of Buddhist teachings. Born in Virginia, USA, in 1973, he earned a Bachelor of Arts from Kenyon College in 1995. His quest to answer the question, “What makes for the most happy and meaningful life,” led him to major in philosophy, eventually guiding him to study meditation and philosophy with teachers among the exiled Tibetan communities in India and Nepal since 1999.
Dedicated to studying and teaching Buddhist philosophy, Geshe Legtsok seamlessly blends ancient wisdom with modern-day relevance. His teachings emphasize understanding and transforming the mind through practice, and he is committed to helping others navigate the spiritual path with clarity and patience.
Upcoming Programs by Geshe Tenzin Legtsok
Seabright Beach Community Potluck
Join us at a Beach Potluck to Celebrate our Precious Sangha and welcome Geshe Tenzin Legtsok to the Bay Area community! When: Sunday, June 8th, 2025 3:00pm-6:00pm Where: Seabright Beach, Santa Cruz We’re excited to invite the Bay Area community to a special event celebrating the monastics who so generously serve our […]
Saka Dawa Merit Festival: Prayer Wheel Turn-a-thon and All Night Tara Practice
Also Venerable Angie Muir
Join us as we welcome Geshe Legtsok for our Saka Dawa merit festival and fundraiser! There will be so many ways to create merit on this merit-multiplying day! Make a date with Tara for our All-Night Saka Dawa Tara Purification Practice! Join us in-person or online. Sessions begin at 7:00 pm Tuesday, June […]
Intro to Buddhism and Meditation: A Kopan West Lamrim Retreat
Please join us in June for a rare Kopan West Retreat during the summer! Kopan West is a Free, "Pay-it-Forward" retreat that is modeled after the famous Intro to Buddhism course at Kopan Monastery in Nepal. Begin your summer in the serene beauty of the California Redwoods at Vajrapani Institute! Have you been interested […]
Exploring Buddhism
Exploring Buddhism is the newest foundational-level course co-developed by FPMT Education Services and senior FPMT teachers, including Geshe Tenzin Namdak, Geshe Tenzin Legtsok, and Venerable Joan Nicell. Geshe Tenzin Namdak and Geshe Tenzin Legtsok serve as the main contributors. The program has been revised from the original pilot offered at various FPMT centers. It […]
Exploring Buddhism: Exploring the Path Retreat
To proceed on the stages of the path to enlightenment, it is important to have a good roadmap. Exploring the Path allows us to get an overview of all topics of contemplation for the entire spiritual journey. Exploring the Path delves more deeply into the Lamrim, the step-by-step path to enlightenment. Students will learn how to […]