My Medical Status

Nov 14, 2011 | Views: 14,926

Posted October 24, 2011

Recently I received treatments from Dr. Jiang and he gave the prognosis below.

今天检查仁波切的右腹部,按压刺痛,重按连接肝部,基本诊断为肝部肿大。

可能性有两个,一是脂肪肝,问题不大,二是肝硬化,非常严重,有恶变的可能。

一般情况下,肝硬化是肝癌的前期,单独肝硬化也可致命。保养得好,可以延续二三十年的寿命,保养不好,两三年内就会恶变。

一旦恶变,病人的痛苦是所有疾病中最痛的一种。即使没有恶变,也可能会发展为肝腹水,死亡率也很高。

从压痛的情况来看,不像是脂肪肝。仁波切现在都非常的痛,不是平常人能够承受的。

2011年10月20日 姜忠

(Translation to English)

Today I checked Rinpoche’s right abdomen next to the belly button. When I pressed, there was sharp pain; I pressed again and the pain was found to be connected with the liver. The basic diagnosis is swelling of the liver.

There are two possibilities: first is fatty liver, which is not a big problem. The second possibility is hardening of the liver, which is extremely serious, it may turn malignant.

Under normal circumstances, hardening of the liver is a preliminary to liver cancer, but hardening of the liver alone can also be fatal. If maintained well, lifespan can be extended by 20-30 years; if not maintained well, it will turn malignant in 2-3 years. Once it turns malignant, the pain of the patient is one of the most painful among all diseases. Even if it doesn’t turn malignant, it may also turn into liver-abdomen-fluid – the mortality rate of this is also very high.

From the pain of pressing Rinpoche’s abdomen, it does not look like fatty liver. Rinpoche is still feeling a lot of pain now, and it is not a pain which normal people can endure.

Dr Jiang Zhong
20 October 2011

 


 

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An Update from the Ladrang

Dear friends,

I’m sending this update from the Ladrang to share with you re Rinpoche’s health condition. I’ve spoken to Dr. Jiang today and he has some recommendations for Rinpoche’s health, in view of the inflammation & swelling of the liver and also the possibility of liver cirrhosis & hardening of liver.

 
1. BACKGROUND

Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver. A liver with too much scar tissue cannot work properly to make protein, help fight infections, clean the blood, help digest food and store energy.

Early treatment can control symptoms and keep cirrhosis from getting worse, but there is no way to “heal”/reverse the hardened/ scarred tissue, only to preserve the healthy tissue. In the early stages, cirrhosis causes the liver to swell. Then, as more scar tissue replaces healthy tissue, the liver shrinks. A number of people with cirrhosis also get liver cancer.

 
2. PRIMARY TREATMENT

The primary treatment recommended by Dr. Jiang is Chinese medicine (herbs), which he said is the most effective in relation to Rinpoche’s current condition.

In a layman’s “summary”, healing would consist of:

  • 60% Chinese medicine
  • 20% Emotion (less stressful, more relaxed lifestyle) & acupuncture
  • 20% Diet

 
3. DIET

Dr Jiang mentioned that diet is secondary and compliments primary treatment of Chinese medicine, which should be priority.

These 2 items will aid healing:

a) Seaweed/ kelp

  • Taken 2 to 3 times a week
  • Helps to reduce inflammation and soften the liver

b) Soy based products: soya milk, bean curd, natto (Japanese fermented soy beans), tempeh

  • Taken 3 to 4 times a week
  • Helps to increase circulation, detox & reduce inflammation

*Rinpoche experienced gout in the past when Rinpoche was on a bean-based diet. We will consult Dr. Jiang to see if there is alternative to soy, or how to prevent gout.

Additionally, celery and white radish are good for circulation. Do not consume too much white radish or it will cause discharge of chi, hence it is recommended to take only twice a week.

James, Pastor Loh Seng Piow and I will have a more comprehensive discussion with Dr. Jiang re Rinpoche’s diet tomorrow.

 
4. CONCLUSION

Rinpoche’s health is deteriorating fast. A few weeks ago, Rinpoche has given a teaching, and Rinpoche has told us to be prepared as his time is very short. This is now confirmed with Dr. Jiang’s diagnosis/advice.

Rinpoche has only 1 to 3 years to live. If we take good care of Rinpoche’s health, life span may be prolonged. However, if the situation worsens and develops into cancer, it can be as little as 1 year left.

Also, Dr. Jiang mentioned that the possibility of Rinpoche’s condition to be healed is only between 40%-50%.

In view of how serious Rinpoche’s health has degenerated, I would like to stress the importance of inner “puja” (mind transformation, for example: to go all the way for Dharma, let go off our attachments) that constitutes 70% of the cause to extend Rinpoche’s life span, while the other 30% is outer puja (long life puja) to support. If this is done, then Rinpoche’s treatment will be effective.

Thank you.

Shin Tan
Tsem Ladrang
 

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  1. Joy Kam on Dec 15, 2018 at 11:33 am

    1984 Los Angeles-Left to right: Geshe Tsultrim Gyeltsen, His Holiness Kyabje Zong Rinpoche, monk assistant to Zong Rinpoche and the 18-year-old Tsem Rinpoche prior to ordination. Read more- https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/category/me

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  2. Valentina Suhendra on Jul 26, 2018 at 9:32 am

    I was walking past a second hand shop on Western Ave selling old things. They had a Japanese-style clay Buddha which was beige in colour on the floor, holding the door open. I thought the shopkeeper would collect a lot of negative karma without knowing if he kept such a holy item on the floor as a doorstop. So I went in to talk to him, but he didn’t look like he wanted to talk or that he even cared. So I asked him the price and he said US$5. I purchased it so he did not collect more negative karma. I was 17 years old and that was in 1982.

    I escorted my new Buddha home and washed it lightly and wiped it. I placed it on my altar and was happy with the Buddha. I would do my meditations, prayers, sadhanas, mantras and prostrations in front of this shrine daily. When I left for India in 1987, I could not bring this Buddha along and gave it to a friend. It was a nice size and I made offerings to this Buddha for many years in Los Angeles. In front of the Buddha I placed His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s photo. I remember I was so relieved that the price was affordable. But US$5 that time was still expensive for me but worth it I thought. But I was happy to have brought the Buddha home. Tsem Rinpoche

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com

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  3. Pastor Shin Tan on Jul 20, 2018 at 11:58 am

    Tsem Rinpoche at Kechara Forest Retreat, Bentong, Malaysia

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  4. Jason on Jun 22, 2016 at 9:54 am

    I did browse through vajrasecrets.com and come to and finally I click on Rinpoche medical status.I just can’t imagine how much pain Rinpoche has to bear. I feel sad about this. Pastor Shin Tan did mention inner puja and outer puja can help to heal Rinpoche pain and prolong Rinpoche life. Inner puja which related mind transform is major contribution on effectiveness on the treatment to Rinpoche.Rinpoche always keep saying that we must practice dharma now because we don’t know what will happen to us on next second .
    I am a new kecharian but I really learn a lot from Rinpoche.Dharma must be in practice but not just only as a knowledge.
    I wish Rinpoche long life and always turn Dharma. Wheel.Thank you.

    With folded hands
    Jason

  5. Lester on May 19, 2016 at 9:27 am

    Hi any updates on Rinpoche health status? Thanks.

    • Valentina Suhendra on May 19, 2016 at 12:23 pm

      Dear Lester

      Since Rinpoche was diagnosed with liver hardening back in year 2011, Dorje Shugden oracle came to take trance and substantially healed his illness. Please read the article below. However, his condition still need to be monitored carefully.

      https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/me/miraculous-healing.html

      Having said that, whether our teacher choose to manifest healthy condition and long life would depend very much on the samaya of his students as a whole. If we do what he advised and transform our mind, then we created the cause for our teacher to live long. Therefore, we all have to continue to pray for his long life and stable health and maintain out commitments at the same time and do as he advised.

      Kind regards

      Valentina

      • Lester on May 19, 2016 at 1:26 pm

        Thank you Valentina! I am almost moved to tears! I have missed the article by its title thinking that it was about something else. Yes, the Lama can manifest in whichever way is beneficial for beings like us. May all students keep their samaya well. 🙂

        • Valentina Suhendra on May 19, 2016 at 6:34 pm

          Dear Lester

          Recently, I have written an article about Rinpoche’s biography – do enjoy and share with your friends 🙂

          https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/great-lamas-masters/h-e-the-25th-tsem-tulku-rinpoches-biography.html

          Valentina

          • Lester on May 20, 2016 at 9:08 am

            Hi Valentina, yes, I enjoy reading the biography. Will definitely share with my interested friends info on Rinpoche. On a side note, I realise that the biological lineage of Rinpoche is illustrious. It will be really ideal if the names His Eminence’s parents and forefathers be cited in Chinese (if there are Chinese transliteration of their titles and names) and be backed by official and/or scholarly historical documentation. For example, Xinjiang in the post-Qing period is run by Han generals, but divided amongst the Mongol clans, Uyghurs and other Muslim communities. If any form of official recognition, certifications, citations or commendations can be sought from the governmental archives of PRC and Taiwan, or from personal collection, to be published as evidences of Rinpoche’s royal background, tracing it all the way to Prince Palta and beyond, it can be of great help to the propagation of Shugden cause eventually. If memories of Rinpoche’s parents and grandparents are sustained in the minds of his clansmen in Xinjiang (if any of them are still there), who in turn should welcome Rinpoche as one of their own, that will be even better. 🙂 Again, my ramblings.

    • Vinnie Tan on May 19, 2016 at 7:02 pm

      Dear Lester,

      Like what Valentina has mentioned, it is possible for the lama to manifest many illnesses through the body. It will depend on what the students do to help spread the Buddhadharma that will be able to change the causes for the lama to live long. Even if the lama lives longer, if as students we constantly break our promises and not do things that we should do, the lama will leave us as well.

      It is not unusual that high lamas manifest something and leave their students very quickly. Even if it is a reincarnate that is back with the students, if the students have broke that samaya, it will cause the incarnation to not be able to spread the dharma.

      Thus, we should always do the best and keep all our promises. Not just make the promises because it seems to be a right thing to do at that moment yet we do not follow through. When we do not follow the promise through, it will create causes for our lama to leave us.

      Above is just a sharing with you.

      Thank you
      Vinnie

      • Lester on May 20, 2016 at 9:14 am

        Thanks Vinnie. You are right. Clean samaya is key to Guru’s sustained presence. May the Lama live long!

  6. Steven Koh Wing Gok on Jun 18, 2014 at 5:33 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,
    it a really shocked to me. Currently, medicate are so advance to cure all inner problems.
    Look forward good doctor to help.
    Take care
    Steven

  7. tong sun sun on Oct 22, 2013 at 2:25 pm

    看了这编文后非常担心上师的健康,脑袋一片空白和心理极度害怕。请上师务必照顾和保重法体。我们以后的回响都回响上师法体健康,常转法轮。

  8. Sandra Goldstein on Jul 9, 2013 at 12:28 am

    I am very saddened by your news and hope that all works out for the best. My father has just recently undergone tests for his liver after feeling pain just below his ribs. One of the problems with the liver is that it’s just so darned efficient that we can get away for years with all sorts of problems and not realise just what’s going on. This is why alcoholics can abuse themselves for decades; the liver can function when only 20% intact, and because it doesn’t send out warning signals until it’s too late, people can run into a lot of problems. Thankfully my father drank in moderation and the problem turned out to be his gall bladder. The moral of this story is that you should have regular blood tests. They can help spot problems with your liver (and other organs) that you can’t necessarily feel. A simple blood test takes five minutes. Alert the world!

  9. dash on Mar 13, 2013 at 10:48 am

    Low fat raw vegan diet. Even just a month of it and his health should improve leaps and bounds. It will detoxify his liver rapidly, although it is suggested to do it much longer. If he wants to take it a step further try juicing. Research Dave the raw food trucker’s story on YouTube. Quite inspiring.

  10. Robert on Jan 20, 2013 at 12:59 am

    Dear Rinpoche,

    I am very sad to see this news, it is bringing tears to my eyes. I only recently came across your teachings and youtube videos, and have found myself drawn time and again to your teachings since.

    I will dedicate my dharma practices to your health and long life and perform White Tara sadhanas for you. I am also going to ask that you be put on my sangha’s tonglen list.

    I mistakenly thought I would have time to study with you. There is no time. So I will practice now for you, since you have practiced so much for me.

    Om Ah Ra Pa Tsa Na Dhi!

  11. Susan on Dec 9, 2012 at 12:24 am

    Am saddened to hear this. sincerely hope Rinpoche will seriously consider a raw vegan diet with plenty of juicing. this helps to detox the body. may he get well speedily.

  12. Carlos Cheng on Aug 3, 2012 at 12:20 pm

    Sad to hear about Rinpoche’s condition. I wonder if he is tested for Hepa B. Asians are predominantly infected by HEPAB. He needs to get a Blood test for presence of HBVDNA. He may also need a CTscan to determine the presence of any lesion in the liver. Check if Edema is present in the legs. All liver anzyme and Alpha Feto Protein should also be tested. If there is no lesion and just cirhottic, Hope his liver is still compensated, He can start taking an antiretroviral drug (Viread or Baraclude are very potent drug).The liver could get healed hopefully when the virus is undetected after a month. We’ll pray for him. Hope he reoover soon.

  13. Linda Hoo on Jun 3, 2012 at 12:11 pm

    Would there be possibilities for Rinpoche to get a liver transplant. Hoping no bleeding. If bleeding Vit K will be needed. Cirrhosis mustnt take food containing high salt. Am very sad to hear this. May Rinpoche live long.

  14. Natalie on May 8, 2012 at 6:35 am

    Dear Rinpoche, I found out a few weeks ago that cola is linked to cancer http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-17308181
    Just wanted you to know as I and many others want you to have a long, healthy life. Good wishes to you.

  15. cvp on Mar 24, 2012 at 3:27 pm

    Rinpoche,
    I only listen to you once. And I really love listening to you more.
    Now I found out that you are not well.
    I am Laotian. Now live in California. I am done check with my spiritual guide and have a ‘POSITIVE’ answer which means that you will definitely heal. MIRACLE will happen with a condition.
    You may look into the raw food diet from Arnaux Goran, who healed himself thru food and appear on television.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nwb7WcyM9nA

    Psychic Healer
    Laguna Beach

  16. Ron Doucet on Feb 4, 2012 at 9:44 am

    Hello from way across the pond. I am a dharma practitioner from Massachusetts USA. I first heard of tsem rinpoche on YouTube and was immediately drawn to him. I had serious negative karma and broken vows and samayas, and was considering ending my life. Rinpoches letter to me and his teachings were of immense benefit and gave me hope that I could turn my life around. By watching and contemplating and applying tsem rinpoches teachings, my mind quickly transformed and I have a reason to live again. That reason is practicing the holy dharma and benefitting sentient beings. I feel like I owe my life to rinpoche and his kind staff. Therefore, I will dedicate any merit from my dharma practice to rinpoches long life and continued activity. I hope that rinpoche will be healthy as I personally I owe a great to him! I think the best thing we can do is continue with our practice, keep our vows/samayas intact and carry on rinpoches vision of letting the holy dharma grow in the world and in the mindstreams of sentient beings. Thank you again rinpoche, and the ledrang staff and everyone at the kechara organization. Sincerely, Ron d.

  17. Israel on Jan 16, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    I have just read this post, it is very sad to know it. I wish you all the best and peaceful way during the next months, hopefully the situation turns over its prediction. Today its dead meditation gathers strenght into me. Millon of thanks for sharing your wisdom with us.

    • Will on Jan 26, 2012 at 11:00 am

      Dear Blessed Rinpochey and Dharma friends,

      Happy New Year of the Water Dragon 2012.

      With the blessing of the countless Buddhas, may you meet up with a beloved qigong master. One is named Lin , Chun yi. He lives in America. With your blessing and permission, I would like to make offerings to heal Rinpochey with Qi Gong healing.
      May you remain to teach!

  18. andree in oklahoma on Dec 28, 2011 at 11:46 am

    i wanted to tell you thank you for having presence on the internet and all the wonderful lectures on youtube. it has meant much to me to have this. and to have contact with kechara. i have two malas, one a wood bead that i wear as a reminder to be mindful the other is bone. your lecture on impermanent has caused a deep awareness for my day to day actions and has deepened my gratitude. i have had you on my mind a lot lately. and moved to tears. i dont know you but your love has reach me here in oklahoma. thank you . thank you thank you …

  19. Tay Beng Aik on Dec 22, 2011 at 12:24 am

    Dear Rinpoche
    Can you please elaborate on your pain problems on the right abdomen. Aside form pain is there any other symptoms, physical signs and problems. Any problems with eating foods and swallowing or regurgitation or burning?
    Is there any reason for the cirrhosis?
    Perhaps the pain and symptoms can be reduced. Aside from pain in the right abdomen is there any pain elsewhere.
    Hope this can help.

  20. THOMAS DAVID CANADA on Dec 20, 2011 at 6:19 am

    I have confidence that Tsem will recover, with medicine and prayers. My best wishes and prayers for his prompt recovery.

  21. Elsie Toy on Dec 1, 2011 at 9:52 am

    Dear Shin, thank you very much for the update. I manage to read it only today. I am extremely sad about Rinpoche’s situation and he went through all these for us. I can understand now and yes I would want to commit myself to full time dharma as soon as I get my stuff settle here. My daughter has agreed to sponsored me a little ( i pray that she honor her words) and the rest I have to find my own ways to sustain myself. I am reciting the prayers everyday and I promised to be good. I hope to see you next week when I am at the lamrim recitation. Is there anything you want me to get from Singapore. Do let me know.

  22. Gosia on Nov 29, 2011 at 6:42 am

    Rinpoche please do not go in to bardo of death. Today I had terrible fight with my co-worker in front of my manager. It was really messy, I was so angry plus I used all sneaky methods only to win fight. You are only one teacher that I have trust in. Without you I will be doomed. Tomorrow I will apologies my college. Rinpoche please stay in samsara for the good all sentient beings. Thanks to your teachings and trust in you, at least I can know them I doing bed thinks and know that I need to fix my mistakes. Love you my Guru!!!

  23. oscar on Nov 27, 2011 at 10:30 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,
    Strong man, get well soon! I know you will and please do take more rest. See you early early at night still blogging for everyone. But I understand that it is for the benefits of everyone. With that I really sincerely wish you well and a longer life with best of health. Take care Rinpoche. We are all behind you!

  24. tsemtulku on Nov 24, 2011 at 10:02 am

    Yesterday got many tests results back. Most is ok news so far. Have more medication to take and have to check in every three months with my doctor. Some of the tests came back exactly as my Chinese doctor has diagnosed and told me weeks ago. Yesterday’s tests were very comprehensive. Much more blood tests were done also at one of the best hospitals in the region.

    Today I will be going for a colon scope to see for any colon polyps, tumors, etc. Now I am fasting and taking a special liquid to clear the colon before the test. I will be put under sedation. Simulatneously will be doing a endoscope today also to be sure. Every organ in my abdominal region will be thoroughly checked to account for the intense pain experienced weeks ago.

    I saw three Western trained doctors in the last week and their diagnosis contradicts eachother. Both are top in their fields as specialists. But the second doctor is much more thorough, with much more comprehensive tests and explains things clearer. The second doctor match what my Chinese Doctor says. We all felt more confident with the second doctor.

    Well let’s go for the test today and see how. Tsem Rinpoche

    • Lawrence on Nov 27, 2011 at 4:26 pm

      Thank you and please keep us informed. Your health condition is very importantat for us.

  25. tsemtulku on Nov 22, 2011 at 5:31 pm

    November 22, 2011-Went for a whole bunch of tests today at hospital. We started at around 10 Am till 5pm. Exhausted from all the tests, blood, liver, CT, MRI, etc….have to go to see doctor again tomorrow.

    I am grateful to my Chinese Traditional Doctor who discovered something was wrong in the first place to prompt me for further tests. If he never said anything, I would never have gone.

    Let’s see what the doctors here will say tomorrow with the results of the test coming out. Tsem Rinpoche

  26. terri on Nov 18, 2011 at 10:03 am

    I am so sorry Rinpoche. Please forgive us for being bad students, please stay with us.

  27. Mercedes on Nov 18, 2011 at 5:52 am

    Dear Rinpoche, Every time I read about your condition,my heart and stomach twist inside of me.I don’t want to sound selfish but I don’t want to accept this. I want to believe and I know that you are going to get better and be happy and healthy and live in your mountain cottage as you always wanted and with many loving pets that you adore.Always thinking of you to your fast recovery and sending positive messages to the universe that you are getting better.Much love to you from the bottom of my heart and blessings of health and happiness.

  28. tenzin llhamo on Nov 17, 2011 at 10:38 am

    Dearest Rinpoche, we pray for your speedy recovery and we rejoice that Rinpoche is reversing the illness. Rinpoche please rest well.

  29. a visitor on Nov 17, 2011 at 9:54 am

    Discourse to Girimananda Thera (Girimananda Sutta[1])

    Thus have I heard [rewritten from the book of protection]:

    On one occasion the Blessed One was living near Savatthi at Jetavana at the monastery of Anathapindika. Now at that time, the Venerable Girimananda was afflicted with a disease, was suffering therefrom, and was gravely ill. Thereupon the Venerable Ananda approached the Buddha and having saluted him sat beside him. So seated the Venerable Ananda said this to the Blessed One:

    “Bhante (Venerable Sir,) the Venerable Girimananda is afflicted with disease, is suffering therefrom, and is gravely ill. It were well, bhante, if the Blessed One would visit the Venerable Girimananda out of compassion for him.” (Thereupon the Buddha said):

    “Should you, Ananda, visit the monk Girimananda and recite to him the ten contemplations, then that monk Girimananda having heard them, will be immediately cured of his disease.

    “What are the ten?
    Contemplation of impermanence.
    Contemplation of anatta (absence of a permanent self or soul). Contemplation of foulness (asubha).
    Contemplation of disadvantage (danger).
    Contemplation of abandonment.
    Contemplation of detachment.
    Contemplation of cessation.
    Contemplation of distaste for the whole world.
    Contemplation of impermanence of all component things.
    Mindfulness of in-breathing and out-breathing.

    i. “And what, Ananda, is contemplation of impermanence? Herein, Ananda, a monk having gone to the forest or to the foot of a tree or to an empty house (lonely place) contemplates thus: ‘Matter (visible objects) is impermanent; feeling or sensation is impermanent; perception is impermanent; formations are impermanent; consciousness is impermanent. Thus he dwells contemplating impermanence in these five aggregates.’ This, Ananda, is called contemplation of impermanence.

    ii. “And what Ananda is contemplation of anatta? Herein, Ananda, a monk having gone to the forest or to the foot of a tree or to a lonely place contemplates thus: ‘The eye is not the self; visible objects are not the self; the ear is not the self; sounds are not the self; the nose is not the self; smells are not the self; the tongue is not the self; tastes are not the self; the body is not the self; bodily contacts (tangible objects) are not the self; the mind is not the self; mental objects are not the self.’ Thus he dwells contemplating not self in these internal and external bases. This, Ananda, is called contemplation of anatta.

    iii. “And what, Ananda, is contemplation of foulness? Herein, Ananda, a monk contemplates this body upwards from the soles of the feet, downwards from the top of the hair, enclosed in skin, as being full of many impurities. In this body there are head-hairs, body-hairs, nails, teeth, skin, flesh, sinews, bones, marrow, kidneys, heart, liver, pleura, spleen, lungs, intestines, intestinal tract, stomach, feces, bile, phlegm, pus, blood, sweat, fat, tears, grease, saliva, nasal mucous, synovium (oil lubricating the joints), and urine. Thus he dwells contemplating foulness in this body. This, Ananda, is called contemplation of foulness.

    iv. “What, Ananda, is contemplation of disadvantage (danger)? Herein, Ananda, a monk having gone to the forest, or to the foot of a tree, or to a lonely place, contemplates thus: ‘Many are the sufferings, many are the disadvantages (dangers) of this body since diverse diseases are engendered in this body, such as the following: Eye-disease, ear-disease, nose-disease, tongue-disease, body-disease, headache, mumps, mouth-disease, tooth-ache, cough, asthma, catarrh, heart-burn, fever, stomach ailment, fainting, dysentry, swelling, gripes, leprosy, boils, scrofula, consumption, epilepsy, ringworm, itch, eruption, tetter, pustule, plethora, diabetes, piles, cancer, fistula, and diseases originating from bile, from phlegm, from wind, from conflict of the humors, from changes of weather, from adverse condition (faulty deportment), from devices (practiced by others), from kamma-vipaka (results of kamma); and cold, heat, hunger, thirst, excrement, and urine.’ Thus he dwells contemplating disadvantage (danger) in this body. This Ananda, is called contemplation of disadvantage (danger).

    v. “And what, Ananda, is contemplation of abandonment? Herein, Ananda, a monk does not tolerate a thought of sensual desire that has arisen in him, dispels it, makes an end of it, and annihilates it. He does not tolerate a thought of ill-will that has arisen in him, but abandons, dispels it, makes an end of it, and annihilates it. He does not tolerate a thought of cruelty that has arisen in him but abandons it, dispels it, makes an end of it, and annihilates it. He does not tolerate evil, unprofitable states that arise in him from time to time, but abandons them, dispels them, makes an end of them, and annihilates them. This, Ananda, is called contemplation of abandonment.

    vi. “And what, Ananda, is contemplation of detachment? Herein, Ananda, a monk having gone to the forest, or to the foot of a tree, or to a lonely place, contemplates thus: ‘This is peaceful, this is sublime, namely, the stilling of all conditioned things, the giving up of all substratum of becoming, the extinction of craving, detachment, Nibbana.’ This, Ananda, is called contemplation of detachment.

    vii. “And what, Ananda, is contemplation of cessation? Herein, Ananda, a monk having gone to the forest, or to the foot of a tree, or to a lonely place, contemplates thus: ‘This is peaceful, this is sublime, namely, the stilling of all component things, the extinction of craving, cessation, Nibbana.’ This, Ananda, is called contemplation of cessation.

    viii. “And what, Ananda, is contemplation of distaste for the whole world? Herein, Ananda, (a monk) by abandoning any concern and clinging to this world, by abandoning mental prejudices, wrong beliefs, and latent tendencies concerning this world, by not grasping them, but by giving them up, becomes detached. This, Ananda, Is called contemplation of distaste for the whole world.

    ix. “And what, Ananda, is contemplation of impermanence of all component things? Herein, Ananda, a monk is wearied, humiliated, and disgusted with all conditioned things. This, Ananda, is called contemplation of impermanence of all component things.

    x. “And what, Ananda, is mindfulness of in-breathing and out-breathing? Herein, Ananda, a monk having gone to the forest, or to the foot of a tree, or to a lonely place, sits down, having folded his legs crosswise, keeping the body erect, and his mindfulness alive, mindful he breathes in, mindful he breathes out.

    “When he is breathing in a long breath, he knows: ‘I am breathing in a long breath’; when he is breathing out a long breath, he knows: ‘I am breathing out a long breath’; when he is breathing in a short breath, he knows: ‘I am breathing in a short breath’; when he is breathing out a short breath, he knows: ‘I am breathing out a short breath.’ ‘Conscious of the entire process[2] I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself. ‘Conscious of the entire process I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Calming the entire process, I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘calming the entire process I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Experiencing rapture, I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘experiencing rapture, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Experiencing bliss, I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘experiencing bliss, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Experiencing the mental formations (feeling and perception), I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘experiencing the mental formations, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Calming the mental formations, I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘calming the mental formations, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Experiencing the mind (according to the fourfold absorptions, or jhanas), I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘experiencing the mind, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Exceedingly gladdening the mind (by samatha, calming, as well as by vipassana, insight), I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘exceedingly gladdening the mind, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Concentrating the mind (on the breath), I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; concentrating the mind I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “‘Liberating the mind (from the nivaranas, or hindrances), I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself, ‘liberating the mind I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself; ‘contemplating impermanence (in body, feelings, perceptions, volitional formations, consciousness), I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘contemplating impermanence, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself; ‘contemplating detachment, I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘contemplating detachment, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself; ‘contemplating cessation, I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself, ‘contemplating cessation, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself; ‘contemplating abandonment, I shall breathe in,’ thus he trains himself; ‘contemplating abandonment, I shall breathe out,’ thus he trains himself.

    “This, Ananda, is called mindfulness of in-breathing and out-breathing. If, Ananda, you visit the monk Girimananda and recite to him these ten contemplations, then that monk, Girimananda, having heard them, will be immediately cured of his affliction.”

    Thereupon the Venerable Ananda, having learned these ten contemplations from the Blessed One, visited the Venerable Girimananda, and recited to him the ten contemplations. When the Venerable Girimananda had heard them, his affliction was immediately cured. He recovered from that affliction, and thus disappeared the affliction of the Venerable Girimananda.

    May you find the way to real peace and happiness and the end of suffering for your self with ease!

    _()_

  30. David Yeshe Green on Nov 17, 2011 at 3:09 am

    Rinpoche. Some years ago you gave teachings on the Fire Sword of Black Garuda. I shall perform this, the Threefold Wrathful One and Medicine Buddha dedicated to your recovery.

    I have been inspired to collect together all information available on Garuda. It may interest you to see that I have included loinks to your own precious commentary: http://www.bluegaruda.com

    May you live long.

    maitri

    Yeshe

    _/\_

  31. Sean Wang on Nov 16, 2011 at 10:48 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    This is very sad news. I hope Rinpoche will get well soon. I will dedicate my prayers to Rinpoche. This sickness manifesting is partly due to me not doing much towards benefiting others. I will work harder to make Kechara grow. I promise to do everything that Rinpoche tells me to do. I am very sorry for everything I did not do well because it adds to the load of Rinpoche’s sickness. I am very sorry. Please get well soon so that many more will benefit due to Rinpoche’s teachings.

    Love,
    Sean

  32. Mercedes on Nov 16, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    I’ve just read this news this morning,and I am deeply sad at knowing this prognosis. Have they mentioned about a possibility of liver transplant? Rinpoche is a person I deeply have a strong respect and love.My prayers and thoughts will be with him and for him every day.It is in my hopes and desire that he will be able to recuperate and live a long healthy life.Many blessings to our Dear Rinpoche from the bottom of my heart,and I truly mean this hambly.

  33. tsemtulku on Nov 16, 2011 at 7:29 am

    For over a year now, around my liver area, I feel a large lump inside and also sharp prickly feelings. It felt very uncomfortable in that area, and when you press you gently it has excruciating pain. You can press any other area and I am ok, but that area always feels swollen, uncomfortable and extremely painful. Now I need to get that taken care of.

    My Chinese Traditional doctor has been amazing for treating my migraines this year. I’ve had very bad migraines at least 5 to 6 times a week and I would take cafergot and synflex to curb the intense pain. Through acupuncture, massage and medicines he has prescribed for the last 5 months, I would say my migraines have reduced to once in every two weeks. But the migraines are very light and I don’t have to take medicine anymore. So I am continuing my treatment for this. My doctor is also wonderful in treating flus. I have sent over 20 persons to him with flus and he has done wonders with them they have reported to me. Also I have twisted my ankles or sprained a knee, and his treatments for this has been wonderful. I will not go to any Western trained doctor for sprains, twists, and migraines, Their procedures for ‘healing’ takes a very long time. The Traditional Chinese doctors are best for this. I have recieved so many good results. Acupuncture is really wonderful for sure. I like Chinese Traditional treatment for many problems.

    Currently I am having him treat three other persons for intense migraines through acupuncture. One is showing good results already and she has reduced taking Panadol to nil as opposed to prior to treatments, she had migraines daily and popped Panadols daily….. The other two has just started treatments. Tsem Rinpoche

    • Doreen Teoh on Nov 16, 2011 at 6:56 pm

      Dear Rinpoche,
      I am glad that Rinpoche is in good hands of the Chinese traditional doctor. Take much care, and hope to see you and listen to your live teachings.

  34. Liz Fields on Nov 15, 2011 at 12:24 pm

    I am so sad to learn the news, every dharma talk he gives I learn something and apply it to me life (as I am sure a lot of his students do). I will do medicine buddha mantras and Shamatha meditation and dedicate the merits to him.

    Tadyata: Om Bekandze Bekandze Maha Bekandze
    Radza Samunggate Soha!

  35. Janice on Nov 15, 2011 at 10:02 am

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Even though I’m not one of your student, neither have we ever met, I pray for your long life and to continue to benefit living beings in these times. Thank you for teaching the Dharma through your blog and youtube. My dad and I have heard some of these teachings and have had some profound effect in our lives.

    “The best offering we can offer to our Guru is our spiritual practice…” this news of your illness reminds me once again on the preciousness of our human life and to realize how fortunate to have a Guru still alive for us to make offerings to. I am reminded not to waste my time and do more for my own Guru. Thank you for your teachings and please continue to live for a long long time.

  36. tsemtulku on Nov 14, 2011 at 8:54 pm

    Dear Everyone,

    It is amazing my Chinese Traditional Doctor found the problem. If it was not for him, no one would have known the problem at all. I would even know I have to go for further scans and tests.

    I will be going for extensive tests soon at the insistence of my Chinese Tradtitional doctor. This is what he recommended from the first diagnosis from day one when he discovered the problem. He said he can detect the problem, and also help to mitigate, but I have to go to hospital to actually cure it. His medicines and treatment has helped me so much.

    I thank everyone for their concerns and care.

    Extensive huge pujas are being done for me in the Monasteries also. I have recieved get well messages from monks, high lamas, friends, and students from all around the world. And I thank everyone for their care.

    I will get further treatment. Much humility, Tsem Rinpoche

    • Lawrence on Nov 14, 2011 at 9:21 pm

      I have no words to express my gratitude to You! You helped me to become a vegetarian, You taught me how important is perseverance. You have given me first altar. You have given me almost everything that matters to a life for Dharma.

      Thank You!
      I wish you good health!

    • Jeffrey on Nov 15, 2011 at 5:19 pm

      Dearest Rinpoche,

      I wish Rinpoche a speedy recovery. Hope Rinpoche will get well soon! I’ve given up meat because of your teachings, I’ve given up smoking because of your teachings.

      Thank you for your teachings Rinpoche.

      Much Gratitude,
      Jeffrey Gan

  37. Arnaud Pontacq on Nov 11, 2011 at 1:17 am

    Dearest Rinpoche, it is said that before going to Parinirvana, one person could have asked Buddha Shakyamuni to stay in this world, never to go away, never to die. And then He would have stayed forever. But this person failed to ask. That is why the Buddha Shakyamuni went into Parinirvana.
    Could you please stay forever Dearest Rinpoche ?
    Please do.
    Please stay forever Dearest Rinpoche.
    Please stay with us all forever Dearest Rinpoche because none of the ones who you guide so carefully and who love you so much want to see you go away. Not at all.
    Thank you so much Dearest Rinpoche.

  38. […] 克切拉世界和平中心 诞辰原本是个开心的日子,不过仁波切宣布了本身身患重病,只剩下一年到三年的时间而已。是我们无法累积足够的功德,所以这么早就失去上师?一个上师的显现,是为了利益众生,只要那里有需要佛法他就出现在那里;一个上师的离开可能就意味着他已经无法继续传授佛陀的教诲了,因为所教导的都没有被好好实践。 真正损失的是我们。由于我们累世的业障无法及时消除,就变成阻碍我们继续接受佛法的障碍。错不在上师,错在弟子。上师是开出治疗我们疾病的药方(佛法),但是我们没有按照要求服药(实践佛法),也就无法痊愈。 […]

  39. Elizabeth Lewis on Nov 6, 2011 at 1:39 am

    Dear Tsem Tulku – la,
    Your inspirational teachings will be sorely missed if you leave this realm at so young an age.Please seek out a liver transplant. This will give the donor merit and yourself the opportunity to change the lives of many more people.
    With much love and respect

  40. Arnaud Pontacq on Nov 5, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    Hello Dearest Rinpoche.
    Would you like, if I can send it to you properly, that I send you a book about the clay and how to heal a lot of problem using clay written by a french writer, or not ? Maybe it could be useful as it is a remedy to a lot of ailments. For example, when I came back from Morocco more than 20 years ago, my Dearest mother healed me from a hepatitis.
    Please be well soon Dearest Rinpoche !

    Thank you so much Dearest Rinpoche !

  41. Sofi on Nov 5, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    Dearest Rinpoche,

    I am very sad that you have to suffer our bad kharma and have such a short time left with us. Upon reflection on my mother’s recent death, I’ve realised that with the death of both parents, I have to finally grow up and take responsibility totally. No more safety blanket to fall back on if I get into whatever kind of trouble. So I guess that is also part of the reason why Rinpoche manifested this condition. So now all Kecharians and those who believe in Rinpoche need to really start being responsible for our own mind transformation and not always think Rinpoche is there to “save” us from our mistakes. Only then can we gain the collective merits for Rinpoche’s vision to manifest, ie. KWPC, which will attract tremedous number of visitors and to plant some imprint in them. In turn, I truly hope that Rinpoche will have the wish to stay with us longer, to continue turning the wheel of dharma for others who have not had the opportunity to learn of Buddha’s wisdom. From the online responses, it is apparent that Rinpoche had blessed many lives with his modern approach to teaching. With the realisation of Rinpoche’s impermanent life, I hope that Rinpoche will bless us all with the extension of his life. A Living Buddha amidst us will truly be treasured with great joy.

  42. aerocalifornia on Nov 5, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    Dear Rinpche,
    For hep B, I found The following drugs “Baraclude” and “Viread” are very effective. Taken 3 to 6 months, they bring the liver inflamation down, virus count to almost not detectable level. Also taking 3 pills of Now Liver Detoxifier and Regenerator herbs a day which contain milk thistle a nd other herbs. Work great to detox liver and heal it too. You can get this from Amazon.com. A monthly blood test with full liver panel test is a must to track its progress. Hope this help and wish you a quick recovery.

  43. aerocalifornia on Nov 5, 2011 at 2:55 pm

    Dear Rinpoche, for Hep B liver desease, the following medication Barclude and Viread have proven that they works for me and others. They brought liver inflamation down, after 3 to 6 months virus count down to almost normal, undetectable level. Monthly blood test is a must with full liver panel blood test. No alcohol drinking, maintain a good excercise schedule and have a healthy diet. Also taking daily 3 pills of NOW Liver detoxifier and Regenator pills which contains Milk Thistles and other herbs that really help the liver to detox and heal. You can get this from Amazon.com. Hope this helps and wish you a quick recovery.

  44. elizabeth hurwitz on Nov 3, 2011 at 6:27 am

    Dear Rinpoche,
    My whole family is saddened to hear that you are not well and is dedicating merit towards your full recovery. Your great kindness and generousity towards me, a little person who has never met you, is deeply appreciated. Please let me know if there is any way I can be of help to you. You are in my heart.
    With all respect and good wishes,
    Elizabeth Hurwitz
    Ann Arbor, MI

  45. Lawrence on Nov 2, 2011 at 10:25 pm

    namo bhagavate bhaiṣajyaguru
    vaiḍūryaprabharājāya tathāgatāya
    arhate samyaksambuddhāya tadyathā
    oṃ bhaiṣajye bhaiṣajye mahābhaiṣajya samudgate svāhā

  46. dilia on Nov 2, 2011 at 1:10 pm

    Tsem Tulku Riponche, I do really enjoy your teaching, pls take a good rest. Dharma , what a wonderful thing.
    I do believe that you can do get better. Relax, Relax.

  47. stephen on Nov 2, 2011 at 11:40 am

    rinpoche, please do not manifest death and stay with all sentient beings until samsara ceases.

  48. Ian Darwin on Nov 2, 2011 at 9:49 am

    I have been visiting this and Kechara’s site for a few years now. Rinpoche’s teachings are a large reason I have been reading and studying buddhism. I would know nothing of Vajrayogini, who I instantly felt a connection to, if not for your videos. I thank you Rinpoche and will think of you during this difficult time. My Love to you and all Kechera.
    Ian Darwin
    Little Rock AR USA

  49. Ben van Ham on Nov 1, 2011 at 3:59 am

    We live in impermanence. I will recite 50.000 White Tara mantra’s for Tsem Tulku Rinpoche. Ben / Netherlands.

  50. Ben van Ham on Nov 1, 2011 at 2:55 am

    I will recite 50.000 White Tara mantra’s for Khen Rinpoche.

  51. Liz Fields on Nov 1, 2011 at 1:08 am

    I am so sad to hear about Rinpoché, he will always be in my thoughts and prayers. He has taught me so must and i am sad to hear of his condition. Please keep us up to date with his condition.

    Tayata Om Bekanze Bekanze Maha Bekanze Radza Samudgate Soha!!!

  52. P.D. on Oct 31, 2011 at 10:13 pm

    I think that the liver condition of Rinpoche could be because he uses Panadol for many years in some quantities. May he should switch to aspirine!! It is well known that Panadol could affect the liver badly when taken for too long and also in big quantity…

  53. e-va on Oct 30, 2011 at 8:31 am

    Dear Rinpoche or who it may concerned,

    I really care about Rinpoche’s health eventhough I have not seen him in person. Rinpoche has once helped me return to my life in the past.

    Here is my advice to him:-
    I think Rinpoche should go for body scans/ proper diagnosis before Dr Jiang is able to be sure of what is happening inside his body without any actual medical evidence.

    I am a Malaysian chinese with a medical background,in fact i’m working as an injury management advisor. I love studying about tradional chineese medicince but honestly speaking, not all medical condition is sufficient with chinese medicine. Especially with diagnosis of cancer, one needs to undergo medical scans in order to conclude medical diagnosis.

    I agree with Dr Jiang’s diet therapy but I think Rinpoche needs to see an Oncologist for proper diagnosis. In the end, it is up to him to decide whether he wants to continue his traditional chinese medicine or western medicine( chemotherapy etc.)

    Just like Steve Jobs, apparently, he could have gone for early stage treatment which is to undergo surgery to remove the tumour in his liver before it began to enlarge and spread to other parts of body. However, Steve went to seek traditional medicine, and his condition worsened till to terminal stage.

    I agree with Martin Bosnev’s comment,and I think his advise is for Rinpoche’s benefit.I feel the blog’s reply to the comment was personal and rude! I hope everyone here can think in a rational way.

    I will pray for you.

    Take care Rinpoche,
    E-va

    • ANI TENZIN CHIME on Oct 30, 2011 at 1:05 pm

      AWESOME

  54. Ethan Chu on Oct 30, 2011 at 1:51 am

    It is definitely a sad sad news to hear that Rinpoche is diagnosed with a fatal illness. And so many wish unfulfilled but to date, he uses his life to accomplish so much that we can not do single handed. It started with just Rinpoche himself, in a foreign land. Through his hard work and determination, we are so lucky to have a huge, comfortable place called Kechara to learn the dharma.

    Not to mention his online presence, how many people over the internet has gotten benefit, inspired, thankful and changed their life because of his great style of teachings and compassion work.

    I am very fortunate to take refuge in this very life of this great master. Rinpoche is enduring a lot of pain, pain that we can’t imagine. He has undergone so many tests and treatment from both western and chinese doctor. To date, Dr Jiang is such a great doctor. Without him, we won’t even find out Rinpoche’s illness in time even so many tests had been conducted.

    Dr Jiang is monitoring closely at Rinpoche’s condition and so far the treatment has been good and the Ladrang is looking closely at Rinpoche’s diet and well being.

    If you have learn the dharma in some ways, practice it. If you have get in touch with his great teachings, share it. Share this blog with your friends. It is not the end but a great beginning. Because of Rinpoche, we did something meaningful in our lives. And we are striving to build Kechara World Peace Center in this very life!

    Get involved with us, support us in anyway you can. Spread the teachings far and wide. Let’s work together to bring this to others.

    Kechara World Peace Center is not a dream, it is a reality.

    http://www.kechara.com/peace-centre/

    • ANI TENZIN CHIME on Oct 30, 2011 at 2:15 am

      What beautiful words for us to hear. Now you speak the words of a Buddha. Rinpoche knows us all and knows our selfish grasping at his skirts. Just love him and wait without pressurizing him to be well…He either will or He wont and we are not to know this. Make him laugh. Gentle his human form. Hold him and stroke his head and form with beautiful oils and he will be fine…one way or the other.

  55. ANI TENZIN CHIME on Oct 29, 2011 at 12:11 pm

    Whichever way this manifests through Rinpoche we will benefit, and he will keep laughing at us! He is safe which ever way it goes…
    The only sadness I feel for HIM is that awful diet! Oh dear one…BIG HUG

  56. Seon on Oct 29, 2011 at 4:23 am

    Dear Guru Tsem Tulku Rinpoche,

    Half of me felt very sad about your current situation, another half of me felt relieved that at least you have very loyal and capable Kecharians to take care of you.

    Your teachings has always been very concise, honest and funny. It is quite difficult to find such a teacher. I would like to say thank you from the bottom of my heart.

    I notice that this news has instigated a “heated” debate. I believe that all of us are just very concern about Guru Tsem Tulku Rinpoche health.

  57. Anthony Hawboldt on Oct 28, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    Dear Rinpoche, please feel better soon. You do amazing work for all the people of this planet.
    I have one question, … I have no Dharma centre in my town for me to go to. How can I formally, and properly, undertake the path of Dharma?

    Best Wishes,
    Anthony, from Canada

    • wanwaimeng on Oct 29, 2011 at 2:08 pm

      Dear Anthony,
      There are a lot of materials on Rinpoche’s teachings on youtube, on the blog, books by KMP or other kechara related websites one can start there. One core study subject we have is the Lamrim that gives us a very solid foundation to start off with. In act many of rinpoche’s teachings are based on the lamrim just the presentation and the words used suit the contemporary crowd more.

      if we do not have any daily meditations the the Guru Yoga of Lama Tsongkhapa is perfect for any beginner. Do contact me on mail@tsemaldrang.com if you have further queries. thank you.
      best wishes
      wai meng

  58. Matthew on Oct 28, 2011 at 9:31 am

    Rinpoche please stay with us for a very long time!
    Although i have never met Rinpoche in person, I have learned very much from Rinpoche through his online dharma talks, and this is where I first started formally learning about Buddhism 5 years ago.
    I will dedicate my practices to your long life for the benefit of all sentient beings.
    om tare tuttare ture soha

  59. Ethan Chu on Oct 28, 2011 at 2:43 am

    It is very sad to have known that Rinpoche has a fatal illness and myself see it with my own eyes that how much pain Rinpoche has to endure. Rinpoche has lived his life none other than spreading dharma and benefiting others. His teachings and talks attracted thousands of attendees let alone his online presence. How fortunate we are to have encounter such a great teacher!

    Due to our lack of understanding, ignorance and attachments. we have come to this stage. So do we give up now? Do we run away? Or are we so scare that we lost faith in dharma?

    Or should we do something about it? What would you do when someone in your life has benefited you tremendously? Will you repay his kindness? Of course you would. I guess it is high time that we truly practice dharma. Through our effort in dharma, we can make a change in prolonging Rinpoche’s life. And we clearly know there are things to be done. we can make a difference! In our guru’s life and in someone else’s life. That’s the beauty of dharma!

    However, Dr Jiang has been a wonderful doctor by treating Rinpoche. Rinpoche has seen many doctors but with Dr Jiang, he was the one who discover the illness and the treatment has been good. Instead of sitting and feeling sorrow, i think we should feel very blessed to have find a perfect guru and practice true dharma. With people work together, together we can strive to achieve something big in life -KWPC!

    Let’s work together to achieve that! Contribute in any way you could!

    http://www.kechara.com/peace-centre/

  60. Andy on Oct 27, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    Dear Rinpoche, Is sad to read what is written in this post. But come to reality we just have to know about it. Thank you Rinpoche for letting us know of your condition, so that silly like me can improve myself before is too late. With folded hand Rinpoche I want to thank you for what great beneifit you have bring to me and others, therefore I humbly request Rinpoche to live longer not just to benefit others but for me “silly” to be part of your wish which is to benefit others.

  61. Tenzin on Oct 27, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    An evaluation by western medicine would certainly be appropriate/mandatory I would think. (State of the art medical care needed)Rinpoche will be in my prayers. I first learned about Rinpoche with the passing of Geshe la Gyeltsen. I am shocked and saddened upon reading tonight about his illness. I hope he is able to get the best medical treatment. Om Mani Padme Hum. Om Mani Padme Hum. Om Mani Padme Hum.

    • jeanai on Oct 28, 2011 at 2:57 pm

      Hi Tenzin, Rinpoche has been evaluated by Western medicine but all of the tests did not find anything wrong. When Dr Jiang checked Rinpoche however, he found that Rinpoche had a liver condition. But yes, Rinpoche will be evaluated by the Western tradition of medicine to reconfirm the diagnosis made by Dr Jiang 🙂

      • P.D. on Oct 28, 2011 at 7:53 pm

        Halebudaya !!! : ))))

      • ANI TENZIN CHIME on Oct 29, 2011 at 4:54 pm

        Brilliant!

  62. Uncle Eddie on Oct 27, 2011 at 3:38 pm

    In view of the seriousness of the degeneration of Rinpoche’s sickness, we all should adhere to and follow whatever directives and instruction of our Tsem Ladrang. With Tsem Ladrang’s long experiences and nuturing of Rinpoche’s sickness, we should be awared that they are of full understanding and control of the gravity of Rinpoche’s medical conditions. We are confident that they will be able to make a more realistical decision on how best to treat our guru’s health. Thus, whatever method,way and avenues of treatments would be done with full understanding of the gravity of Rinpoche’s medical conditions, and obviously at the best of their ability. May Tsem Rinpoche’s vision of KWPC be realised soonest possible to benefit all sentient beings! OM mani padme hum.

  63. a student on Oct 27, 2011 at 12:23 pm

    i read through all the replies and i am very happy that Rinpoche have an experience doctor taking care of his health needs. What we all can do now is to do our daily puja and dedicate it to our guru. We have to transfer the merits to Rinpoche and may he live longer and be with us. Teach us and guide us

  64. Tsem Ladrang on Oct 27, 2011 at 5:44 am

    Dear friends,

    Thank you for your concern regarding H.E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche’s health. It is encouraging to see that so many people care deeply enough to offer suggestions towards improving Rinpoche’s health.

    The Ladrang wishes to address some of the discussion that has taken place regarding Rinpoche’s diagnosis and treatment.

    Rinpoche was diagnosed by Dr Jiang, who is a qualified practitioner with decades of experience in a medical tradition that developed over thousands of years. He is Rinpoche’s personal doctor, and has successfully treated Rinpoche and his students for many ailments that could not be treated by Western medication. For example, Rinpoche suffered from severe migraines for many years, which could not be diagnosed or successfully treated using Western medical recommendations. It was not until Dr Jiang treated Rinpoche, that the migraines lessened considerably in both frequency and intensity.

    Rinpoche goes for regular medical check-ups, and has recently undergone an extensive health screening. This screening included all tests recommended by Western doctors, and the results showed there were no medical problems; that is, none of the tests detected anything wrong.

    Thus the Ladrang are grateful to Dr Jiang, who has been very beneficial for Rinpoche’s health. If it were not for his care, Rinpoche’s present condition would not have been diagnosed. Alongside this care, Dr Jiang’s treatment is also complemented by a closely monitored diet that is managed by close students who have been with Rinpoche for many years.

    Please be assured that the Ladrang fully understands the gravity of Rinpoche’s medical condition, and is exploring all avenues of treatment, both Western and Eastern. We wish to make as unbiased and informed a decision as possible with regards to our lama’s health.

    We ask that you please respect Rinpoche and the Ladrang’s decision to stick with Dr Jiang’s prognosis, as it accurately matches with both Rinpoche’s current experience of his condition, and the Ladrang’s experience of Dr Jiang’s treatments. Thank you everyone for your interest and concern in Rinpoche’s health.

    Thank you,
    Tsem Ladrang

  65. Ethan Hoo on Oct 27, 2011 at 12:12 am

    Dear Rinpoche,

    I hope you’ll be able to recover soon. I know time and life are very precious. My sincere wish for KPWC to manifest swiftly and Rinpoche to have long life and good health.

    I chance upon some articles today of a local herb that is able to reduce inflammation of liver and as an anti-cancer remedy. The name of the plant is Drooping Clinacanthus. It was reported in newspaper few months ago, someone in Taiping was diagnosed with stage IV lymphoma. He used the herbs and after 13 days, his doctor told him the tumors have disappeared.

    Here are some links regarding Drooping Clinacanthus (local name Sabah Snake Grass / Belalai Gajah / 忧遁草):
    http://www.youduncao.com/
    http://www.kwongwah.com.my/news/2011/07/21/25.html
    http://www.mylongkang.com/2011/06/16/traditional-herbal-treatment/
    http://www.zysj.com.cn/zhongyaocai/yaocai_q/qingjian.html
    http://www.yikpohling.com.my/h_youhealth_b4.html

    I wish for Rinpoche’s long life and good health. I know a lot of people have and will benefit from your dharma works.

    Much love,
    Ethan Hoo.

  66. Koh Hee Peng on Oct 26, 2011 at 9:43 pm

    I am sad not because H.E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche has only 1 – 3 years left to be with us. I am sad because most likely I would not have the merits to meet H.E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche again for many, many eons of lives should H.E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche passes away within the next 1 – 3 years.

    H.E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche would continue to take rebirth to benefit all sentient beings. As for me, who is constantly under the subjugation of my own selfishness, has no control over my own rebirth that is subjected to the karma that I have collected since beginingness of time.

    May I have the will, determination and courage to transform myself and dedicate all my efforts to the success of Kechara World Peace Center and to the longetivity of H.E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche.

    May H.E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche not abandon us, continue to turn the wheel of dharma, has no obstacles to his dharma works, and be surrounded by sound and enthusiastic students.

    May H.E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche’s vision of Kechara World Peace Center be realised as swiftly as possible, benefiting all sentient beings from all directions.

  67. freon on Oct 26, 2011 at 6:06 pm

    I think , to be able to encourage our Guru to stay, or exciting to stay or feel more meaningful to keep on staying, is to transform our self and to made things happen!

  68. Kathryn on Oct 26, 2011 at 5:11 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    I am also very grateful for all that you have selflessly shared with sangha near and far. I wholeheartedly agree with Martin…Please if you have not done so already, seek an Allopathic diagnosis as well. Kechara and the world need you!! Burdock root is a powerful purifier…Thank you!

  69. Angel SH Ooi on Oct 26, 2011 at 3:25 pm

    It’s very sad to read about Rinpoche’s health condition from Dr Jiang. But it’s even sad that we took it for granted, chose not to listen and trust Rinpoche when He told us directly few years ago about His sickness….

    Rinpoche’s compassion, patience and care for His students and all sentient beings are endless and immeasurable! And because of these, Rinpoche has taken up and absorbed most of our bad karma for some of His students….

    As per Shin’s message, we the students of Rinpoche should listen to His advices and follow and put into practice all the way…it will contribute to Rinpoche’s health condition and extend Rinpoche’s life.

    May KWPC’s land work permit manifests soon, it will also contribute to Rinpoche’s long life.

  70. luize on Oct 26, 2011 at 12:32 pm

    Is sad to hear this, i hope you will heal and won’t have to go through any pain.

  71. May on Oct 26, 2011 at 12:17 pm

    HE Tsem Rinpoche’s wish to be fulfilled is for the government of Malaysia to approve the building permit for Kechara World Peace Centre (that’s my guess here) for he wishes to be in the forest and mountains soon before his illness manifest further.

    With the approval of the building licence for KWPC to manifest, it will prolong Tsem Rinpoche’s life to remain here to continue to turn the wheel of dharma in Malaysia and benefit many many more around the world.

    If there is anyone out there who can really help HE Tsem Rinpoche, like all Kecharians do, please lend a helping hand if we wish for Tsem Rinpoche to remain for many more years to come.

    • Aik Seng on Oct 26, 2011 at 6:48 pm

      OMG, Rinpoche has been telling the whole world of his wish all these 19 years and u r still “guessing” as to what needs to be done at his dying hours. Why still give the (false) impression that no one is sure KWPC is his mission and objective and only act now when it is too late? I think Kechara Committee owes all members and most of all HE Tsem Tulku Rinpoche an explanation before he goes.Get real – asking for anyone out there to take over the responsibility is not the solution but just passing the buck.

      • Jean Mei on Oct 26, 2011 at 10:32 pm

        Dear Aik Seng,

        As one of the youngest full-timers in Kechara, I understand all the above that you have kindly pointed out.

        However, being in Kechara, I see it for my own eyes how many people have given up their high-paying secular jobs to be part of something that they believe in. This is (but not limited to) the following:

        1. To help spread the Dharma.
        2. Develop their spiritual practice.
        3. To be part of the team that realizes Rinpoche’s goal, KWPC.

        One of the reasons why I joined full-time was to be part of this team. For wherever they lack, may I be able to fill that void. For wherever and whatever they are strong in, may I be able to support them.

        So, I put it to you, will you be part of the solution for all the problems that you perceive?

        If so, how?
        And if so, when?

        As Rinpoche has said in his published book, “If Not Now, When?”

        Lets work together and not criticize one another without any actions to back up our words. 🙂

        • Aik Seng on Oct 27, 2011 at 1:59 am

          Just read Rinpoche’s blog ‘What I Am Writing Now’ about how his own views if on the subject matter and then tell me if you are not biased in your view. I am just stating the fact by asking a question as to why ppl are “guessing’ what Kechara’s objectives are and you went off in a tangent to take it as a critism. I have all the evidence to back up my words but you are only your deluded mind to make your naive view. Don’t be too cock sure of yourself and come to ppl’s defense so readily and blindly. You have much to learn in your wisdom

          • joey wong on Oct 27, 2011 at 8:42 am

            It’s easy and fun to criticize and comment from the sidelines right? everyone else is smaller than you when you’re high up on a mountain. Jean Mei is a very sincere assistant of Rinpoche and what she says has genuine backing. You on the other hand make disrespectful comments on Rinpoche’s blog and attack people close to him. If you were to say this when you’re already a full time worker in Kechara, perhaps i would take your view more seriously but if you dont even know Kechara and you make such comments based on something you read, dont you think your comments apply to yourself rather to on Jean Mei?

            Please be respectful to people who can do what we cannot: supporting and helping Rinpoche’s causes directly instead of barking and criticizing from a distance. And please respect others and especially yourself by not criticizing Rinpoche’s students on Rinpoche’s blog. Which Guru likes to see unfounded criticism towards his students?

  72. Ann Lachman on Oct 26, 2011 at 8:49 am

    Rinpoche- Don’t lose heart! You always say it to us! Don’t lose heart! The world needs you. Be patient with your students. Cut back – dont spill so many beans! Let them dig it out for themselves. They can. the ones who will, will. — But i understand if thats not your way…but i wish you would not burn it up so fast. PLEASE STAY. Love ,Ann

  73. Ash Ng on Oct 26, 2011 at 4:26 am

    Dear root guru, it’s with sadness to hear about Your condition, do take good care of Your health and please kindly follow the advise from Your trusted physician and have the necessary diet to improve Your condition. KWPC is Rinpoche’s wish to benefit future generations, just like Ganden Monastary built six centuries ago which produces countless erudite masters whom have saved many beings. I beseech my root guru to stay longer so that more sentient beings may benefit from Your selfless compassionate Dharma works and to produce more of such great masters just like You in the future. Rinpoche, please stay…

  74. Zla’od on Oct 26, 2011 at 12:46 am

    I agree with the poster who urged Rinpoche to see a medical doctor trained in “Western” “allopathic” scientific medicine–i.e. not a Chinese herbalist (or any other kind of witch doctor). Some say Steve Jobs died because he wasted time with alternative health nostrums, when his cancer was treatable with conventional medicine. Best wishes and sympathy in any case.

  75. Springflower on Oct 26, 2011 at 12:22 am

    Hi Shin Tan,

    You have said that Seaweed will help.

    My neighbour sometimes ago has mentioned to me Cottonii Seaweed from Sabah/Sarawak.

    I have not made any purchase from them. But if this will help, I will go check it out and offer them to Rinpoche.

    When is has been decided that this type of seaweed will help Rinpoche, please kindly let me know and I will do what is required.

    • Shin Tan on Oct 28, 2011 at 1:27 am

      Dear Springflower,
      Please contact me via email: shin(at)tsemladrang.com or private message on Facebook at facebook.com/shintan

      Thank you for your help.

  76. Springflower on Oct 25, 2011 at 11:50 pm

    What a blog to put on on an auspicious day. Rinpoche has always had different view point – He said that his days are short and that it is liberating to know this.

    It is a question that I can never understand – why some good people tend to have shorter life span. I may have to convince myself that that is because of the accumulations of bad karma that they have so willingly taken onto themselves from others.

    Yesterday was the first time I saw Rinpoche with my own eyes, not through Youtube, not picture. I had to constantly hold my tears when I watched those videos being played – the animal liberation and the introduction of 4 pastors on the screen.

    It was a even more blessed time when I saw Rinpoche coming into the hall. How blessed I am.

    I cannot explain why, but I felt very touched, for the works that Kencharians have done and the dedication of Rinpoche.

    I could feel through Rinpoche’s speech that he was not feeling well. The energy was not there. But still, as usual, he attended the ceremony despite his personal difficulties.

    I believe that something can SURELY be done for this, through alternative medical treatment (either/both through Western or Chinese medicine), transformation and puja.

    A kind hearted person SHOULD live long.

    If Kecharians can share with us what are required as part of the treatment process – such as support on medical fees, search for special medicines – I believe that with the wide network, solutions can be found.

    My dear Tsem Tulku Rinpoche, please kindly live long.

    With tears in my eyes and folded hands.

  77. Roland on Oct 25, 2011 at 10:34 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Hope you can start your fasting program to heal your body. Start with few days then increase the number of days. You have many good doctors and people around you which will help you to success in your fasting program. You know very well what fasting is for, they help remove a lot of toxin from the body. once the toxin out from body system, the organ will start to heal and take care themselves.

    We know you can heal your body if you want, please try fasting program to kick start to heal your body. I know you can success in your fasting program.

    Avoid sugar, they are bad. especially Coke. Watch this video of Sugar is bad. There are more video on youtube too. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBnniua6-oM

    You cant start slowly with juice fasting for few days, then increase the day. Another way is to start one-day fasting during weekend. Many people try this because of their work in weekday.

    rest well and be happy.

    Take Care.

    • Martin Bosnev on Oct 26, 2011 at 12:43 am

      Sugar is not bad at all because it helps the body to detox! The best form of fasting is juicing not full hunger because if it is full hunger the liver can’t work at all because is going blocked. The liver needs sugars to detox !!!

      • firefly on Oct 27, 2011 at 2:06 am

        sugar helps to detox!? you got to be joking? what kind of sugar are u referring to… refined sugar?

        • P.D. on Oct 27, 2011 at 2:21 am

          yes, refined sugar too! The liver cells work with the help of sugar. If there is no sugar they must start breaking proteins for energy(glucose) and this takes a lot of energy from them. In the process they produce a lot of toxins and this makes their work hard…

        • P.D. on Oct 27, 2011 at 2:25 am

          firefly, you got to be brain-washed with “knowledge” :))

  78. Jesline Woon on Oct 25, 2011 at 8:58 pm

    I am really sad to hear about Rinpoche’s health status. I would like to offer a kind of wood name Huang Niu Mu 黄牛木 / Cratoxylum cochinchinense to Rinpoche. The root of this tree is one of the important ingredient to do cancer research. I understand from Chinese Physician that this root can cure liver cancer. It is rather hard to find and by chance my husband got some of it few weeks ago.
    When i read about Rinpoche’s health, it reminded me of this root which my husband just mentioned to me few weeks ago. You may ask around with some chinese physician. If Rinpoche would like to have it, I sincerely offer it from the bottom of my heart.

    God Bless My Dear Rinpoche.

  79. Louise Lee on Oct 25, 2011 at 6:19 pm

    看完了这篇博文,就像被重重的打了一击! 像从前妈妈离开我时那么的痛! 眼泪我不能自控的流!

    仁波切,请求您好好的照顾身体!我很恩惠,能够跟随您!谢谢您一路来,无微不至的照顾与爱护!

    我一定会经我所能好好努力!

  80. vc on Oct 25, 2011 at 5:56 pm

    May Buddha bless rinpoche so that he will quickly recover.take more rest.

  81. BRIAN on Oct 25, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    Agree with Martin – please go to a hospital and get a second opinion western diagnosis. Your gift for communicating the Dharma should not leave this plane of existence lightly nor earlier than it should. Please Rinpoche – go see doctor. Insyallah, it might only be a kidney stone, especially if all you eat is soy. Would explain the gout too.

  82. Lisa on Oct 25, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    We all should go all the way doin our very very very best to transform ourself. ACTION should be the precise word.
    We should not be sad…if we want him to have stable and good health and live longer we must TRANSFORM!!!!!!

    But i still very sad to hear that!!! attachment!!!!

    • wanwaimeng on Oct 25, 2011 at 10:13 pm

      @Lisa You have hit it on the nail. We all need to transform to be less selfish and give up on our selfish mind more and more.

      Medicine can only do so much, of course it is essential to get the right diagnosis.

      But we need more spiritual energy in the form of transformation. Transform to becoming less selfish. We need to push ourselves and do more. For some of the people overseas some have been asked to make websites of Lama Tsongkhapa or Kechara/Rinpoche related ones in various languages not to benefit Kechara and Lama only but so that other people in other countries can benefit from the teachings. I am sure some others were asked to start study groups etc etc…
      Going vegetarian is also a form of giving up our selfish attachment of taste and attachment to flesh and blood for consumption.

      Well Why is transformation necessary? Well if we stay the same level as we are we will not be able to get more teachings or higher teachings, hence the lama cannot teach more. If the Lama cannot teach more then he might find it more beneficial or accomplish more to be in another place or another life.

      Rinpoche has been saying to us many years now, that his life is short. I do not think he will say it to distress so many of his students. Whats needed now is the inner KWPC, people must have inner transformations, and if more and more people have that inner transformation it can create the cause for KWPC to manifest.

      I’ve always thought rinpoche’s message to us during the land blessing couple of years back was , never say you can’t do more or I can do it. My gf’s mum found rinpoche’s talk yesterday was about having the confidence to do dharma no matter what happens, I though that was very profound hearing that realization from her.

      Time is running out, if we want to benefit many people we have to start right this moment, right NOW. If NOT NOW when?

  83. Jace Chong on Oct 25, 2011 at 2:00 pm

    With so much pain to endure, Rinpoche was still able to come Kechara House last night, give impressive talk and ordain the 4 pastors. It’s absolutely shame for me not be able to handle a few stress. Again and again, Rinpoche proves us that when we are doing something to benefit others, it doesnt matter how much we suffer. I sincerely thanks Rinpoche of what you teach us through your body, speech and mind.

    I remember Rinpoche did a video to Lama Zopa when he was having stroke. The life of a Guru is mostly on the hand of His students. The inner puja surely have to be done as firm as possible. I really want to go for it, not only for Rinpoche long life, it’s also to benefit others as well.

    With all little merits I gain every single day, I dedicate to Rinpoche long life and good health. May the real KWPC manifest very soon with everybody in Kechara has a inner KWPC in them. May the pain Rinpoche endure would get lessen by us doing more.

    Thanks Rinpoche.

  84. Chris on Oct 25, 2011 at 12:25 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    This is from someone who never met you but who benefited greatly from the teachings you made available on Youtube. Dear Rinpoche, plese, please go and see a qualified Western physician. It is too early for you to demonstrate impermanence. There are thousands and thousands of people you can benefit with your teachings.

    Whatever little merit I have, I dedicate it entirely to Tsem Rinpoche’s good health and long life. By the blessings of the Triple Jewels, may all Tsem Rinpoche’s life obstacles be experienced by me instead; may whatever good health I was supposed to enjoy in this life be experienced by Tsem Rinpoche instead.

  85. Kelvin Yong on Oct 25, 2011 at 9:10 am

    Rinpoche, we have much to learn from you on top of what you have already taught us. We are all requesting you to stay and spread Dharma in a even more extensive way.
    We will act fast and swift for KWPC to manifest thus prolonging your precious precious life.
    May we all share your pains in your abdomen and hope that helps even a little bit.

  86. Emilio Lopue, Jr. on Oct 25, 2011 at 8:30 am

    Rinpoche, please allow me to take in all the sufferings and all the pains you are suffering now and will be suffering in the future. May you experience NO pain at all. Please live long for the Dharma.

  87. john on Oct 25, 2011 at 6:09 am

    Dearest Rinpoche

    I don’t know what to say, so sad from my side to possibly be losing my Guru so soon, so sad from Rinpoches side for the pain, both physical and of not seeing all your plans and students realise their potential.

    I ask that Rinpoche gets checked out by a liver specialist too, much can be done if things are caught early enough. I mean no disrespect to Dr. Jiang.

    Mostly i want Rinpoche to be happy and not suffer.

    With tears in my eyes,

    John

  88. Raluca Anghel on Oct 25, 2011 at 5:57 am

    This can not be true!!!! Must be a joke!! and a bad one!!!if not, go in the mountains!

  89. Steve Tobias on Oct 25, 2011 at 5:08 am

    This is really terrible news.

    I agree with Martin that there should be a full analysis and different opinions.

    The time is now to either 1) pretend and look the other way, feel sorry, or 2) to act. I will quit drinking for at least 1 month and double dharma study for Rinpoche’s health.

    • James Long on Oct 28, 2011 at 5:32 pm

      Dear Steve,

      It is very nice of you to do more Dharma to dedicate to Rinpoche’s health, our transformation will extend Rinpoche’s life as there is a purpose for him to stay.

      Dr Jiang is a qualified TCM doctor. Rinpoche used to have very bad migraine constantly for many years and been taking many Western medicine to control it but still does not help much, but after getting treatment from Dr Jiang with Chinese accupunture and herbs, Rinpoche’s migraine getting less and rarely Rinpoche has migraine.

      I personally getting treatment from Dr jiang as well, I would say my health become better and I do not need to rely on pills so much anymore which in long run is good news.

      I wish you all the best and let’s support each other to grow in Dharma.

      Much care

      • Steve Tobias on Oct 30, 2011 at 8:51 am

        Thank you, James. I’m glad to hear how effective Dr. Jiang’s treatments are. I did not intend to criticize Chinese medicine, of course. It would be pretty awkward for a white American who practices Tibetan Buddhism and meditation, instead of taking pills, to think Western medicine has all the answers haha : )

        Take care

  90. Lawrence on Oct 25, 2011 at 1:48 am

    Venerable Tara, may you cause the lifespan and merit of Tsem Tulku and all sentient beings throughout space to increase and grow!

    Please extend His life :
    Please pacify disease and evil spirits :
    Please purify all negativity and obscuration :
    Please cause Him to swiftly gain supreme and common attainment!

    Having well realized all of the holy Dharma,
    The ocean of Sutra and Tantra,
    May He always strive
    To instruct others and uphold the victory banner
    Of proper practice until samsara is emtied!

  91. Dana Lloyd Thomas on Oct 25, 2011 at 1:42 am

    Please get well Rinpoche
    Tadyatha om bekandze bekandze maha bekandze radza samudgate svaha

  92. Martin Bosnev on Oct 25, 2011 at 12:43 am

    P.S.dear Shin Tan it is crucial that a medical doctor defines the exact reason behind the Rinpoche’s condition because if it is hepatitis or poisoning it can be cured fully with western medicine!!!

    that is my last note on the topic.

    Thank you

    • Wendyyyho on Oct 28, 2011 at 4:10 am

      Dear Martin,

      Western medicine does have its contribution to mankind. However, it is also a fact that there are many casualties in western medicine.

  93. Sabina on Oct 24, 2011 at 11:37 pm

    Please Rinpoche stay with us!! I love you so much, you are so important in my life, you are my refuge even if I am so far away, biggest part of what I know of Dharma I learned from you. This is such sad news I can’t believe it. I will do my best to put all your teachings into practice and transform, and then dedicate to your health. I do not want that you suffer, and I want that you heal. Please take care, we need you!

  94. danny on Oct 24, 2011 at 10:59 pm

    may the precious gurus of all lineages bless you and heal your pain. may the lord medicine buddha and entourage heals you. may you have long life to propagate buddha dharma to all sentient beings. om amarani dziwentiye soha. om bekanze bekanze maha bekanze radza samudgate soha. om benza sato hung. om tare tutare ture mama ayu punye jnana putrim kuru soha.

  95. Jim Riches on Oct 24, 2011 at 10:50 pm

    Rinpoche, we all love you, and we are all praying for your long life and health. Please do not go yet, please remain

    • Oya on Dec 5, 2011 at 12:38 pm

      By the power of the Dharma Protectors, Please Rinpoche remain firmly with us.

  96. Rita on Oct 24, 2011 at 9:29 pm

    Dear Team
    Following Rinpoches blog for a certain time, I have been very grateful for the wealth of information and inputs that came trough this information. Myself, working in the field of energy healing and searched for many years for means to create good foundations to be healthy, here my urgent advice, that might help to give good care: Dr. Andreas Moritz is a well known health practitioner advicing the very benefits of the Amazing Liver and Gallbladder Flush, see following link of website:
    http://www.ener-chi.com/index.htm
    The experience and information of Dr. Moritz are very precious and vast collection of most useful information on all aspects of health. One of the key elements is to reestablish a sound working metabolism, through a repeated series of these Liver Flushes. There is a very explicit little book describing how it works. And remain at your disposal for any further information.
    I wish the very best for Rinpoche and the whole Team for as much support and care as all possible.
    With much love, Rita

  97. firefly on Oct 24, 2011 at 9:15 pm

    i think it is most important now for the sangha to quickly get together and do purification ceremonies to amend their samaya with the Guru and to purify all broken samayas and disharmony among themselves. Please also seek advice from other great masters as to what kind of prayers to perform for the Guru. Most importantly, sangha should fulfill the wishes of Guru and maintain harmony.

  98. Ks on Oct 24, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    This is so so sad… Happening to a great teacher and person..

  99. Martin Bosnev on Oct 24, 2011 at 8:12 pm

    Official letter to Tsem Ladrang regarding the health condition of H.E.Tsem Tulku Rinpoche
    Dear Rinpoche,
    With all respect to the traditional medicines, what dr. Jiang is saying IS NOT a legitimate diagnosis or prognosis in western medical terms and that’s why IT IS NOT enough to determine the exact and necessary treatment of Rinpoche. What is clear is that Rinpoche has a problem with his liver OR gall bladder and this must be addressed with official medicine to determine the exact credible diagnosis. Without proper diagnosis THERE COULD NOT BE ANY PROGNOSIS !
    Regarding the diagnosis You must:
    1.Do a real medical check up with a compulsory ultrasound scan of your liver, gall bladder and the spleen must be checked also !!!
    2.Make clinical analysis of your blood for(blood analysis):
    “Must” tests include: (GOT; ASAT), (GPT; ALAT ), GT (GGT), ( Alkaline Phosphatase ), (Acide Phosphatase), CRP (C-reactive protein), HbsAg, anti-HCV
    Cholesterol Profile: Total Cholesterol, HDL-Cholesterol, LDL-Cholesterol, Triglycerides,
    WITHOUT THIS TESTS you can’t make ANY credible diagnosis!!!
    There are many people who don’t like Rinpoche so if the diagnosis is not clear I would also recommend a full toxicological analysis.
    With my best regards,
    Martin Bosnev (Physiotherapist)

    • Wendyyyho on Oct 28, 2011 at 3:58 am

      Dear Martin,

      Dr Jiang is a qualified Chinese medical doctor who has been practising for about 20 years. He has treated Rinpoche and many people in Kechara with positive results. Rinpoche used to suffer severe migraines in the past and since Dr Jiang’s treatment, Rinpoche’s migraine has reduced by 80%. Results speak for itself. I myself have personally been treated by Dr Jiang and I must say all the treatments he has given me had positive results.

      You do not know Dr Jiang at all and you have not personally experienced his treatment. On what basis are you saying that Dr Jiang’s diagnosis is not legitimate? Just because it does not use the methods of western medicine, does it make Chinese medicine any less effective? From track record, Chinese medical doctors have healed many illnesses where western medicine has failed. Your comment on Dr Jiang’s diagnosis is without valid basis.

      As for your recommendation that Rinpoche take a toxicology analysis, I think it is absolutely unnecessary as Rinpoche is served and well protected by students who completely loyal to him. This you can be rest assured.

      • andrew hibberd on Nov 2, 2011 at 3:50 pm

        rinpoche be the best you can be it is my hope each one of us can be the best we can be thank you so much and have a nice rebirth it will be cool we may even see you again in our lifetime
        migranes live in the mind only
        the owner of the migrane has the answer not the doctor

      • Loki on Nov 16, 2011 at 7:14 pm

        It hardly matters–if only the Chinese doctor can see the disease, then it’s not very likely to exist, is it? In all probability, after three years, everybody’s favorite drama queen will still be here throwing bitch-fits. (Remember, you heard it here first.)

    • Dana Lloyd Thomas on Nov 1, 2011 at 2:57 am

      Dear Martin, the sincere concern you express is probably shared by others. But perhaps a highly advanced practitioner like Rinpoche can understand what he should and should not do… While this is not the place for a debate about Western vs. Traditional medical treatment (Traditional Chinese Medicine has been officially recognised by the World Health Organisation for many years) I can confirm that there have been excellent results for serious liver condition, backed by clinical analysis, acheived thanks to Tibetan and Chinese Traditional Medicine.
      Best regards to Rinpoche and to all friends of Kechara.

  100. E on Oct 24, 2011 at 8:00 pm

    tadyatha om bekandze bekandze maha bekandze radza samudgate svaha

  101. Lawrence on Oct 24, 2011 at 6:28 pm

    I am very sad to hear this news. I just can not believe it. But, what I received from HIM help me to hold my head straight up and look forward with confidence. Thank You my Guru!

    • mima on Oct 31, 2011 at 1:57 am

      I just read the news and I am deeply deeply moved. I will do prayers and asked to all to send healing prayers to Rinpoche!

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  • Samfoonheei
    Tuesday, Nov 26. 2024 03:00 PM
    Due to the Dorje Shugden controversy many practitioners are still oppressed due to their choice of religion. Yet there are complaisant, and obliging people too who barely understand the situation, poorly informed of the issue and behave in a way they knew what’s going on regarding the ban on Dorje Shugden. There are many good bits of wisdom and worthy words in this article. Well-intentioned people make mistakes, lots of them. Mistakes must be expected and being held accountable for. Oppression will still exist no matter how compassionate sharing with others. If we are willing to risk making mistakes we can still do something. We must constantly try to find out ways to use our privilege to push forward the voice of the oppressed. Do not allow ourselves to be immobilized by lack of knowledge.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Sarah for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/inspiration-worthy-words/ten-counterproductive-behaviors-of-well-intentioned-people.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Tuesday, Nov 26. 2024 02:58 PM
    Inspiring read of Scott Neeson a most influential person in the movie industry,walked away from Hollywood to start a charity. Left everything he had built,been famous, wealthy and living a life of luxury for the sake of those children living in the slump in Cambodia. He decided to leave Hollywood behind and moved to Cambodia and founded Cambodian Children’s Fund . It was on a trip to Phnom Penh, Scott saw hundreds of children and their families living and working on the Steung Meanchey garbage dump, one of the most toxic environments. It was a moment that changed his life, helping thousands of vulnerable children and their families escape a world of forced labour, child trafficking and desperate poverty into safety and independence. From being a self-serving person, to an extremely giving person truly inspiring. Scott has been living in Phnom Penh where his journey still captivates, inspires and bewilders people from all over the world.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this inspiring post

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/current-affairs/from-hollywood-to-landfills.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Tuesday, Nov 26. 2024 02:56 PM
    Vairochana Shugden, pacifying form of Dorje Shugden is revered by many for his ability to purify one’s negative karma, pacify natural disasters and calamities. And is especially efficacious for overcoming illness and disease as well. Shize or Vairochana Shugden is the emanation of Dorje Shugden who embodies the enlightened activity of pacification. Shize’s practice is very effective in helping us to receive prophecies or develop clairvoyance. Shize’s practice is excellent for calming ourselves down and increasing our merits. His practice results in our minds becoming much happier and being alleviated from depressions. Wow we can also rely on Shize’s practice to overcome serious illnesses. It can also be engaged where the area, there are a lot of natural disasters. On the whole its practice has many benefits. When we do the practice correctly, with good motivation, Shize will bless and guide us.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this great teachings on Shize who is a direct emanation of Dorje Shugden who is none other than the enlightened Manjushri.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/downloads/shize-a-practice-for-healing-and-long-life.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Tuesday, Nov 26. 2024 02:55 PM
    Interesting article. I never thought meditation can help oneself quit smoking without consumption of medication or drugs. According to an article in The Buddhist Review, not smoking is a result of developing calm and reducing clinging through authentic Dharma practice. Mindfulness-based interventions can help people learn to pay attention to and work with negative feelings, cravings, and other symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. By focusing on our breathing the mind becomes calm and single-pointed. Many are aware of the health risks and addictive properties of nicotine that are harmful. Buddhism is very effective to inspire transformation in people. Good read of how a Yale psychiatrist bringing together neuroscience and Buddhist practices to help people overcome their addictions. Thank you Dr. Judson for the great research work.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/current-affairs/quit-smoking-with-buddhist-way.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Tuesday, Nov 26. 2024 02:52 PM
    Trode-khangsar a 400 year old Dorje Shugden Temple in Lhasa, had me having great memories. Having a privileged to visit it in May 2019,with my Dharma brothers and sisters. It such a Holy Temple with great stories behind it . Located in Lhasa, that is over 300 years old which is dedicated to the controversial protector deity Dorje Shugden. The Temple is a Gelugpa monastery of Tibetan Buddhism, built in the 17th century by the Fifth Dalai Lama. The Great 5th Dalai Lama composed a praise to Dorje Shugden and created a statue to honour and recognize him as a Dharma protector as apology. Trode Khangsar itself is now registered as a national heritage memorial. That’s awesome as more and more people will get to know about this Holy temple. Merely by looking at those fading murals and Holy statutes is a blessing for all who came to visit this Trode-khangsar. A place worth visiting.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/dorje-shugden/trode-khangsar-a-400-year-old-dorje-shugden-chapel-in-lhasa.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Wednesday, Nov 20. 2024 04:02 PM
    The concept of rebirth has a long association with Buddhism. Rebirth in Buddhism refers to the teaching that the actions of a sentient being lead to a new existence after death, in an endless cycle called saṃsāra. One will begins a new life in a new body that may be human, animal or spiritual depending on the moral quality of the previous life’s actions. What they are reborn as depends on their actions in their previous life rather kamma. As a Buddhist we should believe in rebirth but still many people don’t . Buddha taught us that choices of rebirth make a difference and can shape many lifetimes. Buddhists believe that nothing that exists is permanent and everything will ultimately cease to be. There is a belief in rebirth
    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this profound article.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/the-importance-of-rebirth.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Wednesday, Nov 20. 2024 03:59 PM
    Against the odds two inspiring nuns fought all the way to become ordained, fighting for their rights to practice Buddhism . Interesting read of how they went through , bringing equality for women in Thailand. Buddhism is the predominant religion in Thailand. Officially, only men can become monks and novices in Thailand under a Buddhist order. The country does not recognize female monks or novices. In recent years, more Thai Buddhist women seeking to become full-fledged female monks, have been defying the tradition getting ordained overseas, in Sri Lanka or India. Buddhist women have been fighting for years for equality and social acceptance in Thailand. They just can’t be ordained by Thai monks. Ven. Dhammananda, 68 year old former university lecturer and activist became Thailand’s first Theravadin bhikkhuni after going the odds. Inspiring read biography on Ven. Dhammananda and Ven. Dr. Lee. They had gone through great hardships, discrimination and against the many odds in bringing equality to women in Buddhism in Thailand.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this great inspiration post.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/thailands-renegade-yet-powerful-buddhist-nuns.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Wednesday, Nov 20. 2024 03:57 PM
    The unseen things are spiritual realities that are eternal and invisible to our physical eye. There are many forces and phenomena that are not visible to the naked eye. There are many things that humans cannot see yet there are some could see. For what is can be seen is only. Things do exist even we can’t see, believing their existence is our choice. Things that we can’t see in the world opens up a curiosity and exploration by some. Whether through scientific inquiry, or spiritual exploration, the pursuit of knowledge about the unseen can lead to profound insights about ourselves and the universe.
    Malacca City is the historic capital of the coastal state of Malacca, in Malaysia serving as a link between east and west for over 500 years. Famous for breath-taking sights with rich heritage, ancient dark culture and history with many old centuries buildings with an interesting past and a colourful ghost story. For that reason alone it is worth visiting as is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site owing to its well-preserved historical center. There’s many historical mansions been passed down generation to generations and with many ghostly sighting by the locals and visitors. There’s the reason many unseen beings loitering and attached to these places. Such an interesting and incredibly creepy watching the video in this blog host by Li Kim. Li Kim had done a great work all along with her team to share with readers about our historic Malacca .
    Thank you Rinpoche and Li Kim for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/paranormal/unseen-unspoken.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Wednesday, Nov 20. 2024 03:56 PM
    The concept of rebirth has a long association with Buddhism. Rebirth in Buddhism refers to the teaching that the actions of a sentient being lead to a new existence after death, in an endless cycle called saṃsāra. One will begins a new life in a new body that may be human, animal or spiritual depending on the moral quality of the previous life’s actions. What they are reborn as depends on their actions in their previous life rather kamma. As a Buddhist we should believe in rebirth but still many people don’t . Buddha taught us that choices of rebirth make a difference and can shape many lifetimes. Buddhists believe that nothing that exists is permanent and everything will ultimately cease to be. There is a belief in rebirth
    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this profound article.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/12-little-known-law-of-karma-that-will-change-your-life.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Thursday, Nov 14. 2024 11:37 AM
    Revisit this post again , watching the rare video footage of Dorje Shugden oracles. Awesome ,we are so fortunate to watch this incredible video, where extraordinary footage of Tsem Rinpoche self-arising as the all-powerful Buddha Yamantaka. Its was during Rinpoche’s visit to Tibet in 2009.
    Thank you Rinpoche with folded hands.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/dorje-shugden/never-seen-before-footage-of-dorje-shugden-oracles.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Thursday, Nov 14. 2024 11:35 AM
    Vajrayogini symbolizes the wisdom of all enlightened beings and embodies the impulse of inspiration that drives the Buddhas to attain the perfect enlightenment. Vajrayogini is one of the most effective practices for people today. We can make offerings such as gold or jewel offerings and so on. The offering of gold helps us to collect merits, spiritual attainments, gain a deeper connection to Vajrayogini. It also creates the causes to attain a Buddha’s body.
    Make Offerings to Vajrayogini in Kechara Forest Retreat at Bentong is such an meritorious way for us to collect merits. All thanks to our Guru having conceptualised the idea of having a statue of Vajrayogini for everyone . Recitation of Vajrayogini mantra can be a powerful tool for self-transformation, healing and liberation from samsara.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing with details explanation .

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/kechara-13-depts/make-offerings-to-vajrayogini-in-kechara-forest-retreat.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Thursday, Nov 14. 2024 11:31 AM
    Thank you, Rinpoche for sharing this insightful article. Life is short, and if we enjoy every moment of every day, then we will be happy no matter what happens or what changes along the way.What ever matter to us at the time of death is nothing. In the end, it’s not the years in our life that count it’s what you leave behind that matters. A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again.Death is the golden key that opens the palace of eternity. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time. Learning Dharma and practicing dharma is the our choice that’s matter. Some of the key points to take notes, read, study the Lam Rim and apply it, engage in Sadhana daily and consistently. No one will help us at the moment of death but ourselves. Spiritual practicing is the best choice.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/last-moment.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Thursday, Nov 14. 2024 11:29 AM
    Well the size of Buddha statues in Tibetan Buddhism is important because it represents the Buddha’s immense ability and vast knowledge. Hence the Buddha statues hold the symbol of satisfaction within, peace and happiness. They are a symbol of inspiration for every human being. When we focus on the Buddha statues, it gives us inner peace that our mind, our heart and our soul gets enlightened.
    We have are so fortunate seeing and circumambulating where the 9-foot Dorje Shugden statue and with 500 mantra stones engraved with Dorje Shugden’s sacred mantra. As Rinpoche had said before the bigger and more Buddha statues helps in planting seeds of enlightenment in people’s mind-streams. It also help us to generate as much merit and purify as much karma as possible. Merely by seeing all those big statues at Kechara Forest Retreat is a blessing.
    Thank you Rinpoche.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/kechara-13-depts/bigger-and-more-buddha-statues-makes-a-difference.html
  • Samfoonheei
    Thursday, Nov 14. 2024 11:27 AM
    The 4th Tagpu Pemavajra Jampel Tenpai Ngodrub, most commonly known as Tagpu Dorje Chang, was a highly accomplished yogi Highly attained lama who had many authentic visions of the Buddhas and even travel astrally to receive direct teachings from them. His recognised line of incarnations stem all the way back to the 14th Century. He is generally regarded as such amongst Gelug lineage holders. He spent most of his time in a hermitage located above Sera Monastery, gave teachings and transmitted many vital practices and lineages to his foremost student Kyabje Pabongka Rinpoche. Besides receiving the complete instructions of Dorje Shugden’s practice, Tagpu Dorje Chang had many other mystical experiences throughout his lifetime. Interesting read biography of a highly accomplished mahasiddha lama.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this great sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/guest-contributors/biography-the-4th-tagphu-pemavajra-jampel-tenpai-ngodrub.html
  • Samfoonheei
    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

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Dharmapalas are not exclusive to Tibetan culture and their practice is widespread throughout the Buddhist world - https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/?p=193645
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One of our adorable Kechara Forest Retreat's doggies, Tara, happy and safe, and enjoying herself in front of Wisdom Hall which has been decorated for Chinese New Year
Fragrant organic Thai basil harvested from our very own Kechara Forest Retreat farm!
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Fragrant organic Thai basil harvested from our very own Kechara Forest Retreat farm!
On behalf of our Puja House team, Pastor Tat Ming receives food and drinks from Rinpoche. Rinpoche wanted to make sure the hardworking Puja House team are always taken care of.
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On behalf of our Puja House team, Pastor Tat Ming receives food and drinks from Rinpoche. Rinpoche wanted to make sure the hardworking Puja House team are always taken care of.
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By the time I heard about Luang Phor Thong, he was already very old, in his late 80s. When I heard about him, I immediately wanted to go and pay my respects to him. - http://bit.ly/LuangPhorThong
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Kechara Forest Retreat is preparing for the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations. This is our holy Vajra Yogini stupa which is now surrounded by beautiful lanterns organised by our students.
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One of the most recent harvests from our Kechara Forest Retreat land. It was grown free of chemicals and pesticides, wonderful!
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Third picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal. Height: 33ft (10m)
Second picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
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Second picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal. Height: 33ft (10m)
First picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
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First picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal. Height: 33ft (10m)
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At Kechara Forest Retreat land we have nice fresh spinach growing free of chemicals and pesticides. Yes!
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Beginner’s Introduction to Dorje Shugden~Very good overview https://bit.ly/2QQNfYv
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Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha.
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Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha.
Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha. She was his step-mother and aunt. Buddha\'s mother had passed away at his birth so he was raised by Gotami.
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Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha. She was his step-mother and aunt. Buddha's mother had passed away at his birth so he was raised by Gotami.
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Another nun disciple of Lord Buddha's. She had achieved great spiritual abilities and high attainments. She would be a proper object of refuge. This image of the eminent bhikkhuni (nun) disciple of the Buddha, Uppalavanna Theri.
Wandering Ascetic Painting by Nirdesha Munasinghe
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Wandering Ascetic Painting by Nirdesha Munasinghe
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High Sri Lankan monks visit Kechara to bless our land, temple, Buddha and Dorje Shugden images. They were very kind-see pictures- https://bit.ly/2HQie2M
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First Sri Lankan Buddhist temple opened in Dubai!!!
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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
After you left me Mumu, I was alone. I have no family or kin. You were my family. I can\'t stop thinking of you and I can\'t forget you. My bond and connection with you is so strong. I wish you were by my side. Tsem Rinpoche
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After you left me Mumu, I was alone. I have no family or kin. You were my family. I can't stop thinking of you and I can't forget you. My bond and connection with you is so strong. I wish you were by my side. Tsem Rinpoche
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Part 2-Beautiful billboard in Malaysia of a powerful Tibetan hero whose life serves as a great inspiration- https://bit.ly/2UltNE4
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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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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The Mystical land of Shambhala is finally ready for everyone to feast their eyes and be blessed. A beautiful post with information, art work, history, spirituality and a beautiful book composed by His Holiness the 6th Panchen Rinpoche. ~ https://bit.ly/309MHBi
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Beautiful pictures of the huge Buddha in Longkou Nanshan- https://bit.ly/2LsBxVb
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The reason-Very interesting thought- https://bit.ly/2V7VT5r
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NEW Bigfoot cafe in Malaysia! Food is delicious!- https://bit.ly/2VxdGau
DON\'T MISS THIS!~How brave Bonnie survived by living with a herd of deer~ https://bit.ly/2Lre2eY
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DON'T MISS THIS!~How brave Bonnie survived by living with a herd of deer~ https://bit.ly/2Lre2eY
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Global Superpower China Will Cut Meat Consumption by 50%! Very interesting, find out more- https://bit.ly/2V1sJFh
You can download this beautiful Egyptian style Dorje Shugden Free- https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
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You can download this beautiful Egyptian style Dorje Shugden Free- https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
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Beautiful high file for print of Lord Manjushri. May you be blessed- https://bit.ly/2V8mwZe
Mongolian (Oymiakon) Shaman in Siberia, Russia. That is his real outfit he wears. Very unique. TR
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Mongolian (Oymiakon) Shaman in Siberia, Russia. That is his real outfit he wears. Very unique. TR
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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
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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
7 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
7 months ago
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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