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.
(By Tsem Rinpoche) This is Tsongkapa manifesting as semi-wrathful Mahasiddha on a tiger to his disciple Kedrup Rinpoche in the bottom right corner. This thangka belongs to a series of 5 special visions of Tsongkapa where he appeared to Kedrup Rinpoche in five mystical forms. One should find and read that account as it’s...
Mr. Nicholas Yu gifted and surprised me with this wonderful 2ft Bigfoot figurine. I was taken aback happily and really like this Bigfoot very much. I wanted a larger figurine and it suddenly appears! Now it’s right next to my shelves with Bigfoot books in my working area. I enjoy giving Bigfoot items to...
Are we creating an altar, a shrine to the death of millions of animals who were slaughtered mercilessly to get on our dining table? Watch the video below: Related link: Cruel Cage Egg System, please do something about it – https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/?p=52496
Dear friends, I came across this article and video and it really broke my heart. I wish so much to share this with you. Please don’t say you find it hard to watch if you are taking meat or such. I am not criticizing you, just trying to create awareness. What happens to animals really...
Dr Jiang Dr Jiang has shared his knowledge of very healthy food that I would like to share with everyone. These recipes can make a radical boost to your health. Below are 30 recipes and videos of Dr. Jiang’s cooking class. He has taught the ladrang staff 30 different recipes: 1....
Dear friends, I do not own this article or make any profits, but I found it very interesting to share this well written article. I have looked back in my life at all the people and many do they fit into this pattern. I also recalled what my teacher Kensur Rinpoche Jampa Yeshe had...
(By Tsem Rinpoche) What is Serkyem? What is its purpose? Why is it performed? The Serkyem or Golden Drink offering, is part of Dharma Protector’s practice like that of Setrap Chen’s practice. In Tibetan,Ser means ‘golden’ and Kyem means ‘beverage’. Serkyem remains largely a unique aspect of the Dharma Protector practice. Lamas...
This is something we are not familiar to read or hear about. Perhaps there is nothing we can do for the moment, but at lease be content with your situation in life and in that contentment, do some type of work that will bring benefit to others. Make the best of our situation. No...
Pastor Shin during a puja session Pastor Shin on Sin Chew Newspaper! Just recently, Pastor Shin Tan appeared in a local Chinese newspaper called Sin Chew Daily. I have known Pastor Shin since 2006, when she first attended a teaching I gave in Kechara House. She was very new to Buddhism at that...
Apr 28, 2011 (By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear Ooi Beng Kooi, I saw your name as a contact person for Tsem Rinpoche and his center. I am an American who believes in Buddhism. Two things that mean a lot to me are Buddhism and animals and when I did a search on the internet on...
Are they real, or are they myth? A Seven to Nine foot tall man ape has been sighted in North America for centuries. The mysterious ape-like creature; also known as Bigfoot, is said to inhabit remote regions of the Pacific Northwest. While most Canadians consider the Sasquatch a mythical creature, for the Cowichan People...
Mitra Poudel is a friend of mine from Nepal. He gifted me with these two wonderful paintings of Yeti (Himalayan Bigfoot). My other friend Khom Thapa (KB) arranged for the paintings and brought it back from Nepal and it was given to me. It was painted especially for me and I was very touched...
Yes, you can download and print out high-resolution images of these beautiful landscapes and it is absolutely free! I realise that it can sometimes be difficult to find good quality, high-resolution images to download. Therefore, I am very happy to be able to make this selection of images available to everyone to download at...
We are very happy to be able to make this selection of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche’s portraits available to everyone to download at absolutely no charge. The images are high-resolution and of sufficient quality to be printed clearly on an A4 or A3 sheet of paper and framed for your altar or shrine. ** Note...
Yes, you can download and print high-resolution images of the Enlightened Beings and Buddhas absolutely free! I realise that it can sometimes be difficult to find good quality, iconographically correct images of the various Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, especially in places where Dharma is not strong, or in remote areas. Therefore, I am very happy...
Through many years of ardent practice and of keeping clear, pure commitments, high Lamas of the various Buddhist traditions have attained the ability to strive continuously and tirelessly towards benefitting others, and generating qualities of generosity, kindness, compassion, patience and forgiveness. Images of these high lamas serve as reminders of the sacred qualities that...
By Yönten, on July 25th, 2014 Reverend Christina Yanko from the Toronto Buddhist Church was one of the officiants at the mass wedding which took place at World Pride in Toronto recently. I asked her for a bit of info about it and here’s what she told me… “I have attached 3 pictures. They...
(By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear friends, I was on the blog chat and several other persons also joined me to my delight. I started asking various persons about the different enlightened aspects of Tsongkapa, His practice, benefits and trivia related to Him. I thought I would reproduce the chat here and you can learn a lot...
Black Manjushri is the wrathful healing form of Manjushri that helps us to heal our deep inner negative emotions and mental suffering that arise due to sickness or problems; it is also a powerful antidote against the harm and disturbances caused by negative astrological influences. Get started on the practice by clicking any of...
Last Saturday night was exceptionally busy at Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK), with three different youth groups volunteering on the same night! We had the NRC11 (Team Najib Razak Club) led by Ashman Najib (son of the current Prime Minister of Malaysia), BN Youth Volunteer led by Akmal Saufi (son of the current Chief Minister of Southern...
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KECHARA FOREST RETREAT PROGRESS UPDATES
Here is the latest news and pictorial updates, as it happens, of our upcoming forest retreat project.
The Kechara Forest Retreat is a unique holistic retreat centre focused on the total wellness of body, mind and spirit. This is a place where families and individuals will find peace, nourishment and inspiration in a natural forest environment. At Kechara Forest Retreat, we are committed to give back to society through instilling the next generation with universal positive values such as kindness and compassion.
It was through the 6th Panglung Oracle the Dalai Lama had a safe and successful escape from Tibet to India. That’s in 1959, following Dorje Shugden advice and instructions which route to escape. This story in comics form is a great way to let more people know the truth. Senior officials from Monastery eyewitness affidavits signed, they were the monks who travelled together with the Dalai Lama. All these cannot be wrong .A truth and only truth to be shared with.
Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.
Believing that the paranormal can be real, is one way to escape the reality we live in and make it a little more interesting. People sometimes want to believe something more is out there than only a platonic routine life. Not everyone believes in ghosts, but there have been plenty of celebrity ghost sightings over the years. Most scientists deny that ghosts exist, but I do believe ghost rather spirits do exist . Ghosts are ingrained in many cultures, with people rising from the dead or being able to communicate from the beyond. The human fascination for the unexplained plays a big role in this world.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing such an interesting videos. Sound scary. Doing prayers and dedicated to them will be fine as long as we don’t’ get involved with them.
Opening Eye Chenrezigis a Buddhist practice and form of Chenrezig focused on healing physical eye problems and developing wisdom eyes. The practice involves prayers and mantras to develop compassion and it was transmitted by Lama Gangchen Rinpoche . This practice is designed to train one’s mind in making life beneficial for all sentient beings through the yoga of the Compassionate Buddha. Well this practice has been effective for those who sincerely had engaged in reciting the mantra consistently.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing methods to heal the defects, problems, and disturbances to our eyes.
Helmut Gassner, is a senior Buddhist monk from Austria also known as Venerable Gelong Jampa. After meeting Venerable Geshe Rabten Rinpoche back then ,his began to have an interest in Buddhism . Venerable Geshe Rabten Rinpoche had impressed him deeply so much so he began studying Tibetan language, Buddhist philosophy, debate and meditation. Throughout his lifetime, he has translated for many high lamas. He translated for HH the 14th Dalai Lama between 1979 and 1995. Helmut Gassner has recognized and value the knowledge of Dorje Shugden . He noticed the positive qualities, acknowledging Dorje Shugden’s significance, and developing a comprehensive, insightful of it. He even received many first-hand accounts of how Dorje Shugden has been extremely useful to the Dalai Lama. Following the Dalai Lama’s move to ban the practice of Dorje Shugden where discrimination and fights happened. The event didn’t bothered him much as he knew the truth that the practice of Dorje Shugden is an integral part of the Gaden Tradition. In 1999 at the Friedrich-Naumann-Foundation in Hamburg, Germany, he bravely spoke the truth regarding Dorje Shugden. His devotion to his teacher, the dharma and the truth compelled him to speak up . Interesting read.
Thank you Rinpoche for this great sharing .
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Any work done with the teachings of the Buddha alive in our hearts is Dharma work. Some of us share the precious and uniquely challenging opportunity of working or volunteering for a Dharma organization . We must practice with the bodhisattva attitude every day as long as we all try to remember the workings of ego, karma and impermanence .The ultimate goal of Dharma practice is to benefit all sentient beings and lead them to happiness. This aspiration can transform any activity into Dharma work. Copying scriptures, making offerings, giving to the poor, listening to teachings, meditating, and reflecting on the teachings are all considered Dharma activities. Our attitude and intention are crucial for whether our work becomes Dharma work. Even a secular job can become spiritual if we approach it with purpose, and a commitment to benefit others. That’s Dharma work when the work benefits sentient beings and the teachings of Buddha; it depends on the motivation one has and how one does the work. Profound teachings.
Thank you Rinpoche .
Chariots of the Gods is a book written back in 1968 by Erich von Däniken. Erich von Däniken is a Swiss author of several pseudoscientific books which make claims about extra-terrestrial influences on early human culture. Interesting the book is all about those many unsolved mysteries of the past, which was an immediate bestseller in the United States, Germany, and many more countries. His books have been translated into 28 languages, and have sold 60 million copies worldwide. Through his archaeological findings has suggested that in ancient times the earth was visited by extra-terrestrials. Interesting read.
Thank you Rinpoche great sharing.
Its great idea having created small Buddha statues for protection in cars. Nowadays there ‘s many car accidents on road, having it and merely looking at it is a blessing for driver and passengers. They will feel safe .
Thank you Rinpoche creating and spreading Dharma.
Revisit this post….A touching song by a Mongolian boy who lost his mother to a fatal illness, and also lost his father shortly thereafter to a car accident . It was in China’s Got Talent contest 2011 , this 12yr-old Mongolian boy performed a touching song sending his thought to his mother at heaven. It had touched the hearts of the judges and audiences. Even though it was a Mongolian folk song which I could not understand but hearing it truly touching.
Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.
Wow what a brilliant way to spread Dharma through having comics pictures. Comics as visual storytelling is a unique art form that combines words and images.Through reading and seeing through those comics books everyone could understand. Its suitable for adults and kids and even the old. These comics depicts the power of Dorje Shugden. A picture is worth a thousand words, but a comic is worth a million. The pictures and words interact in the reader’s mind, resulting in the story. For Kechara coming up with this comic Karuna Finds A Way book, more and more people understand better of Dharma and more so of Dorje Shugden.
Thank you Rinpoche and writers team.
Vietnam is home to a variety of strange, real-life creatures such as Asian Unicorn , snub-nosed monkey , smallest sun bear species in the world, and so on. Vietnam’s animals are a vital part of the country’s biodiversity, comprising unique and endangered species that deserve protection and appreciation. Those animals that exist are one of the most underrated appeals of the country. Back in 1947 ancient tribes-people living in the mysterious forest creatures appeared regularly sighted by farmers. Its was only in 1982 a Professor discovery of a footprint of Nguoi Rung creature an undiscovered species of hominid like the Yeti or Bigfoot. That’s awesome, so Yeti do exist .
Thank you Rinpoche …interesting
Reading this old post tells us more who Kechara Buddhist Pastor Yek Yee is for sure. A hard working lady whom everyone could see for themselves . A disciplined, resilient lady who possesses incredible stamina taking on new challenges when given tasks. Devoted to task, working tireless in effort . She has great and vast knowledge in Buddhism and also very good with Tibetan Buddhist rituals. She indeed has inspired many through the years at Kechara.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this inspiring post and reading what others have said about Pastor Yak Yee.
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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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13th Sept 2025, Dorje Shugden puja led by William, photo taken by Siew Hong. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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A close-up shot of our offerings! Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Inspired by Kin Hoe's (Ipoh) and Sam's (Kuantan) updates, here... introducing our No. 1 members, Mr. Teo and Aunt Betty. They are always early for preparation, cleaning, and arranging. Bottom pic is Hue & Mr. Loh. They are sharing and exchanging views on ritual practices that support spiritual practices before puja. KPSG by Jacinta.
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Tormas are regularly being changed. It's solely the commitments from one of our dedicated members, Choong Soon Heng. Without him, we would not have gathered an abundance of merits. Thanks! Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Some of the offerings offered during our weekly puja. These are the items sponsored by our sponsors. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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Here are two other completed Dorje Shugden puja done for the past weeks, led by Ong Siew Hong in the month of August. She's an exceptional umze in our group. Special thanks to those who joined the puja regularly. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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It's been a while since our last update. When KFR was busy organising, serving & helping visiting monks together with their chunks of activities in Bentong, back here in Penang, our small but sturdy Penang Study Group has been consistently having their weekly Dorje Shugden Puja @ every Saturday at 3 pm. Here's one update, completed on 6th September 2025. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Mr. Cheah Fook Wan offered Serkym to Dorje Shugden in Kechara Ipoh Centre today. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
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Mr. Mannance Wong offered incense on behalf of Ipoh members before the puja starts. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
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7th September animals liberation activities.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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29th evening DORJE SHUGDEN Puja lead by Pastor Seng Piow. Kechara Kuantan Study Group Sam
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28th August Dharma Sharing by Pastor Seng Piow at Center Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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26th August evening had our weekly Swift Return Puja..at Kechara Kuantan center..by Sam
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Dharma sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja done this evening. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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19th August has our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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Kechara Ipoh Study Group carried out Gyenza Prayer recitation on Sunday, 17th August '25. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
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14th August Dharma Sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja done at Kechara Kuantan Study Group Sam
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12th August evening had Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche Kechara Kuantan Study Group Sam
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7th August Dharma sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja done. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
2 months ago
Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
2 months ago
3rd August animals liberation activities done.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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First Dorje Shugden puja for the month of Aug, 2025. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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31st July evening had our weekly DORJE SHUGDEN Puja lead by Pastor Seng Piow.Kechara Study Group Sam
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#Throwback Weekly Dorje Shudgen puja led by William and attended by faithful Penang members. Kechara Penang Study Group, reported by Siew Hong and uploaded to blog by Jacinta.
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#throwbackmemories 26th July, 2025 puja packages being sponsored. May sponsors' wishes be fulfilled. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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#Throwback 19th July 2025, Dorje Shugden puja cum Namasangiti recitation at 49, Jalan Seang Tek @ Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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29th July evening Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche. Kechara Kuantan Study Group Sam
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Kechara members were setting up the offering items on altar before the puja started in Ipoh today. (So Kin Hoe, KISG)
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Dared Lim has offered tea on behalf of Kechara Ipoh Study Group prior to the start of our puja in Ipoh. (So Kin Hoe, KISG)
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Through the blessings from His Eminence Kyabje Tsem Rinpoche, Kechara Ipoh Study Group has carried out Dorje Shugden puja in Ipoh today. (So Kin Hoe, Kechara Ipoh Study Group)
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24th July Dharma Sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja done Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam.
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22nd July had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche.Kechara Kuantan Study Group sam
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Kechara Penang Study Group completed Dorje Shugden puja and the recitation of Namasangiti. 12th July 2025 uploaded by Jacinta.
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16 th July 2025.. sending groceries to two underprivileged families.. Kechara Kuantan Study Group.. Sam
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15th July Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam .
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Releasing fishes,birds and fishing baits on a beautiful auspicious day 13 July 2025.Kechara Study Group Sam
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#Throwback 5th July, 2025. Members gathered for puja during the first week of July. There's nothing can stop us being faithfully devoted to Rinpoche and our Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. May our group can grow to a greater height. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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#Throwback 28th June, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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10th July evening we had our weekly DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. May HE Tsem Rinpoche have a swift return to KFR at Bentong. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam.