Ganden Monastery in Tibet where this incense still grows Found some more info on that special Ganden incense: Ganden Khenpa (Tibetan Sage Incense) It is believed that, Ganden Khenpa (Tibetan Sage) was originally grown in the Ganden Monastery (30 km outside Lhasa, Tibet). During the time of The Great Tsong Khapa, there was...
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The artist that did this is ONE OF THE BEST I’ve ever seen. The detailing, colors, shading, proportions, pose, angle, shift of the body, and general appearance are excellent.. Shocking in a good way how nice this Guhyasamaja is. I am very particular about sacred artwork. I am very concerned the pose, color, implements...
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A dog, cat, bird or any animal you bring home is not a pet. You may think of them as so, but they don’t think that way about themselves. To them you are their hope, love, family and safety. If you cannot take care of them, don’t get them in… the first place. Just...
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When we put so much time, energy, effort, resources and hope into outer beauty we have to resort to dieting, surgery, makeup, exercise, creams, soaps, doctors, spas, resorts, baths and medications, but in the end it fails us. No one will be attracted to us when it fades and all too quickly. All...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche) I made a trip to Tibet in end of December 2008 and early January 2009. It was my first time there and I went with a tiny group as it was a last-minute decision to go. I visited quite a few places in Tibet. When we left the hotel and took an hour drive...
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Dear friends, This is an essential study no matter what tradition of Buddhism you come from. If you are serious about gaining progress on the path of practice to enlightenment, this text is highly recommended and very necessary. I fold my hands and request you all to study so you gain progress. Tsem Rinpoche...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche) To download the commentary below in Word format, please click HERE. (Disclaimer: I do not own any of the information. I am sharing this commentary here out of my great admiration for the illustrious scholar and master Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey and wish to bring more awareness of his writings...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear friends, Let me introduce to you to a great teacher, his life, some of his teachings and his parinirvana. May you learn and absorb from this great example of a learned Buddhist monk who arose from the wisdom and learnings of Tsongkapa’s peerless tradition. Tsem Rinpoche (Disclaimer: I do not...
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Over the years, since I was instructed by my teacher Kyabje Lati Rinpoche to go to Asia, and specifically Malaysia, to disseminate the Dharma to people who are ready and karmically connected, there have been incredible people every step of the way who have contributed to the works of the Dharma: printing, painting, traveling,...
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After many house-hunting retreats, and part of the team making a trip to Los Angeles just to meet with realtors and view prospective homes, and countless moves from house to hotel (and back again!)…WE DID IT! We have found a house for Rinpoche and have fully moved in to the new *Ladrang. Our search...
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In the spiritual sense, when you always say you are disappointed in others and that is why you gave up, it’s only another way of covering your own shortfalls you don’t want to deal with because where and who will you meet that will not disappoint you? ~Tsem Rinpoche (It is about...
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Two very nice documentaries you must watch and enjoy! I love watching documentaries searching for Yetis (Bigfoots) in Nepal because it combines the search for these powerful beings with Monasteries, lamas, monks and spectacular landscape. I like this combination very much. With wonderful Nepalese music and the Sherpa people and the anticipation of...
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Or view the video on TVNZ website: Part 1 Part 2 This is the latest New Zealand TV station’s news report on Thupten Rinpoche’s death meditation. Thupten Rinpoche is a lama from Sera Je Monastery, and went to teach in Dhargyey Buddhist Centre, New Zealand since 1996 until his recent death in May 2011. Venerable Thupten Rinpoche...
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Pastor Jean Ai cooked delicious pasta and salad for all of us tonight Kechara’s Pastor Jean Ai is an inspiration to young people, spiritual seekers, women and educated people all around the world. She is young, compassionate woman, educated and a Buddhist Pastor. She is all that she inspires. She is extremely bright,...
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(Photos of our Wesak day offerings done by LA Team here on our shrine) The USA team have done a very good and dedicated job towards setting up the new Ladrang (residence) here in Los Angeles. We are at the tail end of setting up and have a few minor things to do like...
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Wesak Day 2014-Today 40 children are having a Buddhist Baptism in Kechara. Their parents and relatives also join in this auspicious event so over 130 persons have gathered for this. Our Buddhist Pastors are conducting the event today on Wesak Day. Auspicious! I rejoice so much to see our respected Pastors doing a good...
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This may be short and simple post, but it’s deep and meaningful. I am very touched. Please watch. Tsem Rinpoche RICHMOND, Va. (April 4, 2014) – A police officer proved “serve and protect” covers just about anyone—even a dog. Officer Karen Spencer-Boyles was patrolling Tuesday when she noticed two...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche) Always choose your guru over everyone else I took this picture of His Holiness Kyabje Zong Rinpoche in Thubten Dhargye Ling in Los Angeles. Zong Rinpoche was very affectionate to me and had the strongest impact in my mind, practice and life. I felt connected with him and could not believe...
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The ‘Ocean Drover’ is regarded by the live export industry as being one of the ‘best’ vessels on the water. But right now, animals confined within it are suffering and dying. After breaking down four weeks ago, just days after leaving Australia, the ship has been travelling at a reduced speed – extending an...
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The picture above was Kechara Forest Retreat in the early days when we first found the retreat land. It was tough then, the land was inconsistent and muddy, there was barely any basic infrastructure, and we knew there was a lot of work ahead of us. Fortunately, with hard work and dedication, our Kecharians...
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Kechara Pastor Tat Ming is conducting a blessing prayer for a traveling tour bus at our holy place, Kechara Forest ...
Kechara Pastor Tat Ming is conducting a blessing prayer for a traveling tour bus at our holy place, Kechara Forest ...
Kechara Pastor Tat Ming is conducting a blessing prayer for a traveling tour bus at our holy place, Kechara Forest ...
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Group picture of the end of the Inner Peace Retreat, June 2019. More info: http://bit.ly/2GvGl7A
Inner Peace Retreat Day 2: Debrief & Closing More info: http://bit.ly/2GvGl7A
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