(By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear friends around the world, It is with great sadness that I have learned of the passing of such a learned master and close friend of mine, His Eminence Kensur Konchok Tsering Rinpoche. We had been friends for many years and it was truly my honour. He was not my teacher...
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I have lived in Malaysia for over 20 years. During this time, I have developed a great appreciation for the cultures and customs that exist in Malaysia, which have inspired me to write more about the rich cultures of this nation. Indian people have been migrating to this region even before the British colonised...
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Dear friends around the world, The belief that some races are inherently superior to others is an incorrect perception fabricated thousands of years ago. People of different ethnic groups especially the Africans have been heavily discriminated against in the Western world and that is where the term “white racism” is derived from. We may...
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With the advanced scientific studies of this era, we often read and hear news that presents the various benefits of observing a vegetarian or vegan diet. This has been proven by extensive scientific research done by hardworking and kind researchers who believe in their work and its benefits. Observing a vegan diet does not...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche) This short but well rounded article is a great read for everyone, whether you are new or have been exposed to Buddhism for a long time. It sums up the core concepts of Tibetan Buddhism succinctly enough for the beginner Buddhist to grasp, yet is deep enough to hint at the...
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Racial discrimination has existed for millennia. It is a matter of great concern especially when people are treated inhumanely as they have been in the past. For example, not so long ago, black people were indentured and sold to householders, plantation owners and industrialists as slaves. Their lives were a living hell; they were chained,...
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Discover how your birth date can influence your life according to Tibetan Astrology Tibetan astrology is a blend of both Chinese and Indian astrological traditions but is uniquely Buddhist as it is based on the Kalachakra Tantra. As such there are many methods that are taught to overcome any negative influences that we may...
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Dear friends around the world, I was presented this extremely inspirational and beautiful article about an intelligent and spiritual individual by the name of Venerable Lobzang Dorje, a very educated black Buddhist monk who lives in Indianapolis, Indiana and has opened a Tibetan Buddhist center in order to benefit the black community at large...
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Dear friends around the world, This article “Trump or Hillary: A perennial nature of Tibetans to wait for the shooting star” is an extremely well-written, interesting and poignant, yet hauntingly accurate assessment of the Tibetan situation in waiting for help from Western powers such as the United States. I do not have the pleasure...
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An Jung Hwan (1978-) is known for his realistic tree paintings on canvas. If you have ever thought of painting tree leaves or branches, his paintings will amaze you! To paint a tree in oil, you need clear understanding about the tree structure and anatomy. You need sharp observation about the different layers, how...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche and Pastor Jean Ai) As Buddhists, we are taught that making offerings generates tremendous merits to be dedicated towards our spiritual progress. Not only are we encouraged to make offerings to the Three Jewels – the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha – but even more so, we are encouraged to make offerings...
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“Making a thousand friends a year is not a miracle. The MIRACLE is to make A FRIEND who stands by you A THOUSAND YEARS” – H.E. the 25th Tsem Rinpoche I never knew that meeting H.E. the 25th Tsem Rinpoche more than 20 years ago would change my perception of life so completely. In...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche and Pastor David) According to The Clear Mirror of the Royal Genealogies (Gyalrab Salwai Melong) attributed to Sakyapa Sonam Gyaltsen (1312-1375 CE), the great Tibetan Emperor Songtsen Gampo (617-47 CE) decided that he had to make various statues of his yidam (tutelary deity) to be of benefit to sentient beings within...
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I have always admired Chenrezig (Tibetan) or Guan Yin in all her manifestations in Buddhism because of what she represents. When I was younger, I meditated a lot on compassion and recited a lot of mantras, and I can say that Chenrezig is one of the few Buddhas that I always prayed to and...
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I practice Tibetan Buddhism under the gracious guidance of H.E. the 25th Tsem Rinpoche. I have committed to this journey in search of self, practicing compassion and gratitude, and ultimately I hope to achieve inner peace. And yet, I am also very much a part of the corporate world. While studying and practicing the...
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Man has always feared beast but we know that the most dangerous of beasts out there is our very own species. Some of the world’s most feared animals are now under threat themselves so I pay ode to some of these fearsome creatures that have come under attack simply because of their reputations as...
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Dear friends, For centuries, humanity has – knowingly or unknowingly – been doing things that damage the environment. For example, with the age of industrialization, toxic waste has been discarded into the oceans putting millions of marine lives at risk. This article highlights one of the most severe environmental issues we are facing today,...
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நான் கடந்த 20 ஆண்டுகளாக மலேசிய நாட்டில் வாழ்ந்து வருகின்றேன். என்னுடைய இந்த காலகட்டத்தில், நான் மலேசிய நாட்டில் உள்ள அனைத்து பாரம்பரியங்கள் மற்றும் கலாச்சாரங்கள் மீதும் மிகுந்த மரியாதையும் புரிந்துணர்வையும் செலுத்தி வந்துள்ளேன்.
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Dear friends around the world, I have lived in Malaysia for over 20 years. During this time, I have developed a great appreciation for the cultures and customs that exist in Malaysia, which has inspired me to write more about the aspects of Malaysia that enrich its culture. Here is another interesting post to...
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நான் கடந்த 20 ஆண்டுகளாக மலேசிய நாட்டில் வாழ்ந்து வருகிறேன். இந்த காலகட்டத்தில், மலேசிய நாட்டின் பல்வேறு பாரம்பரியங்கள் மற்றும் கலாச்சாரங்களின் மீது நான் அபரிமிதமான ஈடுபாட்டை வளர்த்துக் கொண்டேன்.
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