H.E. the 25th Tsem Rinpoche is a recognised Tulku and an ordained monk in the great tradition of Lama Tsongkhapa.
With a Mongolian-Tibetan heritage, a childhood in Taiwan and America, and intensive study and meditation in Gaden Shartse Monastery, Rinpoche is one of the rare, precious teachers with the unique teaching ability to bridge East and West.
Based in South East Asia since 1992, Rinpoche’s teachings are based on logic and universal human values, free of the limitations of dogma, culture and individual background, and have led many to enter the sacred path of study, contemplation and meditation. Great benefit has been predicted for this region, including china, through his Dharma activities.
Renowned for his charitable works such as building schools, hospitals and providing assistance and food to the poor and underprivileged, Rinpoche’s organisation, Kechara, continues to bring benefit to the world through its many initiatives.
Four-Armed Ganapati (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Four-Armed White Ganapati and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Four-Armed White Ganapati (English) Alternative name: Chaturbhuja Sita Ganapati (Sanskrit); Tsodag Karpo Chagzhipa (Tibetan) In the Tibetan tradition, Ganapati is the Sanskrit name normally used to describe this elephant-headed deity. However, his Indian epithet ‘Ganesha’ carries the same meaning ‘Lord...
Orange Manjushri (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Saraswati, Orange Manjushri and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Orange Manjushri Alternative names: Jampel Arapatsana (Tibetan); Arapachana Manjushri (Sanskrit) Manjushri is the patron Buddha of Wisdom. In his right hand, he holds a flaming wisdom sword which cuts away the roots of ignorance from our lives and in his...
People’s desire for sex, relationships and all that is such a downfall when all their energies is focused on this mainly. Their whole energy and mind is consumed with this until their mental ‘winds’ go off either temporarily or fully or permanently.. When their true friends and people who love them are abandoned and...
Saraswati (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Manjushri, Saraswati, and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Saraswati (Sanskrit) Alternative names: Yangchenma / Yangchen Drolma (Tibetan); Goddess Tara of Song and Music (English) Saraswati is a well-known Indian goddess of music, wisdom and learning. She is widely regarded as both the emanation of Tara as well as the consort...
Ucchusma (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Ucchusma and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Ucchusma (Sanskrit) Alternative name: Tromo Metsek (Tibetan), Krodhini Bhurkumkuta (Sanskrit) The practice of the black dakini Ucchusma arose from a pure vision beheld by the Indian Mahasiddha Drupangsa. He had a vision of her in the forest and received the initiation of her...
Guhyasamaja (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Buddha Shakyamuni, Lama Tsongkhapa, Heruka Chakrasamvara, Guhyasamaja, Yamantaka, Four-Faced Mahakala, Six-Armed Mahakala, Kalarupa and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Guhyasamaja (Sanskrit) Alternative names: Sangwa Dupa (Tibetan); Guhyasamaja Akshobhyavajra (Sanskrit) Guhyasamaja is one of the three Kingly Tantras (Tibetan: Sang De Jig Sum) of the Gelug order as proliferated by Lama...
Heruka Vajrasattva (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Heruka Vajrasattva and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Heruka Vajrasattva (Sanskrit) Alternative names: Vajra Hero Father and Mother (English); Dorje Sempa Yab-Yum (Tibetan) Vajrasattva in sacred union with his consort is a Tantric meditational deity specifically for the purification of negative karma and defilements, and is particularly utilised in...
Ucchusma (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Buddha Akshobhya, Ucchusma and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Ucchusma (Sanskrit) Alternative name: Tromo Metsek (Tibetan); Krodhini Bhurkumkuta (Sanskrit) The practice of the black dakini Ucchusma arose from a pure vision beheld by the Indian Mahasiddha Drupangsa. He had a vision of her in the forest and received the initiation...
Healing Guru Rinpoche (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Healing Guru Rinpoche and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Healing Guru Rinpoche (English) Alternative names: Guru Padmasambhava Bhaisajyaguru (Sanskrit); Ogyen Menlha (Tibetan) Guru Rinpoche, also known as Guru Padmasambhava, is highly revered within all schools of Tibetan Buddhism and there are three well-known stories regarding his birth. The...
Dukkar Se Sum (Main Figure) (Top to bottom): Buddha Shakyamuni, Green Tara, Sengdongma, Dukkar, Prajnaparamita, Kalarupa and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Dukkar (Tibetan) Alternative names: Sitatapatra (Sanskrit); White Parasol (English) The awe-inspiring Dukkar is an extremely efficacious female deity. According to scriptural sources, her all-powerful form emerged from the ushnisha or sacred crown protuberance of...
Maitreya (Main Figure) (Top to bottom): Buddha Shakyamuni, Buddha Kashyapa, Maitreya, White Mahakala and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Maitreya (Sanskrit) Alternative names: Jampa (Tibetan); Ajita (Sanskrit) Maitreya’s name literally means ‘Great Love’ in the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit. He is said to currently be a crowned bodhisattva residing in Tushita pure realm, awaiting his...
Wrathful Guru Rinpoche (Main Figure) (Top to bottom): Four-Armed Chenrezig, Wrathful Guru Rinpoche, Medicine Guru Rinpoche, Ekajati and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Wrathful Guru Rinpoche Alternative names: Guru Padmasambhava (Sanskrit); Pema Jungne (Tibetan) Guru Rinpoche, also known as Guru Padmasambhava, is highly revered within all schools of Tibetan Buddhism and there are three well-known stories...
Vajradharma (Main Figure) (Top to bottom): Buddha Shakyamuni, Vajradharma, Vajrayogini, Hero Vajradharma and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Vajradharma (Sanskrit) Alternative names: Dorje Cho (Tibetan) Within the extremely potent Vajrayogini Tantras of Tibetan Buddhism, there are 11 Yogas or meditative exercises described for practitioners to further their spiritual practice. These meditative practices are meant to transform...
Thousand-Armed Chenrezig (Main Figure) (Top to bottom): Manjushri, Vajrapani, Thousand-Armed Chenrezig, Green Tara and Dorje Shugden. Deity: Thousand-Armed Chenrezig (Tibetan) Alternative names: Avalokiteshvara (Sanskrit); Arya Sahasrabhuja Ekadasamukha (Sanskrit); All-Seeing Universal Lord (English); Noble Thousand-Armed Eleven-Headed (English) Chenrezig is known as the Buddha of Compassion and his thousand-armed form is testament to his unceasing mission...
Saraswati (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Manjushri, Saraswati, Palden Lhamo and Dorje Shugden Deity: Saraswati (Sanskrit) Alternative names: Yangchenma / Yangchen Drolma (Tibetan); Goddess Tara of Song and Music (English) Saraswati is a well-known Indian goddess of music, wisdom and learning. She is widely regarded as both the emanation of Tara as well as...
When walking for health reasons or circumambulating holy objects, we can recite lots of mantras and pronounce the mantras with concentration. This will make our daily walks have deeper meaning. Benefiting both body and mind. 🙂 Try to memorize the long mantra of Manjushri which I have and can give you here. Recite that...
Sengdongma (Main figure) (Top to bottom): Buddha Shakyamuni, Manjushri, Vajrayogini, Sengdongma, Dorje Shugden and Kache Marpo. Deity: Sengdongma Alternative names: Simhamukha (Sanskrit); Lion-Faced Dakini (English) The great ferocious dakini Sengdongma is an impressive female meditational deity. Within the Kagyu, Sakya and Gelug traditions, Sengdongma arises from the Chakrasamvara cycle of Tantras and is considered...
Some people address him as Sogpu Rinpoche while others address him as Guru Deva (Guru of the Gods), but I had the great pleasure of staying in his house and spending some time with him. He was introduced to me long distance by my natural birth mother Dewa Nimbo. While I was in the...
The Putuo Zongcheng Temple of Chengde, Hebei province, China is a Qing dynasty era Buddhist temple complex built between 1767 and 1771, during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor (1735–1796). It is meant to resemble the Potala Palace of Lhasa, Tibet. It is located near the Chengde Mountain Resort, which is south of the...
This detail from the incredible thangka (scroll painting) shows the great accomplished master (drubchen/mahasiddha) Ravigupta practicing in a cave. Practicing in caves are common in the Buddhist world as it is a conscious withdrawal from the distractions of society where one can focus on gaining results of meditation. Hence many Buddhist masters meditated or...
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Revisited this blog again as the prayers by HH Dalai Lama to Dorje Sgugden is powerful and beautiful to read. It was at Dungkar Monastery in Tibet that Dalai Lama composed the prayers. He was impressed by witnessing the trance of Dorje Shugden which inspired him to compose the prayer. This prayers is still been in use up to this day. We are so fortunate to have this prayers been translated into English for us. Dorje Shugden is an enlightened Dharma Protector who manifested about 400 years ago from a lineage of erudite masters. It cannot be wrong .It was Dorje Shugden oracle that has helped HH 14 th Dalai Lama easy route to escape back in 1959.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing.
Back in 3nd January 2020 H H Dalai Lama was at Bodhgaya ,India, delivered his advice and teachings to thousands of lay people, monks and nuns from over 70 countries. In his speech, H H Dalai Lama mentioned that people can Practise Dorje Shugden if they wish to under some circumstances. As times goes by things change and heal naturally , so as the banning of Dorje Sgugden’s practice. Happy that Dalai Lama spoke this openly in his speech. Finally we could practice now . May peace and harmony be restore.
Thank you Rinpoche great news for all.
Simple yet beautiful shrine of Rinpoche with lots of offerings . Fortunate for us able to see Rinpoche shrine which set an example and motivate to do more. When we make an offering, we are actively practicing generosity, mindfulness, and non-attachment. By doing so it helps us to purify the mind of greed, selfishness, and pride. Depending on the tradition, all these offerings are usually dedicated to the Triple Gem and all sentient beings. Whatever offerings on the altar carry deep symbolic meanings. Offering is a practice where one, with a devout heart, sincerely pays respect and expresses gratitude to deities. Very helpful videos in this blog for us to learn and understanding better.
Thank you Rinpoche.
Hong Kong is the world’s third-ranked global financial centre famous for being a dynamic global financial powerhouse. Still haven’t got a chance to visit this awesome place. I would like to see for myself the big Buddha Statue or also known as Tian Tan Buddha as Rinpoche and group had visited years back. The Tian Tan Buddha combines a massive, record-breaking monumental size with deep spiritual meaning. Located atop scenic mountain on Lantau Island, where the site provides panoramic views surrounded by green lush mountains and the sea. A place worth visiting for its mix of iconic cultural sites and scenic nature with a monastery nearby. Looking at those beautiful pictures says all. It has attracted many tourist and pilgrims yearly.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing.
Watching ghost movies is simply a form of entertainment which I do enjoy most. Frightening scenes activate our sympathetic nervous system such as increasing adrenaline, heart rate, and alertness. I do believe the existence of ghosts or spirits. Its scary for some but not me anymore since learning and practicing Dharma . Many do believe in spirits and an afterlife, often rooted in ancient customs or religion. They always feel connected to deceased loved ones. Many people report seeing or feeling spirits during times of high stress, grief, or unfamiliar environments and at times in their dreams as well. Ghost are unseen beings trapped in a realm of intense sufferings due to past greed, strong attachment, and negative karma as Buddha had explained before. Learning and practicing Dharma is the best choice as the feeling of fear disappeared. And having Powerful Protector pendants will protect us from harm.
Thank you Rinpoche interesting watch.
Changing our perspective alters how we experience life because our reality is shaped by the lens through which we view it. As this will change in the core beliefs and way of understanding how things work. When we change the way we see and do things the world, things will itself changes to a better situation. Shifting perspective helps us connect more deeply with the world around us. Learning and reading new knowledge can change the way we think. There are times when the greatest change needed is a change of our viewpoint in life. Reading blog there’s plenty to learn a profound teaching. Viewing a problem as a learning chance turns stress into growth. alters how you feel and react to it.
Thank you Rinpoche.
Kathmandu is the capital and largest city of Nepal. Kathmandu is a cultural centre of Nepal with many rich ancient architecture, sacred temples, and is the gateway to the Himalayas mountains for trekkers and climbers. Its was there that our Guru H E Tsem Rinpoche had no way to put a night stopped Phelgyeling Monastery where he met a kind monk. Rinpoche was given shelter and food. Nyanang Phelgye Ling Monastery is a Tibetan Buddhist monastic center located at Swayambhu Stupa in Kathmandu. Rinpoche never forgot this monk’s kindness that back in 2018 sent students to Kathmandu, Nepal to meet this kind monk Gelong Tamdrin. They had the opportunity to have an audience with Gelong Tamdrin, the kind monk.
Thank you Rinpoche sharing this with us. A reminder to us never forgot who has help us during difficult time.
Interesting to see how VajraSecrets brings together traditional spiritual items, ritual objects, and products connected with Tibetan Buddhist practices. I also appreciate learning about natural wellness traditions, including [Shilajit Resin](https://greenmilkconcepts.in/products/shilajit-resin-ayurvedic-rejuvenation-men-s-wellness-support), as part of a broader interest in traditional wellness.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, Chinese migrants came to Malaysia primarily to escape poverty and political unrest. They were attracted by job opportunities in tin mining and plantations. Many travelled from Southern China by boat to Malaysia. That’s how the Tan family set foot on Malaysia to start the traditional Chinese medicine business. From rag to riches they founded the Tan Ah Chin & Son Medicine Hall in Penang.The story set an example of how Dorje Shugden had help the Tan family in comic. form. When we have faith and rely on this Powerful Protector, it will answer the prayers of those who seek assistance.
Thank you Rinpoche and writers team for sharing this awesome comic. May more and more readers enjoy reading this wonderful comic.
Yes even with our Dharma practice and doing Dharma work we have to do our homework. Practicing Dharma through Dharma work and turning our daily tasks into a path of kindness, patience, and service for others. We have to set the correct motivation, practice mindfulness and letting go our ego. Be patience and have compassion while doing the work by staying calm. What is important to transform our mind while helping and benefiting others from it without agenda.
Thank you Rinpoche sharing this profound teachings.
We are not alone, Buddha has said before. Modern technology has found thousands of planets outside our solar system . Astronomers too have discovered over the past few decades there’s more planets out there that can support life in our universe. Its there any living creatures that can survive no one know or any aliens could.
Astronomers and scientists are trying to discover more whether there’s life on other planets.As the universe is so incredible vast I do believe there’s life out there. Scientists yet to answer whether there’s life in other planets. One day they might as there’s modern technology. Interesting read .
Thank you Rinpoche sharing such a informative article.
A profound teaching on death meditation. Gone were those days when we mention death it is a tattoo .We have to accept death in reality , we came to this world with nothing so as we leave this world with nothing . Nothing belongs to us Death meditation in Buddhism is the practice of reflecting on mortality to reduce fear, letting go of worries at the time of death. We have to accept that aging, sickness and death come to everyone of us. Is better for us to prepare and practice the death journey by visualising as taught by our Guru. Rinpoche had explained clearly and simple for us of the importance of death meditation. Reading this blog again and watching the video on Rinpoche teaching to remind myself .
Thank you Rinpoche and interesting sharing of Pastor Henry updates which will inspire more people to practice.
Wow …with this Dorje Shugden illustrated story and graphic novel more people will get to know and understand Dorje Sgudeh better. Interesting story of how Dorje Shugden arose as a Protector to help us. Dorje Shugden is an enlightened being who is also an emanation of Manjushri. In the ‘Music Delighting the Ocean of Protectors, HH Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche has mentioned the history and benefits of Dorje Shugden clearly , truly and preserving the practice for future generations. Its an accurate account whole story of Dorje Shugden from the very beginnings of this great protector. This novel surely suits all old and young people to read it.
Thank you Rinpoche .
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Concept: Tsem Rinpoche Technical: Lew Kwan Leng, Justin Ripley, Yong Swee Keong Design: Justin Ripley, Cynthia Lee Content: Tsem Rinpoche, Justin Ripley, Pastor Shin Tan, Sarah Yap Admin: Pastor Loh Seng Piow, Beng Kooi
I must thank my dharma blog team who are great assets to me, Kechara and growth of dharma in this wonderful region. I am honoured and thrilled to work with them. I really am. Maybe I don't say it enough to them, but I am saying it now. I APPRECIATE THESE GUYS VERY MUCH!
Dear everyone... This is a good condensed talk I gave on Guru Yoga of Tsongkapa. This is the one you should share with others when they are interested in a not too lengthy explanation. It is the perfect practice for everyone who wants simplicity yet effective blessings. You can share this with more people, it will be good.
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