Why we shouldn’t say bad things of other centres

Oct 17, 2015 | Views: 2,743

(By Tsem Rinpoche)

In order to make the holy Dharma grow we need to have more inter-center (at our respective countries) communications, support and harmony. For example if one center is having a dinner, garage sale, or event, another center’s representative should offer donations, congratulations, and emotional support. When another center is doing well, we must all rejoice and be happy. Because we are all in the same family. And if other members or other centers have contributed to the growth of our centers, we should mention, rejoice and make sure always that the members in our center are informed now and in the future so that it encourages inter-center support in the future. It is not necessary that we attend ceremonies of other centers when their teachers arrive as we have our own teachers, commitments and practice. But we should definitely NEVER NEVER criticize, infer, create gossip, or slander the other center’s teachers, practice, lineage or activities. It is said in the holy Lam Rim composed by the King of Dharma Manjunatha Tsongkapa that if we criticize any form of Dharma, the negative karma accumulated is equivalent to killing 1,000 Buddhas. Just think of the karma of killing just an insect, which we as Buddhist try to be aware and not do so, imagine killing a Buddha. Of course killing a Buddha is not possible but it is a hypothetical example of the gravity of that kind of action.

If we create schismatic talk and we are successful in preventing others from going to their teachers, or create doubt in their mind regarding their teachers, stop them from going to a certain center, or cause them to abandon their teacher and practice… how can we gain any attainments???? The negative karma is very strong and multiplies daily. If we are the cause for others to lose faith in their teacher and practice, then how can our own faith (the cause of all attainments in the tantras) increase, be stable in our own teachers? How can we harm another’s faith and hope our faith will remain stable? Those who gossip and carry on with criticisms can become unstable in their mind and always change their minds to achieve nothing. If our samaya (commitment and faith) is not stable in our own teacher then how can any understanding, attainments, and spiritual growth manifest in our mindstream??? We should think about that point carefully.

Those who speak ill of our/others’ teachers, practice and lineage, be they ‘high’ monks, lamas, or ordinary students, we must be aware of them and let it pass into one ear and then out from the other. Have compassion for that person, do not engage or ask any more questions and smile and let it go. If others comment that there is something wrong with our teachers and practice that we have already forged a samaya with, then what can stop others from saying they can be wrong also even if they may be high ranking monks or simple students. When does it stop?? Either all the gurus are to be respected and the bond between them and their students held sacred or we must be a perfect omniscient living Buddha to criticize, judge and talk negatively and check who is ‘genuine’ and not ‘genuine.’ Would a perfect Buddha do that anyways?  Who in true Buddhistic practice can run around proclaiming they are a living Buddhas and condemn others?  People who are incredible examples of selflessness such as Mother Teresa proclaims herself to be a simple nun or a pencil in God’s hand. H.H. the 14th Dalai Lama always says that he is just a simple Buddhist monk although more than fourteen million Buddhists of the Tibetan Tradition believe him to be Avalokitesvara. Panchen Lama who tirelessly worked for others never called himself Amitabah although so many believed him to be.

So once we are able to criticize another practice, teacher, tradition, deity, center, temple, church, student, etc. then we leave ourselves open for criticism and schism, because in the end who is right and who is wrong?? Leave people in peace. When we criticize another tradition/practice/teacher it also shows that we are perhaps highly insecure about what we are doing so we need more people doing what we are doing to feel ‘right.’ Or give us security maybe?  Only study, reading, practice, holding vows and attending Dharma talks to get knowledge is what will really give us security in our practice based on sound logic. A person like that never criticizes others but rejoice, because when you reach a higher state of practice and knowledge, you see the oneness/sameness of the goal, only method differ and rejoice at the skillfulness of the masters in offering diversity to different sentient beings. We would never want to harm another being. Otherwise one would create the karma of being separated from one’s own teacher and teachings, unable to practice and gain results, anger and fear increase in the mind and great insecurities due to resultant karma of schismatic actions of speech and mind. People who have taken refuge or accepted another to be their teacher or practice, we must encourage them towards what they have already committed.

When we appoint ourselves as the ‘spiritual police’ to ‘take action’ against the people following ‘wrong’ lamas and ‘wrong’ practices, we create something very dangerous. We create tremendous disharmony, doubt and aggression. We breed and justify intolerance which is the opposite of Lord Buddha’s infallible Dharma. We must search into ourselves and check the level of our own practice, our motivation. If our motivation and practice is supreme and perfect, then very skillful methods are extremely necessary to guide others. People’s spiritualities are very delicate and must be handled with care combined with compassion. Do not criticize their practice, teacher or tradition in any way. You just need to police yourself. Just remain in your practice and resolve to gain full enlightenment to benefit them in the future. Spiritual policing should be left to Mahakala, Setrap, Palden Lhamo, or maybe other Enlightened Beings perhaps.

If we separate another person from their teacher causing them to abandon the teacher-student samaya and bring them to our teacher/practice, according to the 50 Verses of Guru Devotion, that person and us would never gain any attainments. They came to our practice from the wrong methods-creating doubts in and abandoning their teachers.  We may be able to negatively influence them in the beginning, but as they gain more and more knowledge in the Dharma, our negative words will have less and less of a hold on the other person as they study the Dharma more. In fact, the person might lose confidence in us and in worst cases forsake their refuge which is bad for them and extremely detrimental to ourselves. Any teacher, traditions, student and writings that castigate, defame or criticize other teachers, traditions and students we must be wary of as they can prove extremely detrimental to our own spiritual growth. People who like to carry tales from one centre to another centre or criticize other teachers/centres create the most detriment to the growth of the Buddha Dharma. Observe these people and how intolerant they may sometimes become even if their motivation was initially good. Every Buddhist lineage, tradition and teacher have the right to exist, form and benefit others. We don’t need any councils, groups, or authority to look over them. Who would listen in today’s day and age anyways? It just creates negativities. If these ‘authoritarian’ groups exist, they must consist of very learned students, well practiced members, and have their three doors well subdued, unbiased and non-denominationally based. Otherwise these groups can cause great detriment to the growth of Buddhism in their individual societies, even if these groups have good intentions. If a centre is breaking the law, then the law will take care of them. You do not need to be the spiritual law, but just cultivate true Buddha qualities with the short time you have left. You can benefit more if you become highly attained, than to procrastinate your practice to spiritual policing of others with current limited abilities. Spiritually policing others would be a detriment to our own practice as it takes time away from our development. When we are accomplished, then we would have much more effect on others. If you see ‘wrong’, it should motivate you to practice, transform and become attained faster. Everything can motivate you. Just use it in the right way. To spiritually police others at this time would not be time well spent because we can use the time to practice and become a Buddha. As a Buddha would benefit much much much more to skillfully steer wrong to right.

On a practical basis, one teacher, one centre and one lineage would be physically and practically impossible to suit/accommodate everyone and their temperament. So if you have ten centers for example, in the city, then there is a higher chance that more people can come across the Dharma in that city as opposed to just having one center. I often get students of other centers consulting me, asking for divinations, advice, clearing of Dharma points, or just to meet me. But I always encourage them towards their teacher, practice and center and discourages them to join my place unless it’s general gatherings at their insistence. Their teachers are more than good enough and what I have might not suit them and that’s ok. It’s not that I don’t welcome them, but I want to create stability and consistency with their practice in their minds. But I always ask, what do we want from that person? Do we want them to gain attainments, knowledge, realizations so that their lives can be happy and they can transform to be of benefit to others? Or just increase the membership of our own centers for financial gains, profits or simply to look good? If our motivation is the prior, then we should encourage them to what they have already committed themselves to. Because once they gain knowledge and realizations causing a transformation of that person, it doesn’t matter anymore what tradition they came from, they simply benefit others. Isn’t that Buddha’s intent? If so, that should be our own intent. We want to create Buddhas no matter what methods to tread to attain this sacred goal.

Therefore inter-center harmony is crucial to the growth of the Buddha Dharma in today’s world. If we do not wish to help another centre, then that is ok for whatever reasons we have, but do not harm another centre in any way. Remember, karma is for everyone. We should consider if we wish the holy Dharma to grow so that it can be of tremendous benefit to the contribution of inner peace which leads to outer peace. If so then my thoughts here are very applicable to wherever we live in the world. Because Buddhism is a renowned world religion and it will only grow. In countries where traditionally Buddhism have not taken root, it is establishing itself by way of centers, that turn into temples and eventually into institutions of great learning. Wherever Buddhism thrives, it serves as great addition to the peace and harmony of that city or country due to its emphasis on non-harm, non-killing and peaceful agenda of cooperative human social interaction. It also stresses very much on the peaceful interactions and inter-religious harmony. So it would be very important for the thousands of Dharma centers throughout the world to continue to grow, expand and fulfill their functions as contributors to inner and eventually outer world peace. These thoughts have been penned specifically from my wish for harmony between the various beautiful Buddhist traditions, and also inter-religious harmony.

This write-up is not meant to hurt anyone or hint at anyone or group, nor is it to accuse, it is just my thoughts on inter-center harmony. I could be right or wrong, but it’s my thoughts. In today’s world, tolerance, compassion and forgiveness are very much needed especially from those who are supposed to be spiritual. These qualities are not unique of religion, but should be the uniqueness in religious practitioners.

Tsem Rinpoche

(First published October 2013)

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  1. Samfoonheei on Mar 17, 2021 at 3:29 pm

    Whoever the guru may be, it is our faith that gives us the result. Have faith in our Guru, in his teachings and in our Guru’s words. Without our Guru none of us can cross over to the shore. We can succeeds in spiritual life by looking on guru. Without the blessings and compassion of a true guru, the path of liberation , we are no way. We should not create negative karma , speaking bad about other centres, their teachings and so forth. All religions teaches us more or less the same to be mindful , harmony , promotes better understandings among centres.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this teachings.

  2. Samfoonheei on Jul 6, 2018 at 12:09 pm

    Timely reminder for us the important of us having strong faith in our guru. As long as we are being mindful as we speak of others. How we speak and whatever subjects we speak has a powerful effect on the way we affect each other. Buddhism taught us tolerance, compassion and forgiveness, There’s a natural law of karma , to those who hurt others and speaks against other centres. Do not criticize their practice ,teacher or any things negative of them, just let it be. We should not create negative karma for ourselves.
    What Goes Around Comes Around ,,,,,,,there is a saying.
    We should instead promotes better understandings among centres. Practically all religious traditions are the same. Peace and harmony could only be maintained when there’s unity among all interfaith communities.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this profound teaching.

  3. Stella Cheang on Jun 1, 2017 at 12:39 pm

    All the salient points from this article are logical for us to apply, not only in refraining from criticizing other Dharma centre but also not to partake or encourage others to do so. It was laid down in the Lam Rim as well as the 50 Stanzas of Guru Devotion that we should regard our Guru as the ultimate and singular cause of our spiritual attainment. Therefore, it is only logical that a person will not gain attainment when he/she disparages the Guru. If we are the cause of this action because of our criticism, instigation, schism, false allegation and baseless accusation towards his/her Guru or Dharma center, then we are the direct cause to the person breaking their Samaya. The karma, of course, is imaginable heavy.

    If the person is unhappy for certain reasons, confused or has doubts in his/her practice, Guru’s teachings or the center. Even while these emotional are made clear to us yet we use our words to further fuel their doubts and confusion by uttering words of discouragement towards their teacher and center; we are directly the cause of degenerating Buddha Dharma. Needless to say, the karma is heavy.

    I am very grateful that our Guru, Tsem Rinpoche, so compassionately shares this teaching with us.

  4. Wan Wai Meng on Apr 3, 2016 at 4:51 am

    Dharma centers that help others to become better people, have activities that people can learn and eventually transform bring benefit to the people they serve. Hence other dharma centers also deserve our support and help we can render to them.

  5. KB Thapa on Jan 21, 2016 at 3:58 am

    Dear Rinpoche, thank you for the article it is very needed to all of us.. Yes Rinpoche In order to make the holy Dharma grow, we need to have more inter-center communications, support and harmony . For example, if one center is having a dinner, garage sale or event, another center’s representative should offer donations, congratulations and emotional support very import and promote each other, the very resion we go dharma centers is to learn and spread Buddha teaching.

  6. Chris Chong on Dec 16, 2015 at 12:53 am

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Thank you for reminding us the important of us being kind and unbiased towards other buddhist centres, gurus or linages. It is one of the 5 heinous crimes to create a schism in community of sangha. It is a negative action that has serious unimaginable repercussion that we should be mindful of always. Who are we to judge when highly attained saints like Dalai Lama who is the emanation of Chenrezig do not.

    Chris

  7. Pastor Elena Khong Jean Ai on Nov 22, 2015 at 1:04 am

    1) Rinpoche writing “‘high’ monks, lamas” gave me pause to think. At the point of death, monks and lamas are not exempt from rebirth in the three lower realms if their ranks are not accompanied by practice. So the only ‘high’ that matters is that you are high in your thinking and practice, and not in your rank.

    When Rinpoche tells stories about the great masters in the monasteries, it’s not just the scholars and ranking lamas that move and inspire Rinpoche, but those without name and fame who are sincere in their faith and practice. I still remember the story of an ordinary monk who only relies on Lama Tsongkhapa and Migtsema as his practice, which was given to him when he was younger to combat his depression. Then there is also the story of Gen Nyima who relied solely on Yamantaka and didn’t know how to do any other pujas.

    2) motivation is important. Criticism is okay when the motivation is constructive, to amend something for the better AND to do something about the situation you are criticising. The types of people that the world admires are those who criticise and challenge the status quo, AND combine their criticism with peaceful action.

    Mother Teresa’s social action was a criticism of the lack of care and medical aid for lepers. Mandela criticised the apartheid status quo and combined it with his peaceful 27-year incarceration. Aung San Suu Kyi criticised the junta and combined it with her stoic house arrest. Gandhi challenged British rule and combined it with his ahimsa methods.

    All of these people criticised AND used themselves and their lives as examples for the ideals they are standing up for.

    Our lamas are the same. They criticise our body, speech and mind so we stop these actions that damage and hurt others mentally, physically and spiritually. They become part of the solution by teaching us the Dharma (i.e. an alternative method of life so we benefit others) by official teachings, by action, by method, by example.

    But criticising to be right, criticising without offering a solution and criticising without being part of the solution does not garner respect or even make people like you.

    3) if we spent as much time on introspection as we do in looking for faults in others, we would be Buddhas already. Are we free from criticism ourselves to warrant looking at others over and above looking into our minds?

    To criticise without good reason and become the ‘spiritual police’ that Rinpoche wrote about doesn’t just run the risk of damaging other people’s spirituality. It can damage ours too when we indulge in our unruly minds in this way.

    Considering the pervasiveness of our deluded thinking, it’s best not to indulge in our unruly minds and let it run riot. So we should refrain from criticising because we never know the nature of the object we are criticising. What happens if the object we are criticising happens to be a Buddha? We would never be able to discern this with our deluded thinking; it would just be best not to criticise at all since we can’t afford to accumulate anymore negative karma.

    4) the fact there is something to criticise points to a few concepts about the nature of existence. First, that there is duality because what you think is perfect and free from criticism may not necessarily appear that way to others. Second, the fact we feel words are hurtful is an indication of how strong our ego is to view these words as negative criticism rather than just feedback.

    So if we want to criticise, we should consider if there is an inherent fault in the object we are criticising or if the fault lies with our perception. Take Dorje Shugden for example – the information about him, when examined logically and free from bias, shows us that this being is a Buddha. Buddhas are beings who are without karma, therefore they do not have the karma to be criticised.

    So why is there criticism of them? Because the fault lies in the perceiver having the karma to see faults in the Buddha, in order to criticise them.

    5) having said that, we also have to consider the source of criticism. Rinpoche wrote about the importance of good friends and I definitely agree with this.

    Do our friends criticise us and put us down, so they feel better about themselves? Or do they criticise us because they want us to improve?

    Rinpoche has told us before that when we get into a relationship, our partners should push us to greater spiritual heights. The union should be one that benefits one another’s spiritual practice, instead of furthering our samsara. I think this can also be taken to mean any kind of relationship and not just a romantic one. Since we have a choice of friends and limited time to practise, we should choose to be with people who encourage our practice and not drag us down.

  8. andrew on Oct 25, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    My old chinese mate always say to me dont worry be happy.

  9. Alice Tay on Oct 23, 2015 at 4:08 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for this profound teaching. Just to share some of my thoughts as below:

    1. Motivation
    If everyone has good motivation with the great virtues to benefit others and to gain realisation from their transformation, we should rejoice and happy. Never have the intention to criticize or prejudice but to respect the other gurus, practice, lineage or activities.

    2. Guru devotion
    We should have strong faith to our guru as well as encourage others towards their teacher that they feel suit to them. It is very important for us to have a guru to help and enable us to have stability,consistency and persistency in practice and eventually gain attainments.

    3. Believe in karma
    Believe in karma and no one can escape from the karma. It is clearly indicated in holy Lamrim composed by the King of Dharma Manjunatha Tsongkapa that if we criticize any form of Dharma, the negative karma accumulated is equivalent to killing 1,000 Buddhas. As such, we should appreciate that by holding vows, many actions are refrained which are actually to help us to purify negative karma and clear obstacles.

  10. Uncle Eddie on Oct 19, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    In today’s free World, it is said that we should have full freedom to practice as and when, where or how we like!!! No religion is advised to denigrate or ever criticise one another’s religion, lest it snowballed into something big and damaging, as many could have seen in history. All religious leaders should create harmony within their own religious community and everyone they meet. Any abuses, immoral and wrong usages of power of influences may lead to chaos, unnecessary destructions, damages or even loss of lives. Therefor, strong sense of intellegience and wisdomised control should be excercised to create more needed peace, blissful happiness and harmony amongst all religious prcatitioners. Everyone should have full freedom to practice and live their lives democratically in accordance with their religious beliefs and behaviours. Om Mani Padme Hung.

  11. Wong Suet Moi on Oct 18, 2015 at 7:53 am

    Thank you Rinpoche for the teaching. We should be more sensitive and aware of this issue as it can caused very serious karma. We do not wish anybody or anybody from other centre come to criticize us or creat gossip so do us not to do the same to others. Generally among the Buddhism community should not have critism and schism. I will always bear in mind of the seriousness karma incurred. Thank you Rinpoche.

  12. SL Boon on Nov 5, 2014 at 12:29 pm

    Wow, didn’t know that the karma for criticising Dharma is so heavy! Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this!

  13. Judy Chen on Oct 30, 2014 at 5:36 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Buddhism universally teaches us to seek attainment, enlightenment and also to be out of this samsaric world.

    Any dharma center will be guiding us along the same path, so all dharma centers would be the same and we should not criticise and spread rumours of other centers.

    Thank you Rinpoche for your clarification and motivation. In Buddhism we should be more compassionate and patience.

    With folded hands

    • Rena Wong on Nov 5, 2014 at 5:36 pm

      Dear Rinpoche?

      We should rejoice when there is more Dharma inter-centre or Temples growing in our community. Every tradition, lineage of form have the right to exist and benefit others.

      Its important we do not create schismatic talk or criticisms causing people to abandon their teachers and practice. Those who gossip and carry on with criticisms have unstable mind and in secure of them self. In doing so, one will generate very strong negative karma & it multiplies daily. 

      We should continue to study, read, practice, holding vows and attend Dharma talks to get knowledge is what will really give us security in our practice based on sound logic. We must constantly remind ourself to put Dharma into practice  to  achieve inter-harmony with all beings and apply it wherever we are.

      Thank you Rinpoche for constantly teaching & reminding us to practice Dharma, have guru devotion and ‘one teacher, one centre & one lineage’ as these will encourage each Dharma centres to flourish ahead.

      With folded hands
      Rena

  14. Lum Kok Luen on Oct 28, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Your teaching here is indeed very penetrative and thought provoking. I am now fully aware of the logic behind the principle of One Lama, One Center.

    The key is that as we practice Dharma, what’s our motivation? To Benefit Others. So whichever method we use, as long as it is to benefit others, it has to be the right path.

    Thank you Rinpoche for the wonderful clarification and clairvoyance of this teaching.

    Humbly yours,
    Lum Kok Luen

  15. Toh Cheng See on Oct 27, 2014 at 9:36 pm

    When I was reading this article it reminds me of a uneasy experience I had at a coffee shop while I was having my meal. There was this senior guy sitting there with a group of youngsters wearing the same t-shirt but I can’t make up what is written on their t-shirt as they are a few tables away . He was talking very loudly and was saying bad things about a monk (I have no idea who is is talking about). His talk makes me feel very uneasy and even though I am on a different table and never know who this guy is , I quickly finish my meal and left . I felt that by doing so he has indirectly cause some people (he speaks so loudly that the entire coffee shop could hear him) to have negative perception of Buddhism . Also how he has influence this group of youngsters . This article is so true and yes we have to support and respect other centers and not say negative things of others. All for One and One for All in name of Buddhism.
    Thank you Rinpoche for yet another good article. With Folded Hands.

  16. lili cappello on Oct 19, 2014 at 11:38 am

    Great to read this tonight….Thankyou Rinpoche, just what I needed to hear, Lili

  17. Choo Weng Loong on May 14, 2014 at 4:51 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for this important teaching . We really need to be mindful of our actions especially those from our speech so as not to create negative karma for ourselves and create disharmony among fellow Buddhists or Dharma centers

  18. Daisy Sun on May 13, 2014 at 4:02 am

    Yes, it is always exited for me to see others center are growing and this shown that dharma is spreading and more people will get benefited. I think if I ever come across any people who talk bad another center, I would listen to their complaint first. Then ask them what do they expected? Check their intention that they are trying to gossip or they really have some better ideas which can be suggested for improvement. I think if we care enough, by listening and trying to keep them back on track is a practice too… Good and bad situation are always there for us to practice dharma. If good things come, we shall realise the impermenance , if bad things come we shall be more patience or forgiving…

  19. wansan on May 13, 2014 at 4:00 am

    “In order to make the holy Dharma grow we need to have more inter-center (at our respective countries) communications, support and harmony.” These 3 key points are the ones that will bring us all together, without them, we will fall apart. Nothing will go smoothly if we do not communicate efficiently and clearly between each other. Without any support from anyone, it’s obvious that many things will not work as smooth. Being harmony within the center is utmost important. Who doesn’t want t work or be in a place that’s harmonious and peaceful and everyone gets things done quickly.

    As a Buddhist, we should never criticize others, what more to say other Dharma centers, who are in fact practicing Dharma and spreading the Dharma. Just that they have a different method or way to do it. If we don’t feel that it’s suitable for us, we don’t have to go around telling people bad things about it. Everyone has their own way of doing things and we should all respect the different methods used. As Rinpoche mentioned, how can one practices compassion, harmony, tolerance.. etc in the centre and the next thing you know, criticizing and bad mouthing other centers? Why not use our time to practice Dharma more, instead of going around talking negative things and creating schism of other centers. As Rinpoche said, it creates an unstable mind for us as well. So it does not benefit either way. We are all here to achieve the same goal, to spread the Dharma. Thank you Rinpoche for the wonderful teaching _/\_

  20. Victor Choi on May 10, 2014 at 9:38 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts and which I totally agree with your said.
    Every dharma center/teachers/ leaders have their own ways to convey dharma knowledge of what Buddha Shakyamuni thought way back of more than 2500 years ago to his follower/ students and passed down the teaching but only in different method way of teaching which having the same goal.
    I had this experienced when I was young and even now that some students/follower of other center demoralizing by saying that “this dharma center teaching different lineage which is not pure linage” or “that guru lineage is not pure and creates some method that is not in the tradition”

    In my personal opinion,understanding and realization is in need that every guru teaches different method to reach students mind for them to understand about buddhism and dharma about in different method that some of other students/follower that couldn’t accept nor they don’t understand it. Somehow or rather the “GOAL” of it is the same is to eliminate sufferings, to have deeper realization and greater compassion towards all sentient beings in practice to reach enlightenment.

    Rinpoche had given me a strong impact to clear my doubt in Buddhism and have a stable mindset to follow what Rinpoche taught. I’m so grateful to met you in this life to practice deeper in Buddhism and praying to all lifetime to follow you. Wishes Rinpoche to have long life,teach and spread the dharma. I would like to thank that person who brought me in here “Thank you Helena Chin!”

  21. susan liew on May 8, 2014 at 4:02 pm

    Buddhism is a religion that promotes peace, love, harmony, compassion, tolerance, acceptance and respect of even other faith as all religions teaches good things. So it is only right that we should accept and support different teaching methods of different schools of buddhism as the goal is the same – that is liberation and enlightenment. Every centre and guru has their own ways to reach out to different levels of students as different methods appeal to different ppl. Thus we should help and support in whatever ways we can so more ppl will benefit from buddha’s teachings. Religion should make us more compassionate, accepting, patient and not to be bias. Rinpoche’s advice is so logical and is without any agenda. If all the centres will to adopt this good guideline, there will be much peace and inter-center harmony and the dharma will flourish.

  22. Michelle Chua on May 7, 2014 at 12:08 pm

    We should never criticize or talk bad about other centers as all centers are set up for the same reason- for dharma to spread and flourish. We should rejoice at the fact that more centers are establishing and so more people can benefit from Buddha’s teachings. Different teachers or lineages have different methods of teachings but they are all the same, therefore once again we should not criticize their practice, teacher or lineage.

  23. gary foo on May 4, 2014 at 10:03 pm

    Totally agree with Rinpoche on this one. there are many dharma centers with many teachers and approaches,all leading to dharma and enlightment. at the same time although there could be some masquerading as dharma teachers but they really have bad intentions, we do not possess such wisdom to know if its true. sometimes its just another enlightened teacher method of dealing with its student. so best just keep quiet and dun try to be a spiritual police. We can offer the other person a different perspective of the dharma we are practicing but we cannot talk negative of his/her current teacher/organisation. through our actions motivated by compassion and guided by wisdom, the others can judge if they want to join us and follow our lineage.

  24. Vivian Ong Chwee Kooi on May 3, 2014 at 10:54 am

    Thank you Rinpoche for the detailed explanation on why we shouldn’t not talk bad about other centres / gurus / lamas. I guess everyone including myself have to be very alert and careful about our speech / comments. If we do not know how to answer on a certain topic, the best way is to smile and keep silent rather to say something that will hurt others which will create negative karma in us and giving others a bad impression on us. Thank you 🙂

  25. Fong on May 2, 2014 at 10:11 am

    “Wherever Buddhism thrives, it serves as great addition to the peace and harmony of that city or country due to its emphasis on non-harm, non-killing and peaceful agenda of cooperative human social interaction.”

    “To spiritually police others at this time would not be time well spent because we can use the time to practice and become a Buddha. As a Buddha would benefit much much much more to skillfully steer wrong to right.”

    The Buddha has 84,000 ways to teach the dharma to reflect the diversity of our minds. That probably shows me how different we all are, and how different the methods are. It does not say which is better or best on it’s own but what is best suited to our minds. So, who am I a “mere mortal”, to judge or condemn others.

    Thank you again, Rinpoche for reminding me that the mountain peak stays the same, only the path up the peak is different with different scenery along the way.

  26. David Lai on Nov 14, 2013 at 1:02 am

    This teaching is very apt for the Dharma scene here in Malaysia. There are many nominal Buddhists in Malaysia but not many who understands the Dharma and practice. Hence, when a group of sincere practitioners come together to set up a center, they may not have the Dharma in mind at all times. Also because they are not a Sangha member who had put in their all to study, practice and uphold the Vinaya vows, they do not have the Dharma as the best interest in mind when they engage in monastics who teach. This is very sad and there are quite a few cases where lay and monastics clash for custody over a Dharma center. I hope many will read this sharing and will change their ways so the Dharma will grow even more and practitioners become great meditators and masters.

  27. Low Khjb on Nov 2, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for your sharing of thoughts.What you mention is very true.The most important component in any society or spiritual practitioner is the practice of Tolerance,compassion and forgiveness.
    Harmony and inter communal understanding should be the primary objective of any spiritual center.
    Who are we to comment on others when we can not overcome the demon within oneself let alone teach others what is right.

  28. So Kin Hoe (KH Ipoh) on Oct 28, 2013 at 11:20 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for your teachings about inter-center harmony. Since there are many Buddhist traditions in our country, we should be more alert of our mind and motivation when we meet with other Buddhists from other center and other traditions. May all the Buddhist centers will bring more harmony and peace to every sentient being in this world.

  29. Casteven Lim (KH JB) on Oct 26, 2013 at 7:47 am

    As Rinpoche teaching, “Peace” is the ultimate goal for all Dharma center and religion. We should respect each other hence to reach the ultimate Goal…

    Harmony is the keyword for us to generate Respect with each others!

  30. Wan Wai Meng on Oct 16, 2013 at 11:33 pm

    Yes Rinpoche did mention before that if we take someone from their gurus and center then we better be ready to step up and lead those people towards enlightenment. We should not be so haughty to think we know everything. UNless we are so confident that we ourselves are enlightened. If we are not we should not try to take others from their gurus and their centers.

  31. Elsie Toy on Oct 10, 2013 at 11:15 am

    Dear Rinpoche

    Thank you very much for the teachings and reminder here of one center one teacher. It is a relationship of trust in my teacher. I do not denied that I do meet friends from other centers in cooking classes and other activities. This is because I want them to know I already have my teacher and share Rinpoche’s blog with them. I make myself clear that I have my center and my own teacher and his teaching suits me fine. I do not wish to be seen as “unfaithful” ungrateful to my teacher. Also I remembered Jay Jae taught us that if we go to other centers it is stealing from a center so i do not wish to steal.

    When my friends invite me for their activities I do contribute to them but I do contribute food and/or money to their activities to support them in their activities of offerings with a motivation of dharma to grow and benefit more beings.

    Thank you very much Rinpoche for all your kindness and teaching all these dharma etiquettes. _/\_

  32. Cliff on Oct 8, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    Aother great teaching by Rinpoche that he has continuously reminded us to not criticise other religion or buddhist centres. I never really understood how people could behave towards other centres when they themselves are practicing to be spiritual. Being a buddhist it is already bad enough causing gossip, criticism, infer or slandering other centres yet they still do it. If they do not feel what a centre is doing or a teacher is teaching, accept that it is not right for them and move on to find what they are looking for and not spread schism on that centre about the centres doing or the teacher. Buddha’s teachings has always been about benefiting others that is what all Buddhist centres is about, how they do it is entirely up to them, if you do not agree with how they do it don’t have to get invovled but don’t have to criticise what they are doing to others. Look into yourself to how many people you have benefited from constantly changing centres and criticising about them to others and look at how has it benefited yourself. Practising spiritualism shouldn’t be about slandering other centres or teachers. I agree with what Rinpoche says, it creates an unstable mind. If you’re not happy about a centre just remain quiet and continue your journey for spiritualism. If you have nothing good to say don’t say anything at all. Thank you Rinpoche for your teachings. I enjoyed reading it very much.

  33. Julien Roth on Oct 8, 2013 at 8:07 pm

    Rinpoche is right. We shouldn’t say bad things about other centres, they are trying to achieve the same goal as us. Which is to spread the dharma. We should not judge them or compare them to us. They are all the same. Thank you for sharing this information with us Rinpoche.

  34. tong sun sun on Oct 8, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    谢谢仁波切分享了这篇文章,这也是我常常在外听到的事情。每当遇到这情形我都尽量少说,一来怕遭口舌之非,二来是怕对方遭口业。可是当你沉默,对方却以为你词穷而咄咄逼人!这就好像wylfred Ng 所说:就是考验我们的修为的时候了。祈愿大家福慧增长。

  35. andrew on Oct 7, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    rinpoche tomorrow im sending you 108 malas one mala for each month of a 108 month retreat in your beloved kechara forest mountain. go in with your 108 students and in nine years all 108 of them will become enlightened and 109 of you can come out. close the gate let nothing in plant trees at the entrance and in nine years you may all decide never to come out. kechara machine can survive on its own now . you know all centres should help each other what about the 100 or so rigpa centres where none of the young female students in the inner circle are safe from sexual predation. the answer is inside us not outside, in fact everything lives in side the mind and taming ones mind is all that need to be done and no better place than in the mountains. Good luck up there you do a great job and i know it will be more beneficial to have 109 enlightened kecharians rather than just one and you can all do it in just 108 months . good luck

  36. June Tang (KHJB) on Oct 7, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this important teaching.I still remember one of Rinpoche’s teaching ” Different practices for varied minds are necessary.So never criticise other’s pratices.Respect is a sign you are practising” It’s really good advice for all of us,we should never criticise,create gossips,schisms or jealous of other centre !!!

  37. Eric Lee KHJB on Oct 7, 2013 at 9:47 am

    互相尊重,对于一个修行者而言,是非常重要的。透过尊重,我们能够制造和谐的能量,况且不同的佛堂或不同的宗教都是劝人走向善的道路,所以我更应该鼓励现代的人,多多参与适合自己的宗教活动,让自己的心灵得到提升与满足,这样一来,人生才能活得更圆满。。。

    • Sammi Chan on Mar 27, 2014 at 11:47 am

      Agreed! We must choose those which suit us NOT force to choose or participate which is extremely good but not suit us at all, it’s really PRESURE!

  38. Jim Yeh on Oct 7, 2013 at 3:28 am

    Thank you Guruji for sharing this with us. Your thoughts on this matter is very logical and I fully understand and agree with the message that this post is conveying.

    Similarly, I sincerely wish that Buddhists should not criticize non-Buddhists and vice versa. Or even spiritual seekers of a different religion, we should never proclaim that our way is the only way and always be tolerant our others.

    Keeping our own vows, practices is more important than policing another practitioner.

    Because of your teachings Rinpoche, I have learned to accept any harsh words or situations as pure mind training exercises. Sure I mope for a bit, but I also learn, accept and move on.

    Thank you very much Guruji!

  39. Grace Leu(KHJB) on Oct 7, 2013 at 12:14 am

    Thank you for Rinpoche’sharing.it remind us the important of inter centre ‘s harmony, it should not be the way to criticize , jealous of other centre. We still in samsara and not yet enlightened, where is our quality to criticize other ? We should keep in mind karma always return. I will keep in mind of ” one teacher, one centre and one lineage”to ensure I follow all the way of Rinpoche ‘ teaching towards my spirituality path.

  40. Beatrix Ooi on Oct 6, 2013 at 10:43 pm

    I remember a story about a person spitting at the Buddha, he was blaming Buddha for every single thing that happened to him and one day he was so angry that he looked up to the sky and started spitting, but of course his saliva came back down. The lesson is that, we can’t hurt the Buddha, the Buddha has no negative karma to be hurt and what goes around, comes around.

  41. tenzinkhenchen on Oct 6, 2013 at 9:57 pm

    I really like and admire the fact that Rinpoche does not say or allow his students to say bad things to other centers. If a student says bad things about other centres, it is a two pronged sword, it hurts the other center and also defames you lama. When you say bad things about people, you are also creating negative karma for yourself, especially if you are talking badly of a lama.

    To have harmony among centres is best as to improve the speed of the spread of Dharma. When centres are not quarrelling more people can benefit from the words of the guru.

  42. mitra on Oct 6, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    our 5 finger also not same deference practice, deference buddha ,deference protector ,deference teaching way,but we all going same way to make grow buddha teaching.we cant complan what they are, we point to our self what we are ,what we have to do.i fully respect Rinpoche way to make dharma and make benifit to many people.

  43. Shelly tai on Oct 6, 2013 at 10:13 am

    Thank you Rinpoche for this very important teaching. I remember that once I was listening to one of Rinpoche teaching in Guru For Hire Rinpoche did mention about for oneself to look for a perfect guru that person has to check through the lineage and the reputation of the guru or that lineage before he or she to take refuge, so it is our own duty to check first before we join that centers or that particular lineage therefore is very important to check first before join. Thank you Rinpoche for remind us again about guru devotion.
    With Folded Hands
    Shelly Tai

  44. Wylfred Ng on Oct 5, 2013 at 8:39 pm

    谢谢仁波切的分享。 也再次提醒了我们不可以批评其他的中心。
    不过就算是我们不批评其他中心,其他人也也许会批评我们,那么我们又如何回应呢?
    那时候就是考验我们的修为的时候了。 我们必须避免别人继续批评我们,以免那个恶业继续循环下去。

  45. judy lam on Jun 17, 2012 at 3:02 am

    I am amazed by how Rinpoche explained in detail on inter-centre harmony. If we participate in those small negative talks of other centres, it will only reflect on ourselves and our centre. We should show our respect for other gurus and centres by rejoicing in their success. Thank you Rinpoche.

  46. andrew on Nov 13, 2011 at 3:45 am

    thanks Rinpoche!

  47. Uncle Eddie on Nov 11, 2011 at 1:29 pm

    A person who reaches a higher state of practice and with a good understanding of seeing oneness or sameness of goal, never critizes others, but rejoices at the skilfull methods of others in offering the diversity of differences of practice to sentient beings. They are said to be concentrating on policing themselves spiritually intheir own practice, through which to gain enlightenment by cultivating true buddha’s qualities with whatever available abilities left in themselves. Intercenter harmony is acknowledged to be the foremost requirement to boost the growth of Dharma in today’s world. If we cannot help, dont harm another in anyway! To make Dharma grow, more support, communication and harmony are greatly required. When other centers are doing well, all must rejoice and be happy, as all are in the same family! We should never,never criticise, condemn, create gossips, schisms or slander teachers, lineage or activities of any centres. As in the wisdomised words of our Guru, who said, “in today’s world, tolerance, compassion and forgiveness are very much needed especially, from those who are supposed to be spiritual.”

  48. wanwaimeng on Nov 9, 2011 at 2:31 am

    Recently there was a student from the Sakya tradition and she was attending rinpoche’s talks and even activities but now she is firmly set back in her own tradition and she thanks Rinpoche for the inspiration and her mind is stable and she is not confused. As rinpoche said how we leave others is an indication of our state of mind.

  49. henryooi on Nov 8, 2011 at 11:43 am

    Ever since I met Tsem Rinpoche one of the strong messages in his numerous dharma teachings is what Rinpoche writes here.

    Harmony among Buddhists is very needed for the dharma to spread and flourish. Tolerance and harmony among all religions is the key ingredient to create a better and happier world for us and our generations to live in.

  50. firefly on Nov 4, 2011 at 8:49 pm

    this is gd advice for all of us. i think many of us will profit greatly from this advice. it will bring peace of mind and pure practice. it is a good guideline on how to interact with fellow buddhist and practitioners. Pure freedom mind and a lack of attachment or non-sectarianism/centeranism is the hallmark of real practitioners.

    • VC on Nov 7, 2011 at 9:04 pm

      Good opinion firefly.Pure freedom of mind and lac of attachment or non-sectarianism/centeranism is good for cultivators so as they can find some peace when there is a need to do so.thats why many true cultivators go to mountains or caves or temple built near the mountains to get away from worldly/secular life.

  51. Valentina Suhendra on Nov 4, 2011 at 11:52 am

    Dear Rinpoche

    Definitely, another article worth translating for lamatsongkhapa.com

    Valentina

  52. Sharon Saw on Nov 4, 2011 at 4:07 am

    One of the teachings that impressed me deeply when I first met Tsem Rinpoche was his completely adamant stance that one should not criticise other religions or other Buddhist schools/lineages/Dharma centres. It’s so easy to think that ‘our centre’ or ‘our religion’ is the best (which is why we chose it of course!) which becomes arrogance and ego, and ironically the very antithesis of Buddhism! As long as I have known Rinpoche, Rinpoche has been consistent in his strong advice to his students to respect other religions and Dharma centres, and its sangha members. If we cannot even care for our fellow Buddhists or other spiritual seekers, how can we care for all sentient beings?

    Many people are very attracted to Rinpoche’s teachings, even those who already have teachers, and I have seen Rinpoche gently encourage them back to their centres and their teachers. If Rinpoche was out to get as many students as possible, he would do the opposite. Rinpoche walks the talk and is consistent in this. Rinpoche always says that he personally cannot look after all the Dharma students, so he sincerely rejoices whenever a Dharma centre opens and grows because that means that Dharma is growing. Different methods will appeal to different people and there will be those who are not attracted to Rinpoche’s style but another teacher’s style and Rinpoche is always happy about that.

    I have the deepest respect for Rinpoche for this truly altruistic attitude which is without agenda. I believe that if we can adopt this attitude of not criticising, gossiping or schism towards our spiritual brothers and sisters, we can achieve harmony, which will naturally lead to world peace.

  53. William on Nov 4, 2011 at 12:51 am

    Dear Rinpoche,
    It is true that we must respect each other and the choice of people whether they are Buddhist or not. We should rejoice that they have found a way to happiness by following their centre or their guru. Each centre and each guru has their own way to teach and attract its followers/student. It may suit some and not. All centres are here for a reason and that is to spread Buddhism and grow spirituality and we should help each other. This is also kindness as taught by Rinpoche. We should rejoice because Buddhism is growing.
    We should help in whatever way we can if a person needs help whether spiritually or not. A dharma centre is a friend to another dharma centre because the vision/goal is the same i.e. lead people to liberation and ultimately enlightenment. So, friends should help friends.
    As for being a spiritual police, I think we should look in our own backyard before we start to criticize others. No one gives us the right to do so. It is better to become friends than enemies.
    With folded hands.

  54. VC on Nov 3, 2011 at 11:58 pm

    Dear Master of Buddhism,

    I also believe there is no need spiritual police or group to guard religion especially Buddhism.Because Buddhism is so unique that it promotes harmony,tolerance and compassion although most of the time humankind fail to do so.If a true masters of buddhism come out of nowhere through his diligent cultivation,his fame will gradually rise although he do not wish so.A truely enlightened Master will not proclaim he is enlightened to all.People will gradually know whether he is genuine or not.Not by his own proclaimation but by acceptance of the peoples.May Rinpoche Live Long!My 2 cents opinion.

  55. VC on Nov 3, 2011 at 11:30 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    In today’s world concerntrating on technology advancement,teachings of humanity and compassion must be given a chance to thrive in the society.If not,human is no different than animals.In my opinion, different buddhist centre is suitable for different people’s personality, lifestyle and their opinion and their destiny towards buddhism.Irregardless of their opinions and perspectives of buddhism, all buddhists should be given a chance to practice buddhism in a small way or big way so that everyone of them will ultimately gain liberation and enlightenment.Harmony within buddhist centres should be emphasise although sometimes as a human we cannot get rid all together of some small disharmony due to different personalities or peoples behaviour.The practice of harmony in dharma centres should be perfected so that every cultivators will gain enlightenment in due time.In the process of gaining enlightenment, there will definitely be some obstacles to test the cultivators such as demons influence because the cultivators practice goodness and virtue.If i am not mistaken,not even one great masters of buddhism gain enlightenment resulting for pleasureable environment but seeking ascetic practice and endure hardship.Amitofo.May Rinpoche Live Long!

  56. SP on Nov 3, 2011 at 10:37 pm

    Tsem Rinpoche has been the direct influence, inspiration and connection for a few dharma centers to open in Singapore and Malaysia. To date he has influenced or directly inspired Six dharma centers in Singapore and Malaysia to date to open. Some of the most learned masters/practitioners such H.H. Gaden Tri Rinpoche, Kyabje Lati Rinpoche, His Eminence Kensur Jampa Yeshe Rinpoche, Jangtze Jolenpa Gen Nyima, Geshes, few other tulks and monks has visited a few countries in this region due to Tsem Rinpoche. He has generously donated funds to them or their centres. Found sponsors and benefactors. Offered innumerable statues for their shrines, Dharma book for their libraries and even have visited their centres to give teachings to raise the membership of respective centers.

    Because Tsem Rinpoche has a perfect command of English, combined with humor, foibles, anecdotes and sharp knowledge of Dharma and its practical application to today’s distracted and busy individuals, he appeals to many and promotes a non-denominational attitude. He has many visitors from other faiths that attends his talks or simply visits with Rinpoche, and he always encourages them to remain ‘faithful’ to their faiths and share understanding with each other to create religious tolerance/acceptance. Whenever there is a charity dinner or function Rinpoche is the first one to offer donations, buy tickets, send his students and centre members to go support the center without bias. He feels that the growth of any centre represents the growth of the general Buddha Dharma. So when we contribute to the growth of another center, Rinpoche feels we contribute to the growth of Dharma as a whole. Rinpoche stresses that he wishes Dharma to grow in the world.

    These are a few thoughts I have penned through listening to skillful talks of Gaden Tsem Tulku Rinpoche.
    A student…..SP

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    Friday, Oct 18. 2024 06:39 PM
    n Tibetan culture, it is a popular and customary practice for families to invite monks to perform spiritual ceremonies such as Trusol rituals. The monks have had the opportunity to offer such ceremonies for individuals or their families. Such ceremonies purify the elements of the environment which helps those living or visiting there to experience good health, success and well-being. The sacred ritual of ‘bathing’ the Buddhas and consecration through which negativities, sicknesses and obstacles will be cleared. Where by filling those areas with positive energies and good vibes through this Trusol consecration puja. Water is an essential part of this puja and symbolises the cleansing of all negativities and impurities. Through this puja it also pacifies local deities and other unseen beings in the surrounding areas. We are indeed fortunate that Tsem Rinpoche has taught Kecharians this practice and it has benefited many.
    Thank you Rinpoche with folded hands

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/the-second-generation-of-trusol-practitioners.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Friday, Oct 18. 2024 06:37 PM
    Reading this post had me gain some knowledge of Shifter Werewolves. Any article regarding rare creatures or paranormal articles are of my interest since young. In European folklore, a werewolf is a man who turns into a wolf at night and devours animals, people, or corpses but returns to human form by day.They have the ability to transform from an ordinary human appearance to a partially-lupine form with pointed ears, mutton chops, claws and fangs, and a ridged brow . Wow… werewolf tends to be vicious and unable to control his blood thirst. Their underlying common origin can be traced back to Proto-Indo-European mythology. In many depictions, these bloodthirsty beasts are evil where they kill animals and innocent people. They are humans who transition into wolf-like creatures, after being placed under a curse. In folklore, most werewolves originate from being cursed or bitten by another werewolf. That’s what they do believe. According many enthusiasts, there’s many different type of werewolves such as Alpha wolves, Beta wolves , Deltas, Elders, some survive as loners while others move in packs. How true it is no one knows. I do believe their existing . Many interesting stories related to these wolves in the past history.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/paranormal/werewolves-the-shapeshifters.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Friday, Oct 18. 2024 06:35 PM
    Beautiful Dorje Shugden at Malacca. One should pay a visit there, located at a busy tourist place. It was such an auspicious occasion that a grand Puja was held there. Dedicated students and volunteers were there getting the place ready for the grand puja. Well the Grand Dorje Shugden puja was conducted by very own Kechara puja team to commemorate the chapel’s 3rd anniversary. Many people attended the Puja that’s wonderful to receive the powerful Protector Dorje Shugden blessings. More people will make a connection and get to know Manjushri, the Buddha of Wisdom, in the form of a Dharma Protector. May Dorje Shugden’s practice flourish to benefit those tourists and locals.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/study-groups/grand-puja-at-malaccas-dorje-shugden-chapel-chinese.html
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    Venerable Geshe Rabten Rinpoche is a highly realised meditation master known as a debater, scholar, and meditation master, was the first Tibetan Buddhist master to introduce the complete Vinaya-tradition. He had also introduce the study of the five major topics of Buddhism to the West. He became the ‘path breaker’ of the complete and complex teachings of Buddhism in the West. Many masters, who are famous in the West today, were Geshe’s students. enerable Geshe Rabten. Geshe Rabten wrote the beautiful and Manjushri’s prayer called Gangloma and gave a profound explanation. We are so fortunate to learn about this Manjushri’s sacred prayer. May all be blessed by the practice of Lord Manjushri and Geshe Rabten’s explanation.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/praise-to-manjusri-explanation-by-geshe-rabten.html
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    One bowl has held the food of a thousand families. A solitary monastic travels on his journey of a hundred thousand miles seeking liberation from the cycle of birth and death.
    Thank you H.E. Tsem Rinpoche for explaining the meaning of begging and gave us more reasons to be vegetarian . Create a awareness among us not killing animals to be one.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/one-minute-story/why-buddha-has-a-begging-bowl
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    He was in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia years back giving an enthralling Dhamma talk on the timeless teachings of Ajahn Chah.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this inspiring sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/ajahn-siripanno.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Sunday, Oct 13. 2024 05:02 PM
    The Tibetan diaspora began in 1959 after the People’s Liberation Army entered the country. Thousands of Tibetan and the Dalai Lama fled into exile to India. The Indian government led by Jawaharlal Nehru kind enough to offer land which was scattered throughout the country. The Tibetans as refugees on which the Tibetans would be able to reestablish themselves. After 60 years of protests, campaigns and fundraising, the Tibetan movement has not been fruitful, increase the living welfare condition and Tibetans continue to depend on the kindness of their host countries. Due to these many Tibetan in exile left India to elsewhere and other countries seeking a better future. In the last 60 years, the Tibetan leadership have not been successful in making progress with their political goals. Surprisingly the Tibetan Spiritual leader Dalai Lama said in an interview published letter that Europe has accepted “too many” refugees . While there is many protests and attempts to pressure Europe to accept more refugees.
    Further more the unethical ban against Shugden making life more difficult for many Dorje Shugden practitioners . Because of the ban against Dorje Shugden the whole Tibetan Buddhist world is divided until now. May all be harmonious soon even recently .Dalai Lama had said we could practice Interesting read. Interesting read.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Khong Jean Ai for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/current-affairs/dalai-lama-says-too-many-refugees-in-europe.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Sunday, Oct 13. 2024 05:01 PM
    The Kalmyks are the only traditionally Buddhist people living within Europe. As Tibetan Buddhists, the Kalmyks regard the Dalai Lama as their spiritual leader. Kalmykia is a historical crossroads on the Silk Road. The Western Mongol Kalmyk tribes. The Kalmyks live primarily in the Republic of Kalmykia, a federal subject of Russia located in the southeast European part of Russia. The Kalmyks are the only inhabitants of Europe whose national religion is Buddhism. They embraced Buddhism in the early part of the 17th century and belong to the Tibetan Buddhist. Like other Mongols, the Kalmyk are very spiritual Tibetan Buddhists, but their Buddhism has a strong admixture of indigenous beliefs and shamanistic practices. Buddhism spread among Mongols during the time of the Mongol Empire. They have come a long way till now, with rich traditions in song, dance, music, arts and a powerful heritage ,strong convictions.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this interesting information of the hidden Kalmykia society.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/art-architecture/kalmykia-lore-and-memory-at-the-far-side-of-the-buddhist-world.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Sunday, Oct 13. 2024 05:01 PM
    Thaipusam is a Tamil Hindu festival celebrated on the first full moon day of the Tamil month. The festival is celebrated to commemorate the victory of Hindu God Murugan over the demon Surapadman. The festival commemorates the triumph of good over evil by many devotees throughout Malaysia. For Hindus, Thaipusam is a day to cleanse oneself of sins and to repent for any transgressions in the past year.Devotees place a great deal of emphasis on the Vel. Silver, gold, lead, copper, and iron which is the five metals. It is said to be able to absorb all negative energy, spread positivity, and destroy all dangerous energies. Wearing yellow during Thaipusam as Lord Murugan’s favourite colour. Well Yellow is also associated with new beginnings, peace and happiness. On that day many devotees will be wearing yellow in color. Devotees will carry heavy ornate structures called kavadis while others have their tongues, cheeks and backs pierced with hooks and skewers. They then walk barefoot up 272 steps to the Batu Caves temple. Women devotees will carry the milk pots on that day. Thousands of locals and tourist from around the world of different faith will be there to witness this auspicious festival.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/art-architecture/special-hindu-festival.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Monday, Oct 7. 2024 01:10 PM
    Dorje Shugden controversy began when the Dalai Lama made successive attempts to wrongly assert the nature of the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden to be a harmful spirit. The great lineage masters such as Kyabje Pabongka Rinpoche and Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche’s teachings are amongst the greatest dharma that forms the foundation of Gelugpa education. As confirmed that Dorje Shugden is an emanation of Manjushri. Dorje Shugden is an enlightened Dharma Protector who manifested about 400 years ago from a lineage of erudite masters. They cant be wrong . Dorje Shugden via the Panglung oracle had helped the Dalai Lama in his great escape out of Tibet. There are so many highly attained lamas who practices Dorje Shugden and their reincarnations have been coming back again and again. Even 5th Dalai Lama composed a prayer to Dorje Shugden and built a Protector chapel dedicated to Dorje Shugden as well. That’s Trode Khangsar in Central Lhasa which is still there. The ban of Dorje Shugden is unnecessary and illogical as the bigger purpose of Dorje Shugden,is the preservation of the Dharma. The Tibetan Leadership (CTA) has instituted this ban against Dorje Shugden for many years and its time to lift the ban. May more people read and understand the ban and the real reason behind this controversy.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Pastor David for sharing this post.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/great-lamas-masters/our-lama-vs-the-dalai-lama-the-underlying-reasons-for-the-ban.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Monday, Oct 7. 2024 01:08 PM
    Panchen Sonam Dragpa a scholar ,great master, writer, abbot of all monastic universities. Well known for writing 11 definitive volumes of philosophical teachings. He was the unmistaken incarnation of the pure monk Duldzin Drakpa Gyaltsen who was a direct disciple of Je Tsongkhapa.Panchen Sonam Dragpa was unique in having served as abbot of the three main Gelug monasteries that is Ganden, Sera and Drepung. The only person ever to have received this honour. Panchen Sonam Dragpa’s collected works spans volumes, constituting the main textbooks which is still used today.
    Worth reading over and over again this great Lama life’s story.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this great sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/the-most-illustrious-panchen-sonam-drakpa.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Monday, Oct 7. 2024 12:59 PM
    Troll is a being in Nordic folklore, described as trolls dwell in isolated areas of rocks, mountains, or caves, live together in small family units, and are rarely helpful to human beings. Trolling behaviors involve tactical aggression to incite emotional responses, which can adversely affect the target’s well-being. Troll represented aspects of life and nature that were beyond human control or understanding. They can be found all over Norway with mysterious rock formations and mountains with troll-like-shapes , sometimes possessing magic powers too. Reading this post had me get to know there’s other forest creatures that existed long ago. An eye opener reading it .
    Thank you Rinpoche for this great sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/science-mysteries/the-hidden-nature-of-trolls.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Monday, Oct 7. 2024 12:58 PM
    Dice divination, a fascinating and ancient method of fortune-telling, has been used by various cultures throughout history. Dice hold different meanings and symbolism in various religious traditions, representing chance, fate, and the connection between humans and the divine. Dice are commonly used as divination tools in modern witchcraft and are interpreted to seek insight and guidance from higher powers. Despite all the different rules and approaches, all forms of dice divination are basically the more same.
    In Tibetan Buddhism there are a number of divination methods. Even within dice divination there are many forms, and these are associated with many different deities such as Manjushri, Palden Lhamo and Dorje Shugden. Dorje Shugden divination method is well known to be extremely accurate , very beneficial and effective.
    Our Guru H E Tsem Rinpoche had received the entire transmission and commentary of the Dorje Shugden divination lineage from Dorje Shugden himself. One should maintain very good guru devotion and have clean samaya with our guru with ,have respect for the Dharma and have the deepest faith in the great and powerful enlightened protector Dorje Shugden to do the divination.Tsem Rinpoche has helped thousands of people through his divination methods in Malaysia. Interesting read , more to understand about it.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing with us .

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/dorje-shugdens-dice-divination.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Tuesday, Oct 1. 2024 01:58 PM
    Visualizing deities while meditating or when we are performing a puja is one of the principal methods used in the Tibetan tradition. Deities are highly symbolic representations of awakened minds that have appeared to past masters in visions. Deities are represented in thangkas and paintings. As more and more people embrace the Tibetan Buddhist path with sincerity and dedication, they understand better and could visualize through the practice. It is not about appeasing a deity, but engaging in formal meditational practices to transform ourselves. The actual practice in Buddhism is to purify karma, accumulate merits by way of Buddha-deity practice, and to create the causes and conditions for spiritual realisations.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Pastor David for these great teachings.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/deity-practice-in-buddhism.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Tuesday, Oct 1. 2024 01:50 PM
    Lama Thubten Phurbu a prominent Gelug lama born in a village in Shanglaxiuxiang, Qinghai.As a young child, he showed extraordinary intelligence. Lama Thubten Phurbu is at the forefront of spreading Je Tsongkhapa’s tradition and Dorje Shugden inside Tibet. Lama Thubten Phurbu is responsible for propagating this Dharma Protector’s practice to many. Well respected by many in Kham, Tibet and is a deeply respected local figure known for his work in the community and have done much more for the Tibetan people than the CTA have. Lama Thubten Phurbu’s great works have benefited many sentient beings in Tibet and China. He travels occasionally to the West, India and Nepal to give teachings on Lama Tsongkhapa’s precious lineage as well as Dorje Shugden’s practice. Visited many places spreading Lama Tsongkhapa’s teachings, teaching the Lam Rim as well as the Mind Transformation teachings, and promoting the lineage of Dorje Shugden with the support from the Chinese government . Great sharing of a great Lama.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Pastor David for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/great-lamas-masters/incredible-lama-thubten-phurbu-and-his-activities.html

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My Dharma boy (left) and Oser girl loves to laze around on the veranda in the mornings. They enjoy all the trees, grass and relaxing under the hot sun. Sunbathing is a favorite daily activity. I care about these two doggies of mine very much and I enjoy seeing them happy. They are with me always. Tsem Rinpoche Always be kind to animals and eat vegetarian- https://bit.ly/2Psp8h2
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Part 1-Beautiful billboard in Malaysia of a powerful Tibetan hero whose life serves as a great inspiration- https://bit.ly/2UltNE4
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The great Protector Manjushri Dorje Shugden depicted in the beautiful Mongolian style. To download a high resolution file: https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
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    She’s going to spend her whole life here without being able to move correctly. Like a machine. They are the slaves of the people and are viewed as a product. It’s immoral. Billions of terrestrial animals die annually. Billions. You can’t even imagine it. And all that because people don’t want to give up meat, even though there are so many alternatives. ~ Gabriel Azimov
  • Our Malaysian Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir speaks so well, logically and regarding our country’s collaboration with China for growth. It is refreshing to listen to Dr. Mahathir’s thoughts. He said our country can look to China for many more things such as technology and so on. Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    Our Malaysian Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir speaks so well, logically and regarding our country’s collaboration with China for growth. It is refreshing to listen to Dr. Mahathir’s thoughts. He said our country can look to China for many more things such as technology and so on. Tsem Rinpoche
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    This is the first time His Holiness Dalai Lama mentions he had some very serious illness. Very worrying. This video is captured April 2019.
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    Beautiful Monastery in Hong Kong
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    This dog thanks his hero in such a touching way. Tsem Rinpoche
  • Join Tsem Rinpoche in prayer for H.H. Dalai Lama’s long life~ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYy7JcveikU&feature=youtu.be
    6 years ago
    Join Tsem Rinpoche in prayer for H.H. Dalai Lama’s long life~ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYy7JcveikU&feature=youtu.be
  • These people going on pilgrimage to a holy mountain and prostrating out of devotion and for pilgrimage in Tibet. Such determination for spiritual practice. Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    These people going on pilgrimage to a holy mountain and prostrating out of devotion and for pilgrimage in Tibet. Such determination for spiritual practice. Tsem Rinpoche
  • Beautiful new casing in Kechara for Vajra Yogini. Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    Beautiful new casing in Kechara for Vajra Yogini. Tsem Rinpoche
  • Get ready to laugh real hard. This is Kechara’s version of “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane!” We have some real talents in this video clip.
    6 years ago
    Get ready to laugh real hard. This is Kechara’s version of “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane!” We have some real talents in this video clip.
  • Recitation of Dorje Dermo‘s mantra or the Dharani of Glorious Vajra Claws. This powerful mantra is meant to destroy all obstacles that come in our way. Beneficial to play this mantra in our environments.
    6 years ago
    Recitation of Dorje Dermo‘s mantra or the Dharani of Glorious Vajra Claws. This powerful mantra is meant to destroy all obstacles that come in our way. Beneficial to play this mantra in our environments.
  • Beautiful
    6 years ago
    Beautiful
    Beautiful sacred Severed Head Vajra Yogini from Tsem Rinpoche's personal shrine.
  • My little monster cute babies Dharma and Oser. Take a look and get a cute attack for the day! Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    My little monster cute babies Dharma and Oser. Take a look and get a cute attack for the day! Tsem Rinpoche
  • Plse watch this short video and see how all sentient beings are capable of tenderness and love. We should never hurt animals nor should we eat them. Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    Plse watch this short video and see how all sentient beings are capable of tenderness and love. We should never hurt animals nor should we eat them. Tsem Rinpoche
  • Cruelty of some people have no limits and it’s heartbreaking. Being kind cost nothing. Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    Cruelty of some people have no limits and it’s heartbreaking. Being kind cost nothing. Tsem Rinpoche
  • SUPER ADORABLE and must see
    6 years ago
    SUPER ADORABLE and must see
    Tsem Rinpoche's dog Oser girl enjoying her snack in her play pen.
  • Cute!
    6 years ago
    Cute!
    Oser girl loves the balcony so much. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTcoWpKJm2c
  • Uncle Wong
    6 years ago
    Uncle Wong
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    Tsem Rinpoche’s Schnauzer Dharma boy fights Robot sphere from Arkonide!
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    6 years ago
    Cute baby owl found and rescued
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    Nice cups from Kechara!!
    Dorje Shugden people's lives matter!
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    6 years ago
    Enjoy a peaceful morning at Kechara Forest Retreat
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    This topic is so hot in many circles right now.
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    BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN NEW YORK STATE-AMAZING.
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    Leonardo DiCaprio takes on the meat Industry with real action.
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    Do psychic mediums have messages from beyond?
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    7 years ago
    Lovely gift for my 52nd Birthday. Tsem Rinpoche
  • This 59-year-old chimpanzee was refusing food and ready to die until...
    7 years ago
    This 59-year-old chimpanzee was refusing food and ready to die until...
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    Bigfoot sighted again and made it to the news.
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    7 years ago
    Casper is such a cute and adorable. I like him.
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    Dorje Shugden Monastery Amarbayasgalant Mongolia's Ancient Hidden Gem
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    Don't you love Hamburgers? See how 'delicious' it is here!
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    7 years ago
    Such a beautiful and powerful message from a person who knows the meaning of life. Tsem Rinpoche
  • What the meat industry figured out is that you don't need healthy animals to make a profit.
    7 years ago
    What the meat industry figured out is that you don't need healthy animals to make a profit.
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  • This video went viral and it's a must watch!!
    7 years ago
    This video went viral and it's a must watch!!
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    7 years ago
    SEE HOW THIS ANIMAL SERIAL KILLER HAS NO ISSUE BLUDGEONING THIS DEFENSELESS BEING.
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Look at how attentive of the members during Dharma talk. It is through hearing, contemplation and practicing Dharma, one is able to eradicate delusions and march towards liberation. 28/9/2024 Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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Look at how attentive of the members during Dharma talk. It is through hearing, contemplation and practicing Dharma, one is able to eradicate delusions and march towards liberation. 28/9/2024 Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
Pastor  did dharma sharing on KFR retreat puja, purification after retreat and karma. Kechara Penang weekly puja. Pic taken by Siew Hong.
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Pastor  did dharma sharing on KFR retreat puja, purification after retreat and karma. Kechara Penang weekly puja. Pic taken by Siew Hong.
Under the guidance from Pastor Seng Piow, Kechara Penang Study Group members completed our weekly Dorje Shugden Puja. 28th September 2024 by Jacinta.
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Under the guidance from Pastor Seng Piow, Kechara Penang Study Group members completed our weekly Dorje Shugden Puja. 28th September 2024 by Jacinta.
Sponsors' packages nicely decorated nd offered up on behalf. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Sponsors' packages nicely decorated nd offered up on behalf. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
Completed Dorje Shugden puja cum recitation of Namasangiti on 14th September 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group, uploaded by Jacinta.
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Completed Dorje Shugden puja cum recitation of Namasangiti on 14th September 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group, uploaded by Jacinta.
Known as Merdeka Day (31st Aug 2024), our Kechara Penang members celebrated this day with Dorje Shugden and his entourage by doing a DS puja together with recitation of Namasangiti. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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Known as Merdeka Day (31st Aug 2024), our Kechara Penang members celebrated this day with Dorje Shugden and his entourage by doing a DS puja together with recitation of Namasangiti. Uploaded by Jacinta.
24th Aug 2024, Kechara Penang Study Group members have completed weekly puja. A variety of kuihs and fruits were offered up on behalf of sponsors. By Jacinta
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24th Aug 2024, Kechara Penang Study Group members have completed weekly puja. A variety of kuihs and fruits were offered up on behalf of sponsors. By Jacinta
At the point of the passing, the only thing that will help us and our loved ones is the Dharma. Hence, try to chant mantra, do pujas, giving alms and etc during this period. Bereavement puja by Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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At the point of the passing, the only thing that will help us and our loved ones is the Dharma. Hence, try to chant mantra, do pujas, giving alms and etc during this period. Bereavement puja by Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
Bereavement puja by Kechara Penang Study Group. May the deceased has good rebirth and the family members find solace in the Three Jewels. Thanks to Rinpoche for He always taught us about practising compassion through action. By Jacinta
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Bereavement puja by Kechara Penang Study Group. May the deceased has good rebirth and the family members find solace in the Three Jewels. Thanks to Rinpoche for He always taught us about practising compassion through action. By Jacinta
Thanks to Sharyn, the florist came and arranged on the spot! What a lovely and colourful bunch flowers attractively arranged to Buddha as offerings. 2nd Penang DS retreat of the year (2024), uploaded by Jacinta.
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Thanks to Sharyn, the florist came and arranged on the spot! What a lovely and colourful bunch flowers attractively arranged to Buddha as offerings. 2nd Penang DS retreat of the year (2024), uploaded by Jacinta.
As usual, a retreat will not be complete without nice tormas. Pastor Patsy and our dear Penang members ~ Swee Bee, Tang, Jasmine and Siew Hong came together as a perfect and united team in completing it. Penang DS Retreat 17-18th Aug 2024 by Jacinta.
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As usual, a retreat will not be complete without nice tormas. Pastor Patsy and our dear Penang members ~ Swee Bee, Tang, Jasmine and Siew Hong came together as a perfect and united team in completing it. Penang DS Retreat 17-18th Aug 2024 by Jacinta.
A picture that says all. Thanks to Pastor Seng Piow, 12 retreatants and 51sponsors that make this event a successful one. See you all in our next retreat. Kam Siah. A simple yet full of gratitude note by Choong, uploaded by Jacinta.
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A picture that says all. Thanks to Pastor Seng Piow, 12 retreatants and 51sponsors that make this event a successful one. See you all in our next retreat. Kam Siah. A simple yet full of gratitude note by Choong, uploaded by Jacinta.
Offerings being set up, getting ready to start the first day of Kechara Penang Group's retreat. By Jacinta
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Offerings being set up, getting ready to start the first day of Kechara Penang Group's retreat. By Jacinta
As H. E. The 25th Tsem Tulku Rinpoche had mentioned a retreat is time taken away from our ordinary, daily, mundane activities specifically to focus on deeper meditation, deeper meditational practices to gain some benefits.  Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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As H. E. The 25th Tsem Tulku Rinpoche had mentioned a retreat is time taken away from our ordinary, daily, mundane activities specifically to focus on deeper meditation, deeper meditational practices to gain some benefits. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
Retreat started for the second half of the year, 17th Aug 2024. We have new participants and those regulars. Thanks to Pastor Seng Piow and Choong for organising it. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Retreat started for the second half of the year, 17th Aug 2024. We have new participants and those regulars. Thanks to Pastor Seng Piow and Choong for organising it. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
10th Aug 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group completed DS puja, led by Siew Hong. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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10th Aug 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group completed DS puja, led by Siew Hong. Uploaded by Jacinta.
Thank you Pastor Seng Piow for the dharma sharing and leading today's puja 3rd August 2024. Pic by Siew Hong and uploaded by Jacinta.
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Thank you Pastor Seng Piow for the dharma sharing and leading today's puja 3rd August 2024. Pic by Siew Hong and uploaded by Jacinta.
Puja sponsorships packages of RM100, RM 50 and RM30. Really appreciate the continuous support for our Penang DS Chapel. 28/7/2024 By Jacinta
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Puja sponsorships packages of RM100, RM 50 and RM30. Really appreciate the continuous support for our Penang DS Chapel. 28/7/2024 By Jacinta
Completed weekly puja at Penang DS Chapel. 27th July 2024 by Jacinta.
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Completed weekly puja at Penang DS Chapel. 27th July 2024 by Jacinta.
For those Penang members who were back in Penang, instead of having a weekend off, they chose to go to Penang DS centre and did a DS puja for the benefits of all beings. 20th July 2024, Saturday. By Jacinta
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For those Penang members who were back in Penang, instead of having a weekend off, they chose to go to Penang DS centre and did a DS puja for the benefits of all beings. 20th July 2024, Saturday. By Jacinta
So proud of Penang Kecharians for attending initiations given by Venerable Chojila at Kechara Forest Retreat, Bentong on 20th - 21st July 2024. Against all odds, many of us made it there. (Not in the pic Mr. Teo and Sunny) By Jacinta.
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So proud of Penang Kecharians for attending initiations given by Venerable Chojila at Kechara Forest Retreat, Bentong on 20th - 21st July 2024. Against all odds, many of us made it there. (Not in the pic Mr. Teo and Sunny) By Jacinta.
Wishing all sponsors' wishes be fulfilled and thanks for supporting our Kechara Penang Puja packages on 13/7/2024. By Jacinta
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Wishing all sponsors' wishes be fulfilled and thanks for supporting our Kechara Penang Puja packages on 13/7/2024. By Jacinta
#throwback 13th July 2024, Kechara Penang Study Group completed DS puja. We have special guest that day, Paul, a long time senior Kecharian with his friends. By Jacinta
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#throwback 13th July 2024, Kechara Penang Study Group completed DS puja. We have special guest that day, Paul, a long time senior Kecharian with his friends. By Jacinta
Beautiful offerings arranged by Choong. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Beautiful offerings arranged by Choong. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
7/7/2024 Kechara Penang weekly puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Girup by Jacinta.
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7/7/2024 Kechara Penang weekly puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Girup by Jacinta.
This week's puja offerings sponsored by a few people and we hope their wishes be fulfilled. Pic taken by Choong and uploaded by Jacinta.
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This week's puja offerings sponsored by a few people and we hope their wishes be fulfilled. Pic taken by Choong and uploaded by Jacinta.
29th June 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group completed weekly Dorje Shugden cum Manjushri Namasangiti. Pic taken by Choong and uploaded by Jacinta
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29th June 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group completed weekly Dorje Shugden cum Manjushri Namasangiti. Pic taken by Choong and uploaded by Jacinta
Need a dose of spiritual nourishment or perhaps any spiritual protection? Do take up our Kechara Penang food/candles offering packages. Do not hesitate to contact our member Choong for more info. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Need a dose of spiritual nourishment or perhaps any spiritual protection? Do take up our Kechara Penang food/candles offering packages. Do not hesitate to contact our member Choong for more info. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
Different food offerings offered on Penang Kechara Chapel's altar behalf of the sponsors. May sponsors' wishes be fulfilled. Great effort from Choong Soon Heng, one of our Kechara Penang dedicated members who thought of this way for people to generate merits while clearing obstacles. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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Different food offerings offered on Penang Kechara Chapel's altar behalf of the sponsors. May sponsors' wishes be fulfilled. Great effort from Choong Soon Heng, one of our Kechara Penang dedicated members who thought of this way for people to generate merits while clearing obstacles. Uploaded by Jacinta.
These are some of the offerings offered on behalf of our sponsors. We have different offerings packages which one can choose from or just simply sponsor our weekly puja in dedication to our loved ones. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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These are some of the offerings offered on behalf of our sponsors. We have different offerings packages which one can choose from or just simply sponsor our weekly puja in dedication to our loved ones. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
We hope you enjoyed our pictures, as much as we enjoyed our Wesak Day together in Penang. Let us carry the energy and enthusiasm we experienced so far and inspires many more. Happy Wesak Day! 22/5/2024 KPSG by Jacinta
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We hope you enjoyed our pictures, as much as we enjoyed our Wesak Day together in Penang. Let us carry the energy and enthusiasm we experienced so far and inspires many more. Happy Wesak Day! 22/5/2024 KPSG by Jacinta
Puja offering packages. Thanks to those who sponsored the puja. May all your wishes be fulfilled. KPSG by Jacinta
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Puja offering packages. Thanks to those who sponsored the puja. May all your wishes be fulfilled. KPSG by Jacinta
Colourful altar with plenty of offerings. We had DS puja with Praise to Buddha Shakyamuni as we celebrate this special day of Buddha's Birth, Enlightenment and Parinirvana. KPSG by Jacinta
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Colourful altar with plenty of offerings. We had DS puja with Praise to Buddha Shakyamuni as we celebrate this special day of Buddha's Birth, Enlightenment and Parinirvana. KPSG by Jacinta
Some of the activities done during the Wesak Day Celebration in Penang. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Some of the activities done during the Wesak Day Celebration in Penang. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
Wesak Day Celebration in Penang!Buddha's Bathing Ritual. 22/5/2024 Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Wesak Day Celebration in Penang!Buddha's Bathing Ritual. 22/5/2024 Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
11/5/2024 Saturday @3pm. After puja, all members helped out clearing the offerings and we shared out the blessed food offerings with our families, friends and even animals. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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11/5/2024 Saturday @3pm. After puja, all members helped out clearing the offerings and we shared out the blessed food offerings with our families, friends and even animals. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
11/5/2024 Saturday @3pm. Activities during puja. Members chanting Dorje Shugden mantras. We've completed Dorje Shugden puja cum Namasangiti. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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11/5/2024 Saturday @3pm. Activities during puja. Members chanting Dorje Shugden mantras. We've completed Dorje Shugden puja cum Namasangiti. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
11/5/2024, Saturday @3pm. Activities : Offerings of khata to Rinpoche, garland of flowers to Dorje Shugden and a new Tibetan butterlamp being offered on the altar. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
6 months ago
11/5/2024, Saturday @3pm. Activities : Offerings of khata to Rinpoche, garland of flowers to Dorje Shugden and a new Tibetan butterlamp being offered on the altar. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
Today we have an inaugural cancer free diet talk and info sharing by Mr. Ooi. Mr. Ooi is a Penangite and like any other man, he has a family to provide for. From colon cancer stage 4,he is now known as a cancer-free man. Learn more about his story and his acquaintance with Dorje Shugden here https://youtu.be/x7i-yXJBUwM?si=A-5O0udxjg52iS58
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Today we have an inaugural cancer free diet talk and info sharing by Mr. Ooi. Mr. Ooi is a Penangite and like any other man, he has a family to provide for. From colon cancer stage 4,he is now known as a cancer-free man. Learn more about his story and his acquaintance with Dorje Shugden here https://youtu.be/x7i-yXJBUwM?si=A-5O0udxjg52iS58
Kind-hearted sponsors sponsored these kuih-muih & flowers for today's puja @ 4th May, 2024. Should you wish to contribute these or sponsor our weekly puja, do contact us for more details. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Kind-hearted sponsors sponsored these kuih-muih & flowers for today's puja @ 4th May, 2024. Should you wish to contribute these or sponsor our weekly puja, do contact us for more details. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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