10,000 Mongolians receive Dorje Shugden!

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On December 11, 2016 His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferred Yamantaka initiation and Dorje Shugden sogtae (life entrustment). 10,000 ordained monks and lay people attended this auspicious occasion held at the Buyant Ukhaa Sports Complex in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

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His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferring Yamantaka and Dorje Shugden initiation on 10,000 people

This Dorje Shugden life entrustment ritual is very interesting. Traditionally, the sogtae can only be conferred to three people at a time. When I was living in Thubten Dhargye Ling, I had the great merits to receive this commitment from His Holiness Kyabje Zong Rinpoche. We received it in the traditional manner, three people at a time, and each ‘session’ taking around 30 minutes. Because there were so many people who wished to receive sogtae, Kyabje Zong Rinpoche compassionately conferred the Protector practice all day long until it was late at night. It was around 10 to 11pm when His Holiness finally finished.

During the sogtae conferment ritual, the lama generates himself as the yidam to forge a spiritual bond between the practitioner and Dorje Shugden. Then the initiate swears to take Dorje Shugden as their Protector until they attain bodhicitta. And likewise, Dorje Shugden is sworn to protect the initiate until they have achieved bodhicitta, whether it’s in this life or in future ones. Why until they receive bodhicitta is because then the practitioner does not require the assistance of a Dharma protector anymore. At that point, they have become a high-level bodhisattva themselves and in fact, they gain the ability to protect other sentient beings.

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Buyant Ukhaa Sports Complex in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia where His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferred Dorje Shugden initiation to 10,000 people.

So, after the initiation, the practitioner is given a ‘heart’ crystal (lado) and a chakra (sogkhor) which were consecrated during the sogtae ceremony. They are given as a blessing and reminder of the initiate’s commitments to Dorje Shugden, and also as a symbol of Dorje Shugden’s promise to protect them. And since this is an initiation, there are commitments associated with receiving the sogtae, just like how there would be for any other initiation into a deity’s practice.

Upon receiving sogtae, the practitioner commits to performing a Dorje Shugden dakhang which is a monthly puja. Sometimes they may be travelling, or they anticipate they will be busy at that particular time or they are in a location that is not convenient to do the puja. In that case, to fulfill their commitment, they can perform the puja ahead of time (whilst visualising that it is their monthly commitment being fulfilled). Or they can request the monasteries to perform the dakhang on their behalf. Then they can consider that their commitment for that month is fulfilled.

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10,000 fortunate Mongolians receiving Yamantaka and Dorje Shugden initiation from His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche

So after this weekend, now 10,000 Mongolians will be protected by Dorje Shugden until they achieve enlightenment. Below are some wonderful images and videos that were sent to me which I wish to share with you all. As you know, I am half-Mongolian from my birth mother’s side and was raised in a Kalmyk-Mongol family so I do feel some connection to this side of my background and culture. I am very happy to see the people of Mongolia receiving Dharma which is their Buddhist heritage. His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche is of course qualified to confer the initiations, having completed the necessary retreats (you can read his short biography below which I have included for you). I rejoice in Zava Damdin Rinpoche’s works and offer my prayers that his Dharma activities continue to grow. May many, many more benefit. I wish very much that Zava Damdin Rinpoche will live a very long life and be healthy. He inspires so many around the world with his guru devotion, genuine dharma practice, consistency, bravery and full dedication to bring dharma to others. I hope this Dorje Shugden event will happen yearly and it can reach more people. His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche is truly a high and powerful Mongolian incarnation (tulku). May he bring many more people to the Buddha’s teachings in beautiful Mongolia. I am very happy to see all this.

My deepest respects,

Tsem Rinpoche

UPDATED December 22, 2016 – we were originally informed that 7,800 people had attended the event, but we were happily updated today that actually over 10,000 attended the sogtae. The article has been updated to reflect this.

 

His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche
confers Dorje Shugden initiation
(Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia)

Or view the video on the server at:
https://video.tsemtulku.com/videos/HisEminenceZavaDamdinRinpoche.mp4

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The set-up for the Dorje Shugden initiation, which includes conferring the Yamantaka practice first as a prerequisite for receiving sogtae.

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The thangka is done in the tradition of Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche, where the domed travelling hat is parted in the middle, allowing us to see Dorje Shugden’s third eye, and he carries a kapala in his left hand.

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10,000 people attended this spectacular, auspicious event

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I rejoice so much that over this weekend, another 7800 over people came under the protection and guidance of Dorje Shugden

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Mongols and Mongolians are by tradition faithful Buddhists, and it is inspiring to see that they continue with their Buddhist heritage on such a large scale.

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As is tradition, sangha sit closest to the stage where His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche sits as he confers Yamantaka and Dorje Shugden initiations on all

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Sangha listening attentively to Zava Damdin Rinpoche while they receive the initiation. In the background, a faithful practitioner offers three prostrations to his tantric guru.

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Old Mongolian faithful practitioners. Buddhism has been a part of Mongolia’s heritage for centuries, since 1578 under the rule of Altan Khan.

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The sports complex is packed with people receiving Dorje Shugden initiation. I rejoice greatly in the spread of Dharma in Mongolia.

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Very nice to see Mongolians young and old coming to receive initiation, and to connect with an enlightened Protector like Dorje Shugden

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On the right is Zava Damdin Rinpoche’s root guru, His Eminence Guru Deva Rinpoche. Zava Damdin Rinpoche is famed for his absolute guru devotion. On Guru Deva Rinpoche’s instructions, Zava Damdin Rinpoche entered a three-year, three-month, three-day Yamantaka retreat. Although Guru Deva Rinpoche entered clear light while he was still in retreat, Zava Damdin Rinpoche did not break his retreat and kept his commitment to his teacher.

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The ‘heart’ crystal (lado) which was distributed to all initiates, as a reminder of Dorje Shugden’s commitment to hold them in his heart until they achieve bodhicitta, and of their commitment to rely on him until then.

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In areas where the Tibetan leadership have little influence, it is clear to see that the practice of Dorje Shugden is very popular. Very exciting.

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His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche, who completed a three-year, three-month, three-day Yamantaka retreat at the instruction of his guru His Eminence Guru Deva Rinpoche.

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Mongols and Mongolians are by tradition faithful Buddhists, and it is inspiring to see that they continue with their Buddhist heritage on such a large scale.

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His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche, who completed a three-year, three-month, three-day Yamantaka retreat at the instruction of his guru His Eminence Guru Deva Rinpoche.

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His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche examines a Dorje Shugden mask. Zava Damdin Rinpoche is very devoted to the practice of Dorje Shugden, and has a lot of faith in this enlightened Protector.

 


 

His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche

Source: www.dorjeshugden.org

ZavaDamdinHis Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche, also known as Luvsandarjaa Lama, is an erudite Mongolian Buddhist master within the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.

Born in 1975, Zava Damdin Rinpoche was recognised in the year 2000 as the reincarnation of one of the greatest Buddhist masters, yogis, healers, scholars and mahasiddhas in Mongolia, Zava Lam Damdin (1867 – 1937), whose birthday is celebrated grandly even until today.

A great scholar, Zava Lam Damdin wrote 16 volumes of philosophic writings which are still used today in many monasteries. He was also greatly respected by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama who mentioned that he made Zava Lam Damdin’s ‘Ninj Chimbiin Dodva‘ and ‘Khorchoenjun‘ texts his reference books.

Zava Damdin Rinpoche joined Amarbayasgalant Monastery when he was 11 years old and studied Buddhist theory. By the time he was 14, he was studying Tibetan and Mongolian languages, writing his own poems and translating works of renowned Lamas of the past.

Zava Damdin Rinpoche is very devoted to Dorje Shugden

Zava Damdin Rinpoche is very devoted to Dorje Shugden

Zava Damdin Rinpoche continues the great legacy of his predecessor in spreading the Buddhadharma. His works are instrumental in reviving Buddhism in Mongolia which suffered a major decline during the communist era. Delgeruun Choira Monastery, the traditional seat of Zava Damdin Rinpoche was established in 1918, and like many monasteries during that time, it was completely destroyed in 1939.

Shortly after his recognition, Zava Damdin Rinpoche together with His Eminence Zasep Rinpoche and a few close students visited Delgeruun Choira Monastery. On his first visit to the area, villagers and nomads wept joyously as they presented Zava Damdin Rinpoche priceless holy relics and belongings of the previous Zava Lam Damdin which they risked their lives to save from the ruins of the monastery.

After ascending his traditional seat in Delgeruun Choira Monastery in 2005, Zava Damdin Rinpoche began reforming religious life there and in other nearby places. His works started to grow as he travelled abroad more frequently in order to turn the wheel of Dharma, as well as establish new monasteries in Mongolia. Today, Delgeruun Choira Monastery has the largest temple in Mongolia.

Zava Damdin Rinpoche blessing a devotee after his long retreat. His hair is long here as he followed the traditional and strict rules of retreat, which includes not cutting one's hair.

Zava Damdin Rinpoche blessing a devotee after his long retreat. His hair is long here as he followed the traditional and strict rules of retreat, which includes not cutting one’s hair.

Zava Damdin Rinpoche is also famous for his absolute Guru devotion to his teacher, His Eminence Sokpu Rinpoche (Guru Deva Rinpoche). Out of the blue one day, Sokpu Rinpoche instructed Zava Damdin Rinpoche to enter into a three-year, three-month, three-day Yamantaka retreat. Although he did not have much time to prepare for the retreat, due to his deep commitment and unshakable Guru devotion, Zava Damdin Rinpoche successfully  completed his retreat under the harshest conditions in the Gobi desert, where temperatures can drop to -40 degrees Celsius.

Although Sokpu Rinpoche entered clear light while Zava Damdin Rinpoche was in retreat and many monks left the monastery, Zava Damdin Rinpoche with great discipline and devotion continued his practice as instructed by his late teacher. This is not an act that many people can endure in this generation.

Today, Zava Damdin Rinpoche, among the new generation of eminent young lamas, is a celebrity in Mongolia. His intense religious discipline has given him an uncommon spiritual qualification in Mongolia, and he is often a regular conversation topic on Mongolian news channels and talk shows.

 


 

The Mongolian flag

The Mongolian flag

Mongolia on the world map

Mongolia on the world map

Mongolia is known for her incredible scenery, steppes, plateaus and mountains

Mongolia is known for her incredible scenery, steppes, plateaus and mountains

The immense grasslands of Mongolia have led the nomadic tribes to become highly skilled on horseback. They are world-famous for their equestrian prowess and their eagle-hunting abilities.

The immense grasslands of Mongolia have led the nomadic tribes to become highly skilled on horseback. They are world-famous for their equestrian prowess and their eagle-hunting abilities.

A traditional Mongolian yurt in the Gobi Desert. These dwellings were used as accomodation, gathering places, prayer halls and all manner of human activity. They were favoured due to being well-suited for the traditional nomadic Mongolian lifestyle.

A traditional Mongolian yurt in the Gobi Desert. These dwellings were used as accomodation, gathering places, prayer halls and all manner of human activity. They were favoured due to being well-suited for the traditional nomadic Mongolian lifestyle.

The Mongolians are devout Buddhists, erecting large statues of the Buddha throughout their lands. In a country where large tracts of land are very flat, these huge Buddha statues can be seen for miles around.

The Mongolians are devout Buddhists, erecting large statues of the Buddha throughout their lands. In a country where large tracts of land are very flat, these huge Buddha statues can be seen for miles around.

The capital city of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar is as modern as any other Asian city.

The capital city of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar is as modern as any other Asian city.

 


 

Addendum

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Zava Damdin Rinpoche’s reliance on and propagation of Dorje Shugden as a Dharma Protector is not unusual or novel given the long history of reliance on Dorje Shugden in Mongolia.

In Krisztina Teleki’s 307-page paper titled Monasteries and Temples of Bogdiin Khüree, she makes multiple references to the reliance on Dorje Shugden in Mongolia, and the tradition of invoking him in oracles. You can download Ms. Teleki’s paper by clicking HERE, which we have highlighted for you the various sections which refer to Dorje Shugden. You can also find the relevant extracts below for your easier reference.

 

References to Dorje Shugden

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As all the temples had their own protectors, apart from the ten wrathful protectors other deities could be worshipped. For example in the medical monastic school Damjin/Damjan (T. dam-can, being a shortened name for Damjan/Damjin garwanagwuu, T. dam-can mgar-ba nag-po, ’the black colour smith’, emanation of Damjan Dorlig, T. dam-can rdor-legs, Skr. Vajrasādhu, the oath-bound protector) and Shanlan (T. zhang-blon) were the main protectors, but in other temples (Dorj)Shügden (T. rdo-rje shugs-ldan), Dalkhaa (T. dgra lha, deity of war, war god), the Tawan khaan (T. sku lnga rgyal-po, Five Kings), Gürdagwa, and others were honoured.

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The main tutelary deity of the temple was Kālacakra, while the main protectors were Dorjshüg (T. rdo-rje shugs(-ldan)) and Jamsran, the Red Protector.

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The Düinkhor ritual was not held again anywhere in Mongolia until 1961, when it was re-instated in Gandan since when it has been held once a year in spring. The tradition was revived in 1992 after which new Düinkhor temple building was constructed on the initiative of D. Danzan (honourable chanting master, darkhan unzad) and R. Sereeter (honourable disciplinary master, darkhan gesgüi) lamas in Gandan (in 1994) based on the style of the pre1938 temple. Dechingalaw was revived in the courtyard of Gandan monastery in 1992, with the new building being completed in 1994 (GPS: N 47°55.379’; E 106°53.743’, elevation: 1278 m). The traditional ceremonies, especially the yearly Great Düinkhor festival, have been revived and are once again held in the new temple.141 The main tutelary deity of the temple is Düinkhor and the main protector deities being Dorjshügden and Jamsran.

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Several old traditions such as the preparation of the Kálacakra sand maóðala and its ceremonial procession to the source of the River Tuul in Gachuurt, ritual dances called Sagar and Chogar, and a fire-offering Düinkhoriin jinsreg were revived. Many of the artifacts of the temple were made by D. Danzan, the initiator of the re-erected temple, such as the statues of Buddha, Düinkhor, Dorjshüg, Jalsrai gegeen and the throne of the Dalai Lama.

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According to Sereeter (1999, pp. 59-60.) the main tutelary deity of the temple was Jigjid, while its main protectors were Baldan lkham and Dorjshüg.

The following financial units belonged to the datsan according to Sereeter and the Manchu catalogue of the datsan (M-89): Ikh jas, Dashnyam arawnain jas, Altan Ganjuuriin jas, (Mönkh) Günregiin jas, Lkhanaa Demchogiin jas, Domiin damjaanii jas, Maaniin jas, Migzemiin büteeliin jas, Dalai lamiin pogiin jas, Dar’ ekhiin nünnain jas, (Migjid) Janraisegiin büteeliin jas, Dugan büreesnii jas. Sereeter adds Mönkh Ganjuuriin jas, Shiniin 1, 8, 15-nii Ganjuuriin 3 jas, Shiniin 8-nii, 15-nii, 22-nii Günregiin jas, Jasaa Donchidiin jas, Dordüwiin jas, Mönkh zuliin jas, Mönkh Tsedewiin jas, Düdbiin jas, Tümet sakhiusnii jas, Buman Sanjidiin jas, Tsedor Lkhamiin jas, Jawdanii jas, Jamjigiin jas (?), Dorjshüg sakhiusnii jas, Jiin Chagchidiin jas, Mintügiin jas, Sakhiusnii jas, Mönkh zuliin jas, Shalshimiin jas, Zediin manjnii jas.

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4-600 lamas watched bigger exams. Ceremonies of Lkham, Gürgül, Sendom are also mentioned. Although Shügden was also the protector of the temple his individual ceremony is not mentioned. Jambaliin bumba was performed and Jasaa nünnai and Janraisegiin nünnai were performed for three days, too. Ceremonies for 30 days were held three times, and ceremonies twice for 20 and twice for 15 days, too. Maaniin büteel and Janraisegiin büteel were also performed.

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The invitation of Choijin (Gürtembe) was performed at the beginning of every month and consisted of calling the souls of the three protectors of the Teaching Naichün Choijin, Zimur/Zemer/Zemur Choijin (T. rtse-ma-ra/tsi-ma-ra chos-skyong or tsi’u dmar-po, the special protector deity of Samye monastery) and Dorjshüg/Shüg which occupied the oracle’s body. Luwsankhaidaw became known as an interpreter of Choijin and Luwsanpeljee translated his mystical texts.

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..has “The speaker lama, Luwsanpeljee, listened to this, wrote it down and made it known to the assembled people. Of the three guardian spirits, Naichün/Naichin, and Zimur were not very fierce, but Shüg was a very fierce guardian spirit (dogshin sakhius).” So when the guardian spirit Shüg was within him, the oracle took on a very fierce aspect, hopping and leaping about, bobbing up and down and foaming at the mouth.

…According to Sereeter, the main tutelary deities of the temple were Jigjid and Damdin, while its main protectors were Naichün/Naichin, Zimur, and Dorjshüg.

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The statues of the six Choijin, namely Ochirwaan’, Naichün, Zimur, Dorjshüg, Damdin Sandüw (T. rta mgrin gsang sgrub) and Perenleijalwa/Perenleijalbuu (T. ‘phrin-las rgyal-po, one of the ‘Five Kings’, Tawan khaan) worshipped by Luwsankhaidaw are exhibited in this hall.

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Dorjshüg(den) = Shüg(den)

rdo-rje shugs(-ldan)

‘Powerful/strong’ or ‘Vajra strong’, name of a warrior protector deity, whose worship is forbidden by the Dalai Lama. He is still worshipped in a few Mongolian monasteries.

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Gurudeva Rinpoche

A highly esteemed monk of Inner-Mongolian origin who contributed greatly to the revival, restoration and reopening of temples in Mongolia. Currently he is in conflict with the Dalai Lama over the worship of a deity, Shügden, banned by the Dalai Lama.

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Shüg(den) = Dorjshüg(den)

shugs(-ldan)

‘Powerful/strong’, name of a wrathful protector deity, whose worship was forbidden by the Dalai Lama. He still continues to be worshipped in several Mongolian monasteries.

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Dorjshüg sakhiusnii jas

rdo-rje shugs-kyis spyi-gsog

unit supporting the recitation of the Powerful protector’s texts

 

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  1. Samfoonheei on Jul 16, 2024 at 10:54 am

    H E Zava Damdin Rinpoche, is an erudite Mongolian Buddhist master within the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Zava Damdin Rinpoche was recognised as the reincarnation of one of the greatest Buddhist masters, yogis, healers, scholars and mahasiddhas in Mongolia. Zava Damdin Rinpoche is famed for his absolute guru devotion. In spite of the unlawful ban on the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden Zava Damdin Rinpoche remain devoted to the practice and has continued to see enormous growth around the world. Especially in Mongolia which has long held a strong historical and religious connection with Tibetan Buddhism. Back in 2016 H E Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferred Yamantaka initiation and Dorje Shugden sogtae . More than 10,000 ordained monks and lay people attended the initiation in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Looking at those pictures in this blog says all, all monks and lay people were so blessed indeed. It has proven that the practice of Dorje Shugden is very popular . They were more blessed and fortunate as after the initiation, they were given a ‘heart’ crystal and a chakra which were consecrated during the sogtae ceremony. They are given as a blessing and reminder of the initiate’s commitments to Dorje Shugden, and also as a symbol of Dorje Shugden’s promise to protect them.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this wonderful sharing .

  2. Samfoonheei on Jun 5, 2022 at 1:26 pm

    His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche an erudite Lama of the Gelug tradition. Zava Damdin Rinpoche was recognised as the reincarnation of one of the greatest Buddhist masters, yogis, healers, scholars and mahasiddhas in Mongolia. A modern Lama with a passionate heart arises from a new generation of eminent young lamas who spreads the teachings of Dorje Shugden to the people of Mongolia. He is a devoted practitioners of the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. had since brought has innumerable benefits to the people of Mongolia and many more to come. Zava Damdin Rinpoche is a fearless Lama who spreads the teachings of Dorje Shugden and the teachings of the Incomparable Lama Tsongkhapa. Looking at those pictures in this article tells us more after-all the practice of Dorje Shugden is not a minor practice. Many hundred thousand practitioners and non practitioners receiving Yamantaka and Dorje Shugden initiations to connect with an enlightened Protector like Dorje Shugden. Zava Damdin Rinpoche sits as he confers on all attended at the complex.
    Thank you Rinpoche for interesting sharing this great fearless Lama.

  3. Tsa Tsa Anne on May 10, 2021 at 1:33 am

    it’s truly wonderful and rejoicing to see so many Mongolians receive Dorje Shugden Sogtae. May Dorje Shugden practice and blessings grow far and wide in every direction for every sentient beings. Thank you Rinpoche and blog team for this auspicious sharing!😍😘🙏🌻🌈🔥

  4. Yee Yin on Nov 29, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    Rejoice to people who had the opportunity to receive Dorje Shugden sogtae. Dorje Shugden is not a minor practice. Many high lamas in Tibet, Mongolia, China and in the western countries are relying on Dorje Shugden for their Dharma practice and Dharma work. Trijang Rinpoche, Lama Yeshe were highly attained Buddhist masters and have contributed greatly to the preservation and spreading of Tibetan Buddhism. Both of them were very strong and devoted Dorje Shugden practitioner. Dorje Shugden is an emanation of Buddha Manjushri, we can rely on him without any worry.

  5. Chris on Oct 29, 2019 at 11:55 am

    Dorje Shugden practice is flourishing in many parts of the world while the CTA tried their best to discourage the whole world to abandon the practice. The benefits of the practice is so powerful and obvious that many people kept practising the deity even after the CTA put a ban on the practice.

    If the whole world is doing the practice without any problem and the only people who find faults in the practice is CTA, is it a clear indication that the practice itself is beneficial and CTA has an ulterior motive to have intentionally trying to sway the public into fearing and hating the practice.

  6. Samfoonheei on Oct 16, 2019 at 3:37 pm

    Beautiful pictures of H.E Zava Damdin Rinpoche, an erudite Mongolian Buddhist master conferring the initiation of Yamantaka and Dorje Shugden to a crowd of 10,000 people. He was recognised as the reincarnation of one of the greatest Buddhist masters, yogis, healers, scholars and mahasiddhas in Mongolia. A great scholar within the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, he wrote numerous volumes of philosophic writings which are still been used till today. Interesting read of a GREAT Lama.
    Thank you for this sharing

  7. Brother Konchok on Sep 24, 2019 at 6:00 am

    Rip tsem tulku.

    You are only one who truly took most out of precious human rebirth and when you saw the method to the madness of my posts realized it is better to be crazy and die with compassion to be an example unto others that at least I attained enlightenment …

    So therefore I honor you.

    And thank you for leading me to dorje shugden when I had no other practice it seemed not even god would protect me.

    Nevertheless I eventually found god again and was able to generate bodhichitta through the help of my Japanese Buddhist friend who worked at church for me in the graveyard.

    Her mantra is namyoho deshen henge kongo
    And her name is yoko…

    So through all that I went through she was my main reason for living.

    The state had decided to do away with me so I could not let them and had to take my own life…
    But tsem tulku took it on himself and saved me…I offered dragon king treasure vase on his behalf three days after he fulfilled his wishes and then that Sunday made prayers to dorje shugden in the park by the river I threw it in.

    Now I am doing the bodhisattva practice and taking the suffering of others on myself which was the purpose of my life in the hopes that I could take their place in the same way tsem rinpoche has mine and hope I could only live up to his great legacy.

    Forever in our hearts tsem tulku forever
    Love,

    Brother Konchok

  8. Pastor Shin Tan on May 17, 2019 at 10:08 am

    The great Protector Manjushri Dorje Shugden depicted in the beautiful Mongolian style. I hope many Mongolians will print out this image and place in their houses to create an affinity with Dorje Shugden for greater blessings. To download a high resolution file: https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz

    The powerful Mongolian nation has a long history and connection with Manjushri Dorje Shugden, as expressed in the life of Venerable Choijin Lama, a State Oracle of Mongolia who took trance of Dorje Shugden among other Dharma Protectors. Read more about Choijin Lama: https://bit.ly/2GCyOUZ

    Mongolian Dorje Shugden 2

  9. Pastor Shin Tan on Dec 9, 2018 at 7:55 pm

    Mantras are sacred verbalized words that invoke the protection and blessings of the deity to whom the mantra is ascribed. Mantras are also the manifestations of Buddhas in the form of ‘sounds’, hence the various mantras of Dorje Shugden contain the essence of the Protector.

    Dorje Shugden’s main mantra 多杰雄登主要咒语
    OM BENZA WIKI BITANA SOHA

    Dorje Shugden’s mantra for peace 平和咒语
    For gaining attainments through the energy of Peaceful Shugden, peace of environment and mind, harmony in one’s abode and dwelling area, and calming of disasters
    OM BENZA WIKI BITANA SHANTI SIDDHI HUNG

    Dorje Shugden’s mantra for health 福寿安康咒语
    For long life, increasing life, healing of disease and protection from diseases
    OM BENZA WIKI BITANA AYU SIDDHI HUNG

    Dorje Shugden’s mantra for increase 增长咒语
    For gaining great merits and increase of all necessary needs, both material and spiritual
    OM BENZA WIKI BITANA PUNYE SIDDHI HUNG

    Dorje Shugden’s mantra for control 控制咒语
    Of worldly deities, negative people and nagas and for influencing friends towards the positive
    OM BENZA WIKI BITANA WASHAM KURU HO

    Dorje Shugden’s mantra to grant protection 庇护咒语
    Visualize that you are in the Protector’s mandala, fully protected from outside interferences. Recite when in danger or for dangerous situations, for protection while travelling or when residing in dangerous/hostile places
    OM BENZA WIKI BITANA RAKYA RAKYA HUNG

    https://video.tsemtulku.com/videouploads/comment-1544345059.mp4


  10. Tsem Rinpoche on Nov 27, 2018 at 6:33 am

    Dear friends,

    Tibet has produced many powerful meditations, rituals and guidelines to help us gain spiritual protection, gain wisdom and higher states of consciousness. In general Tibet has produced many powerful methods for the growth of our spiritual evolution. Dorje Shugden is an angel, a saint, a powerful spiritual protector-warrior who originated 350 years ago when a highly awakened Tibetan Lama fulfilled his vows to become a special being to grant protection, wisdom, material needs, safety when travelling (normal and astral travel) and spiritual awakening. Both the Great 5th Dalai Lama and the current His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama composed short yet effective prayers to invoke upon the power and blessings of this special saint and protector. One can recite either one of the prayers that you feel suits you, anytime or even daily. When you feel a special need for help, you can recite either prayer anytime. When you are feeling down, afraid or just need a blessing, you can recite them. After reciting either invocation, it is good to chant the mantra of Dorje Shugden: Om Benza Wiki Bitana Soha.

    You do not have to be a Buddhist or practitioner of any religion to invoke upon the blessings and protection of this special enlightened and awakened angel Dorje Shugden. He helps all without discrimination or bias as he is filled with compassion and love. Divinity has no boundaries, they help all who call upon them.

    Enclosed are the prayers in English, Chinese and Tibetan.

    May you be safe, protected and blessed.

    Tsem Rinpoche

    More on the Great 5th Dalai Lama and Dorje Shugden – https://bit.ly/2w7KHv6

    More on H.H. the 14th Dalai Lama and Dorje Shugden – https://bit.ly/2QdaL4n

    Chapel (Trode Khangsar) built by the Great 5th Dalai Lama dedicated to Dorje Shugden in Lhasa – https://bit.ly/2zBTd8M

    亲爱的朋友们,

    西藏产生了许多有助于我们得到精神庇佑、取得智慧和更高层次之觉悟的强大禅修法、仪式和教诲。总括来说,西藏产生了许多有助于我们在修行上取得提升的强有力方法。多杰雄登是一个天使,一位圣人和一名护法战士。他的崛起始于350年前,当一位高度觉悟的西藏高僧履行本身的承诺,化身为特别的护法,赐予我们守护、智慧、物质需要、出入平安(平日外游和神游时)和灵修上的觉醒。任何人都可以随时随地在任何时候念诵适合自己的祈愿文。当你需要特别的帮助时,你可以随时念诵任何一篇祈愿文。当你感到沮丧、恐惧或仅是需要加持时,你也可以持诵这些祈愿文。在念诵任何祈请文后,你应该接着念诵多杰雄登的心咒:嗡 班杂 维格 毗札那 娑哈 Om Benza Wiki Bitana Soha。

    要祈请多杰雄登这位特殊、觉悟和觉醒的天使赐予加持和庇佑,你无需是佛教徒或任何宗教的修行者。他总是没有分别或偏见,充满慈悲和慈爱地帮助一切众生。神圣是没有界限的,圣者会帮助有求于他的任何人。

    以下附上英文、中文和藏文的祈愿文。

    愿你平安,常受庇护和加持。

    尊贵的詹杜固仁波切

    更多关于第五世达赖尊者和多杰雄登护法的内容 — https://bit.ly/2zsC3tG

    更多关于第十四世达赖尊者和多杰雄登护法的内容 — https://bit.ly/2r4aaDN

    第五世达赖尊者为多杰雄登护法在拉萨建造的护法殿(布旦康萨)— https://bit.ly/2zBTd8M

    Prayer to Shugden by 5th Dalai Lama English

    14th Dalai Lama prayer to Shugden English

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    Shugden by 14th Dalai Lama

    Prayer to Shugden by 5th Dalai Lama Chinese

    14th Dalai Lama prayer to Shugden Chinese

    5th dalai lama

    Dorje Shugden

  11. Tsem Rinpoche on Nov 23, 2018 at 6:41 am

    Divination (‘mo’) Text by Dorje Shugden

    This is an important divination (‘mo’) text composed by Dorje Shugden himself. Dorje Shugden took trance of the Choyang Dulzin oracle lama, the senior oracle of Gaden Shartse Monastery, and instantly on the spot composed this text within two hours.

    The divination text contains information on how to use dice to do divination for the future and is known to be highly accurate. When practitioners use this text, they will be in direct contact with Dorje Shugden to get answers to questions about the future. It is for those who have good samaya with Dorje Shugden and are free of the eight worldly dharmas to be of benefit to others in divining the future.

    Tsem Rinpoche

    DS-MO-choyang.pdf

  12. Pastor Adeline Woon on Sep 24, 2018 at 2:49 am

    Be blessed with these rare videos featuring explanation and advice about Dorje Shugden practice by His Holiness Kyabje Zong Rinpoche in his own voice. The teaching was requested by Geshe Tsultrim Gyeltsen, one of the earliest masters who taught Tibetan Buddhism in the West.

    Video 1: H.H. Kyabje Zong Rinpoche Explains Dorje Shugden Initiation and Benefits (With English Subtitles)

    Kyabje Zong Rinpoche was an erudite scholar, ritual master and practitioner of the highest degree from Tibet. At the request of Geshe Tsultrim Gyeltsen, one of the pioneers who taught Tibetan Buddhism in America, Kyabje Zong Rinpoche gives clear explanation and advice about the life-entrustment initiation of Dorje Shugden and how to go about the practice and get the maximum benefits in this video.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzFMvlxAqtc&feature=youtu.be

    Video 2: H.H. Kyabje Zong Rinpoche speaks on the History and Lineage of Dorje Shugden (With English Subtitles)

    In this video, an erudite scholar, ritual master and practitioner of the highest degree from Tibet, Kyabje Zong Rinpoche talks about the incarnation lineage of Dorje Shugden and how the practice arose, with examples of Dorje Shugden’s previous lives that reveal his powerful spiritual attainments and contributions. This very rare teaching was given at the request of Kyabje Zong Rinpoche’s student, Geshe Tsultrim Gyeltsen, one of the pioneers who taught Buddhism in the West to many disciples since the 1970s.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sIzKSJgK618&feature=youtu.be

    For more information: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/great-lamas-masters/kyabje-zong-rinpoches-advice-on-dorje-shugdens-practice.html

  13. Joy Kam on Aug 13, 2018 at 12:33 am

    His Holiness the 10th Panchen Lama

    Tibetans commonly refer to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama and His Holiness 10th Panchen Lama as the “sun and moon” of Tibetan Buddhism. They are the center of Tibetan Buddhist civilization, which draws to its sphere of influence millions of non-Tibetan practitioners. The Panchen Lama’s incarnation line began with the 16th abbot of Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, Lobsang Chokyi Gyeltsen (1570 – 1662). He was bestowed the title of Panchen Lama by His Holiness the 5th Dalai Lama after being declared as an emanation of Amitabha.

    After being given the title, his three previous incarnations were posthumously also bestowed the title, making Lobsang Chokyi Gyeltsen the 4th Panchen Lama. He became a teacher to many Tibetans, Bhutanese and Mongolian religious figures, including His Holiness the 4th and 5th Dalai Lamas, and the 1st Jetsun Dampa of Mongolia. A prolific author, Chokyi Gyeltsen is credited with over a hundred compositions, including a number of commentaries and ritual texts that remain central in the Gelukpa tradition today. Along with his role as a teacher of the Dharma, the Panchen Lamas are usually responsible for the recognition of the rebirths of the Dalai Lamas, and vice versa.

    The 10th Panchen Lama, Lobsang Trinley Lhundrub Chokyi Gyeltsen (19 February 1938 – 28 January 1989) continued both the spiritual and political roles of his predecessors. His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, his contemporary, was even heard to say and echo the Panchen Lama’s own words that the Dalai Lama would safeguard Tibet from the outside while the Panchen Lama would safeguard Tibet from the inside, as he never left Tibet after the political troubles of 1959. He was truly loved by the Tibetans, all the way until his passing. When he taught, thousands of people would attend, not only from his own Gelug lineage, but masters and practitioners from all traditions of Tibetan Buddhism.

    At his sprawling monastery of Tashi Lhunpo, he has a special chapel specifically dedicated to Dorje Shugden, where prayers and rituals are performed on a daily basis. In his great omniscience the Panchen Lama held Dorje Shugden as the principal Dharma protector of the monastery. He also personally propitiated Dorje Shugden among other Dharma protectors, and even wrote extensive prayers and rituals to Dorje Shugden. These rituals and prayers are contained within his ‘sung bum’ or collected works, which are provided here. As such a great lama, with an erudite and clear understanding of the Buddhist scriptures, a teacher to millions in both Tibet and China, from an established incarnation line and an emanation of the Buddha Amitabha, he could not be mistaken about his practice of Dorje Shugden.

    His Holiness 10th Panchen Lama is known for his composition of commentaries and practice texts that are still in use by contemporary Buddhist practitioners both in Tibet and across the world. One of these is a powerful ritual composition propitiating the compassionate Dorje Shugden.

    Upon the request by Acharya Lobsang Jangchub to compose a shorter version of the prayer (sadhana) for the exhortation of activities of Dorje Shugden, Panchen Lama immediately composed an abbreviate form of Dorje Shugden’s Kangsol. This text is entitled “Manjunatha’s (Tsongkapa) Lineage protector Dorje Shugden and five forms wrathful propitiations and confessional prayers and fulfilment of activities rites” or “Melodious sound of Accomplishment of the Four Activities” for short. Once the prayers were completed, he had signs and strong feelings that Dorje Shugden has been working hard to protect the Buddhadharma in general and the lineage of Lama Tsongkhapa specifically.

    Mirroring the abilities of one of his earlier incarnations, Khedrub Je, a disciple of Lama Tsongkhapa and master of both sutra and tantra, the Panchen Lama used his compositional skill and poetic prowess to create a masterful sadhana. Worthy of note is a praise in which the first letter of each verse is a Tibetan vowel. Such compositions are rarely seen, and have historically only been used when propitiating senior Dharma protectors such as Palden Lhamo and Kalarupa.

    The Panchen Lama also stated that while composing the Dorje Shugden sadhana (prayers) he was filled with a sense of happiness and bliss. He ends the composition with not only his official title but his ordination name, Tenzin Trinley Jigme Choje Wangchuk, endorsing the validity of his work. He composed the sadhana in his own Tashi Lhunpo monastery while in the Hall of Clear Light and Bliss.

    See the Panchen Lama’s writings and download: https://bit.ly/2KIfeXb

  14. Edward Ooi on Aug 10, 2018 at 6:03 am

    For the first time available, Dorje Shugden and his entourage of 32 asssistants of his mandala.

    Dorje Shugden is a powerful protector deity who is also an emanation of Manjushri, a wisdom bestowing Buddha. Therefore, he has great ability to help us to progress further on the spiritual path. He does this by helping us to overcome obstacles and problems for the modern individual.

    Due to his enlightened nature, Dorje Shugden is able to manifest 32 deities and within the same abode resides Setrap and Kache Marpo:-

    1. 5 Dorje Shugden families or emanations. They consists of the following:-

    – Dulzin Dorje Shugden, which performs activities to eliminate inner and outer obstacles.
    – Shize, which performs activities to pacify all illnesses and disease.
    – Gyenze, which performs activities to increase all desirable material and spiritual wealth.
    – Wangze, which performs activities to control difficult people and circumstances.
    – Trakze, which performs activities to wrathfully eliminate all insurmountable obstacles and life-threatening situations.

    2. 9 Mothers. They represent protection of the five senses and developing control of the four elements. These are all attributes that signify their ability to assist tantric practitioners with their higher meditations.

    3. 8 Guiding Monks. They represent the Eight Great Bodhisattvas (Avalokitesvara, Manjushri, Vajrapani, Samantabhadra, Maitreya, Kshitigarbha, Akashagarbha, Sarva-nivarana-viskambini) and they bring about the growth of the Dharma, through the Sangha, Dharma practitioners and Dharma establishments.

    4. 10 Youthful & Wrathful Attendants. They represent the ten wrathful attendants to avert inner and outer obstacles. They are beings who are from Mongolia, China, Kashmir, India, Bengali, etc.

    5. Setrap. He is a senior Dharma Protector from India and an emanation of Amitabha Buddha. He had enthroned Dorje Shugden as an authentic Dharma Protector. Therefore, he also resides within the same mandala of Dorje Shugden.

    6. Kache Marpo. He is not an emanation of Dorje Shugden but he is still an enlightened Dharma Protector in his own right. He was originally known as Tsiu Marpo of Samye Monastery. However, he has placed himself under the service of Dorje Shugden as his chief minister, performing many activities in order to protect and benefit practitioners. Therefore, he stands guard at the main entrance of Dorje Shugden’s mandala. He often takes trance of qualified mediums to speak.

    7. Namkar Barzin. He is the reincarnation of an old Mongolian monk and when he passed away in Phari area of Tibet, his spirit was placed as a powerful assistant of Dorje Shugden. He guards and protects buildings and great institutions especially those that benefit others. He rides on a mythical Gyaling animal that resembles a goat but with scales.

    These sacred images are available on *Vajrasecrets. They are made of high quality alloy and are one of a kind. They are based on the lineage of His Holiness Panchen Rinpoche’s monastery, Tashilhunpo in Shigatse, Tibet. In fact, the iconography of these statues are based on detailed photographs taken by H. E. Tsem Rinpoche during a trip to Tashilhunpo’s protector chapel. These are based exactly as the 10th Panchen Lama’s personal collection.

    Dorje Shugden mandala: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/?p=131570

    Dorje Shugden’s benefit and practice: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/?p=62422

    Dorje Shugden’s origins: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/?p=106424

    Dorje Shugden chapel in His Holiness Panchen Rinpoche’s Tashilhunpo Monastery in Tibet: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/?p=68698

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  15. Joy Kam on Jul 25, 2018 at 1:23 am

    Amazing post!!!!!

    Dear friends, For months we have been working on this BEAUTIFUL and meaningful mural in Kathmandu, Nepal. Please click here to enjoy the many stunning pictures of this mural: https://bit.ly/2LgOj8J

    Tsem Rinpoche

  16. Pastor Adeline Woon on Jul 23, 2018 at 3:31 am

    Sakya tradition’s thangka of Dorje Shugden sitting on a throne within his palace with his four emanations and high Sakya Lamas nearby. Tsem Rinpoche

  17. Joy Kam on Jul 17, 2018 at 6:42 pm

    Antique Pelden Lhamo thangka with sacred Dorje Shugden at the bottom right. Can see Tsongkapa and Guru Rinpoche on the top also. Beautiful and holy.

  18. Stella Cheang on Jan 29, 2018 at 1:00 pm

    It is a blessing to see all the beautiful images of a high lama conferring the initiation of Yamantaka and Dorje Shugden to a crowd of 10,000 people. Mongolia is indeed a place prevalent of Buddhist consciousness. People travel from far and wide from all over Mongolia to attend this event, it goes to show they value Buddhist Deities and Protectors imitation very much. They are very fortunate to be receiving the initiation from His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche, an erudite Mongolian Buddhist master within the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. He is recognised as the reincarnation of one of the greatest Buddhist mahasiddhas in Mongolia, Zava Lam Damdin (1867 – 1937). Thank you for this sharing.

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  20. MartinC on Feb 9, 2017 at 2:22 am

    I am glad to see this comment by ‘Suzy in Hawaii’ on Tsem Rinpoche’s YouTube Chanel. After all this time more and more people who bother to look beyond hearsay and prejudice are beginning to see the goodness of Dorje Shugdenand benefit from it. Go see what Suzy wrote – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vl-4lIwxph4&t=11s

    Suzy

  21. wan wai meng on Jan 24, 2017 at 1:38 am

    Something to really rejoice that 10,000 sentient beings have received ‘sogtae’, they have come under the protection of Dorje Shugden. Dorje Shugden does lead the practitioner to traverse the spiritual path and in reliance of the Tsongkhapa’s teachings.

  22. Jason on Jan 10, 2017 at 2:24 am

    Rejoice to the 10,000 Mongolian on receiving sogtae from H.E Zava Damdin Rinpoche. H.E Zava Damdin Rinpoche is very famous on his Guru devotion and also well known on Dorje Shugden practices. This Sogtae ceremony will help to revive Dorje Shugden practice in Mongolia.

    We are so fortunate to be student of Tsem Tulku Rinpoche where we can learn Dorje Shugden practice with guiding of Kechara pastors.

    May Dorje Shugden practices flourish all over the worlds.

    Jason

  23. WYLFRED NG on Jan 2, 2017 at 10:51 pm

    随喜一万个蒙古得到多杰雄登的Sogtae!!

    多杰雄登Sogtae 非常殊胜, 一旦得到这个灌顶, 多杰雄登会立誓保护修行者直到修得菩提心。

    蒙古也是一个佛教国。 照片中看起来有老有少, 代表佛法真的是融入他们的社会中。

    当然最重要的是在蒙古, 一个藏人行政中央没有影响力的地方, 多杰雄登法门是如此得到大众欢迎。 丝毫没有受到禁令影响。

    愿更多人可以因此得到多杰雄登庇佑, 早日证得菩提。

    谢谢

  24. So Kin Hoe (KISG) on Dec 23, 2016 at 2:29 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing the inspiring and excited news where His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferred Yamantaka and Dorje Shugden initiation to 10,000 Mongolians in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This is a clear and auspicious sign to show that more and more people have faith in Dorje Shugden and learn, pick up and start to practise Dorje Shugden along their Dharma journey as everyone needs to be safe and protected under the 3 Jewels and especially under the Dharma protector of our time, Dorje Shugden who is the emanation of Buddha Manjushri. I truly believe that the 10,000 Mongolians who have received the heart crystal (lado) and the chakra (sogkhor) during the sogtae ceremony, will further share the benefits received from Dorje Shugden’s practice with their family members, peers, friends or people around them in Mongolia. Hence, the number of Dorje Shugden’s practitioners will continue to grow world wide as this auspicious event in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia can plant seeds into many people’s mind who have read this news and increase their faith in Dorje Shugden.

    May the ban of Dorje Shugden will be lifted and Dorje Shugden’s practice will be spread further into the 10 directions and reach to people who are suffering and lost in samsara.

    Thank you with folded hands,
    kin hoe

  25. Jace Chong on Dec 21, 2016 at 12:34 am

    Thanks Rinpoche and the blog team for putting up this post.

    Rejoice for the participants and all the organizing team for this wonderful event to happen! 7,800 is not a small number and the successful event has allowed the participants to be guarded by Lord Dorje Shugden.

    I especially like the photo of a Dorje Shugden’s image was projected behind His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche, visually very powerful and I can imagine how blessed it is to be there.

    May more and more of these events happening around the world and let more people have chance to be guided by Dorje Shugden on their spiritual path, that the Lord will guide them all the way to Bodhicitta-hood.

    Thank you.

  26. shane Jayasuriya on Dec 20, 2016 at 7:24 pm

    Sadu 3x, Rejoice … wish I was there too.. _/\_

  27. Pastor Han Nee on Dec 20, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferred the Dorje Shugden sogtae on 7800 Mongolians! What an amazingly huge crowd! How blessed they all are to receive Dorje Shugden sogtae, to be protected until they attain Bodhicitta! How blessed to receive it from H. E. Zava Damdin Rinpoche, a great pandit and reincarnation of one of the greatest Buddhist masters, yogis, healers, scholars and mahasiddhas in Mongolia, Zava Lam Damdin.

    This post fills me with great awe at the great display of Guru Devotion. On his first visit to his monastery,Delgeruun Choira Monastery, villagers and nomads wept joyously as they presented Zava Damdin Rinpoche with priceless holy relics and belongings of the previous Zava Lam Damdin which they risked their lives to save from the ruins of the monastery, (which had been completely destroyed in 1939).

    Zava Damdin Rinpoche’s own devotion to his root Guru, the renowned Master Guru Dewa Rinpoche, is most touching . Guru Dewa had instructed him to enter into a three-year, three-month, three-day Yamantaka retreat. Although he did not have much time to prepare for the retreat, due to his deep commitment and unshakable Guru devotion, Zava Damdin Rinpoche successfully completed his retreat under the harshest conditions in the Gobi desert, where temperatures can drop to -40 degrees Celsius. Furthermore, Guru Dewa had entered clear light before he could complete his retreat. However, knowing that his root guru would want him to complete his retreat, he carried on and completed it.

    May Zava Damdim Rinpoche, who is also devoted to Shugden, continue to spread the Dharma and Shugden practice everywhere in Mongolia .

  28. Adeline Tan on Dec 20, 2016 at 2:36 am

    It is really an eye opener for me to see His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferring Yamantaka and Dorje Shugden (Sogtae) initiations on 7,800 people in Mongolia in such a grand scale!
    May H E Zava Rinpoche live long to spread the dharma into the ten directions and may many more people will be benefited from Zava Rinpoche’s teachings. Thank you Tsem Rinpoche for sharing these spectacular pictures.

  29. Yee Mun (KISG) on Dec 19, 2016 at 11:31 pm

    Rejoice to all the 7800 Mongolians that received Yamantaka initiation and Dorje Shugden sogtae from His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche. May those that took the initiation keep their commitments, do their practice under the protection of Dorje Shugden till they achieve enlightenment.

    Dorje Shugden is the protector of our time. If the ban can be lifted ASAP, it will definitely benefits many people.

  30. Justin Cheah on Dec 18, 2016 at 11:54 pm

    Such a magnificent view really! Great to see this and it is some what surprising for people to see this massive amount of crowd going for a massive occasion such as this. This is in contrary to what CTA was claiming in their video to brand Dorje Shugden following are fringe. This is just one event and I don’t think this is fringe. If it is fringe, why spend money to do a video and talk about it.

  31. Lew on Dec 18, 2016 at 7:25 pm

    It is indeed interesting to see that H.E. Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferred Dorje Shugden life entrustment in a modern manner. As Rinpoche said, the traditional way of life entrustment is done 3 per person. I think it is similar to HH Panchen Lama who conferred initiation in large scale.

    I wish one day we can have big life entrustment of Dorje Shugden in Malaysia. There are so much obstacles these days to practice Dharma, and Dorje Shugden is very effective and quick to remove obstacles. Therefore it would be very beneficial to have big Dorje Shugden life entrustment in Malaysia. May we all work hard to make this happen.

  32. Lum Kok Luen on Dec 17, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Thank you so much for sharing such joyful and meritorious news!!.
    The point is that DS is flourishing more and more and all of us need to persevere and help bring this compassionate Buddha to all of us who are in samsara.

    It is wonderful and I really rejoice to see and read that 7,800 Mongolians have been given initiation into Yamantaka and DS.

    Rejoice!!

  33. Andrea Lai on Dec 16, 2016 at 8:56 pm

    It’s good to hear that, more and more Dorje Shugden practitioners coming out to give initiations. It’s shows their pure faithful devotion to their guru which is very much admirable.May there be more high lamas approach like H.E Zava Damdin Rinpoche,to teach Dharma benefits many.
    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this rejoicing news.May DS ban lift as soon as possible.

    With folded palms,
    Andrea

  34. Vivian Ong on Dec 14, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this good news to us. More and more high lamas coming out to give initiations to monks and lay people. It is also a good news that Zava Damdin Rinpoche gave out Dorje Shugden initiation. May the ban be lifted soon and also more people will benefit from it.

    With folded palms,
    Vivian

  35. Choong on Dec 14, 2016 at 12:12 am

    Wow and rejoice. 7,800 is indeed not a small number.

  36. Fong on Dec 13, 2016 at 5:56 pm

    Rejoice that the young lamas are coming of age and that His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferred Yamantaka initiation and Dorje Shugden sogtae to 7,800 ordained monks and lay people.

    May His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche continue his good works to bring the pure teachings of Je Tsongkhapa to benefit many.

  37. ronwong on Dec 13, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    Rejoice for all who received Dorje Shugden sogtae & yamantaka initiation. May Dorje Shugden cleared all their obstacles & Yamantaka guide them through their higher attainments until enlightenment. May His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche continue to teach & benefit all beings in the 10 directions.

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing such great news.
    Rejoice!

  38. Samfoonheei on Dec 13, 2016 at 3:29 pm

    Very interesting and rejoice to those 7,800 Mongolians who was there to receive Dorje Shugden.The Mongolians are devout Buddhists , they came in thousands ,young and old coming to receive initiation, and to connect with an enlightened Protector like Dorje Shugden.
    It is wonderful that Zava Damdin Rinpoche with devotion continued his practice as instructed by his late teacher spreading and turning the Dharma wheel in Mongolia.His intense religious discipline had given him an opportunity to appeared on Mongolian news channels and talk shows.
    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing .
    May the ban on of Dorje Shugden be swiftly lifted soon.

  39. Dakpa Choedak on Dec 13, 2016 at 8:02 am

    How wanderful good Zawa Tamdin Rinpoche you are doing, can’t remembrr. Its spreading pure Grlug tradition with giving initiation and DS soktae….its great master coming back again to hold our orginal tradition. I am very happy to remain our such a yraditional master…corner by corner…NAMO ZAWA TAMDIN RINPOCHE……

  40. Bradley Kassian on Dec 13, 2016 at 5:54 am

    How wonderful that His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferred Yamantaka initiation and Dorje Shugden sogtae to 7,800 ordained monks and lay people. May they come under DS protection and be of benefit to all sentient beings. May His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche’s enlightened activities grow to bring Dharma to many sentient beings and save them from the ocean of samsara.

  41. Sofi on Dec 13, 2016 at 5:11 am

    Such a rejoice to read of His Eminence Zava Damdin Rinpoche conferment of Yamantaka initiation and Dorje Shugden sogtae (life entrustment) to 7,800 ordained monks and lay people in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, two days ago on 11th December 2016. It is so wondrous that to see so many having strong faith in Protector Dorje Shugden. It is so encouraging to learn of so many Shugden Lamas rising despite the illogical Ban on his practice by CTA. To top it off, many Shugden Lamas had reincarnated, recognised and enthroned, countering the lies that practice of Dorje Shugden will bring one to lower rebirth.

    May Zava Damdin Rinpoche’s enlightened activities grow to bring Dharma to his people and beyond. May the pracitioners who received this precious practice be blessed with swift attainments and more practitioners gain the merits to receive in the future. May the ban on beneficial practice of Dorje Shugden be swiftly lifted to right the wrong and to unite all practitioners without division.

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing such a heartening article of the rise of Lord Dorje Shugden and this auspicious event.

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  • SamFoonHeei
    Tuesday, Aug 19. 2025 02:35 PM
    Wat Traimit, better known as Golden Buddha Temple is a historic Buddhist in Thai capital. It’s situated in one of the world’s biggest Chinatowns built in 1,403 and was revered by Buddhist for many hundreds of years. It is best known for the Golden Buddha statue Thailand is home to the world’s largest gold Buddha, valued at over $250 million. It’s a symbol of both grandeur and spiritual significance. Its has seen attracting visitors of various faith from all over the world yearly. And hundreds of daily visitors are taken aback by the statue when they see it in person. It is a tremendous blessing to meditate in front of this stunning Golden Buddha Statue as advice by our Guru Tsem Rinpoche. Love to visit this beautiful temple one day.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/i-visited-worlds-largest-solid-gold-buddha.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Tuesday, Aug 19. 2025 02:33 PM
    Setrap Chen is a wrathful protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism, particularly revered in the Gelugpa tradition. Setrap is believed to be an emanation of Amitabha Buddha and is known for his fierce and powerful appearance. Setrap’s wisdom is unmatched. He sees through the illusion of samsara and knows the best ways to help us .
    Even Though this is an old post , happy for Liew & family that have purchased a stunning Setrap statue from Kechara Paradise outlet.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/another-family-invites-setrap-home.html
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    Mount Emei, built in the 1st century CE, is a 3,099-metre-tall mountain in Sichuan Province, China. It is the highest of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China an area of great cultural significance. That’s where Buddhism first became established on Chinese territory and from where it spread widely through the East . Worth visiting this UNESCO World Heritage Site a scenic mountain area which includes over 70 temples, monasteries, and attractions. Emei Shan said to be inhabited since 10,000 years ago according to historians. Visited this awesome mountain years back, seeing it for myself those ancient Buddhist architecture on Emei shan.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/emei-shan.html
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    Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot, is a legendary creature said to inhabit forests, mostly found in the Pacific Northwest region of North America. As described by eye witnesses as a large, hairy, humanoid creature, often reported as being taller than the average human, and covered in dark hair. While many believe in its existence, but there’s no definitive scientific proof. Bigfoot is a figure deeply embedded in the folklore of North America. Despite numerous reports and alleged evidence, there is no conclusive scientific proof of Sasquatch’s existence. Many sightings of these hairy creatures yet no one ever getting close to it . Tibetan high lamas have reported seeing Yetis or bigfoots. Never been doubt these extraordinary creatures do exist as Tibetans, Nepalese, and others believed. Interesting .
    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/film-tv-music/sasquatch-bigfoot.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Tuesday, Aug 19. 2025 02:26 PM
    One of China’s most capable rulers, Kangxi who laid the foundation for a long period of political stability and prosperity. Emperor Kangxi was the second and longest reigning emperor of China’s Qing Dynasty whom had instrumented in developing China. From ancient times, blessed manifestations have taken place at Wu Tai Shan. Kangxi sponsored many literary works, monasteries, monks and teachers all over China, Tibet and he was considered extremely modern for his day as he also gave religious freedom to all religions. Many emperors considered Wutaishan as a special place, and built many temples. It is associated with Manjushri and is one of the four sacred mountains of China. It is also one of the five Buddhist blessed places on earth. Wutaishan holds a very special place in the more than 1,000 years of Buddhist and Chinese history. Manjushri embodies the perfect wisdom of the universe. China is considered to be the Land of Manjushri where the people are blessed with intelligence. Many of the historical and miraculous stories of Wutaishan are recorded in history. From the Ming Dynasty until modern times, magical manifestations have continued to be reported in Wutaishan. Emperor Kangxi was known to be a great patron of the Buddhadharma and had visited Wu Tai Shan and its Gelug temples a number of times . Great masters believed Emperor Kangxi to be the reincarnation of Tulku Drakpa Gyaltsen and an emanation of Manjushri, which has been confirmed by many others. Interesting read indeed, would love to visit this holy place again.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Ani for this great sharing.\\

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/emperor-kangxi-and-wu-tai-shan.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Thursday, Aug 14. 2025 01:27 PM
    Venerable Geshe Lobsang Sopa is an incredible monk with a reputation of being sincere, fiercely devoted to his Gurus and extremely principle. Outspoken known to be very kind, spiritual and be a loyal to the Gelugpa lineage involving efforts to end the Dorje Shugden conflict. He has quietly accomplished virtuous works from building monasteries to serving the highest of lamas. It was a great privilege for writers team to interview Geshe-la during his visit at Kechara Forest Retreat sharing his experiences.
    Thank you Rinpoche and writers team .Well done.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/current-affairs/learned-monk-geshe-sopa-lah-really-shares-his-experiences.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Thursday, Aug 14. 2025 01:26 PM
    Documentaries on these mysterious UFO, native Indian lore, ghosts, or unseen beings stories are some of my interests. Reading and watching the videos again as just simply incredible. Same time recorded images of UFO were captured at Mexico. Several sightings were seen by many eye witnesses including pilots, bus drivers and school children then over the years at Mexico. Some even captured it in videos , those sighting could not by explained by many.There’s one even tried to communicate with them as what she said is UFO. She took a number of photos with 3 different cameras to proof what she saw in the sky. Amazing the Dorthy had then attracted many UFO enthusiasm with her 3 thousands pictures. All these mysterious UFO sighting cannot be explained and solved.
    Interesting, thank you Rinpoche for sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/me/unsolved-mysteries-ufos-me.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Thursday, Aug 14. 2025 01:24 PM
    The Guru Yoga of Lama Tsongkhapa is a very powerful practice, combination of Manjushri, Chenrezig and Vajrapani. We are so fortunate to receive this sacred practice from H E Tsem Rinpoche. Je Rinpoche is an emanation of Manjushri, Avalokitesvara and Vajrapani together, also an emanation of Maitreya Buddha. As explained clearly in this post we should practice as how busy we are. Ever since I started this Guru Yoga of Lama Tsongkhapa practice , my life changed ….having a calm mind , will never gave up. Its such an amazing practice for every one.
    Thank you Rinpoche with folded hands.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/transcript-guru-yoga-teaching.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Thursday, Aug 14. 2025 01:22 PM
    Revisit this post again. A group of Kecharians had made extensive offerings to HH Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche and updated all activities at Kechara Forest Retreat. Even brought a photo album of Kechara’s departments . That’s awesome. Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche received offerings from Beng Kooi on behalf of HE Tsem Rinpoche. In return Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche offered a stunning blessed Amitayus as shown in the blog for HE Tsem Rinpoche. Our individual samaya to our gurus is very important. Our Guru H E Tsem Rinpoche previous incarnations had close connections with Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche. It’s about maintaining a pure and respectful relationship with the guru and diligently following their instructions. The greatness of a Guru cannot be expressed in words. Let no man in the world live in delusion. Without a Guru none can cross over to the other shore.
    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/dorje-shugden/visiting-his-holiness-trijang-chocktrul-rinpoche-in-vermont.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Thursday, Aug 7. 2025 03:15 PM
    For traditional Tibetan Buddhists, acceptance of and relationship with unseen beings is essential to living a full and successful human life.Relating to unseen beings, whether divine, or spiritual, is considered important across many cultures and belief systems for various reasons. Different cultures have their own belief .This connection can foster a more meaningful and fulfilling life by acknowledging the unseen dimensions of reality and their potential influence on our lives. Many believe that unseen beings like a spirit guides, whom might offer guidance, protection, and support in navigating life’s challenges. Connecting with the unseen realm can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself. Some find that engaging with the unseen world provides a sense of meaning and purpose in life depending to how they could accept. Many cultures have rich traditions and stories surrounding unseen beings. They play a significant role in Tibetan Buddhist practice, influencing both personal well-being and the wider world. Practitioners actively engage with these beings through various rituals, prayers, offerings, and visualizations. These interactions aim to establish positive relationships, seek guidance. The concept of unseen beings has practical implications in Tibetan medicine.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Professor Reginald Ray for sharing this

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/on-the-importance-of-relating-to-unseen-beings.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Thursday, Aug 7. 2025 03:13 PM
    Depression in daily life significantly impacts various aspects of a person’s routine, leading to persistent sadness. People with depression often experience fatigue and a lack of energy, making even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Learning and practicing Dharma will be a good choice, transforming our mind happiness with follow. Practice of Guru Yoga of Je Tsongkhapa with meditation ,recitation of mantras and proper visualization is very powerful practice for us .
    Thank you Rinpoche for this great teachings.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/sayonara-to-depression.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Thursday, Aug 7. 2025 03:11 PM
    Doing Dharma work and Dharma practice actively engaging with Buddhist teachings in daily life helps us to cultivate wisdom and compassion, ultimately aiming for liberation from suffering. The purpose of Dharma practice is to enable us to attain permanent liberation from lower rebirth. Practicing and putting into action helps to purify the mind and one’s conduct should be the conduct of a pure mind. We have to chase and transform those ordinary actions of our day into dharma practice. Well its important applying Buddhist principles to all aspects of life, from work and relationships to thoughts and actions. All depends on our own efforts to learn, practice, our diligence, our deeper knowing, and our correct motivation.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/inspiration-worthy-words/chasing.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Thursday, Aug 7. 2025 03:08 PM
    Wow…having a pictures of elite and great masters of Gaden Shartse Monastery,as in this blog is indeed . And seeing is a blessing for the viewer, great fortune to able to see it.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/great-lamas-masters/gaze-at-great-masters.html

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Dorje Shugden works & archives - a labour of commitment - https://bit.ly/30Tp2p8
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.
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.
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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
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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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
This is pretty amazing!

First Sri Lankan Buddhist temple opened in Dubai!!!
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This is pretty amazing! First Sri Lankan Buddhist temple opened in Dubai!!!
My Dharma boy (left) and Oser girl loves to laze around on the veranda in the mornings. They enjoy all the trees, grass and relaxing under the hot sun. Sunbathing is a favorite daily activity. I care about these two doggies of mine very much and I enjoy seeing them happy. They are with me always. Tsem Rinpoche

Always be kind to animals and eat vegetarian- https://bit.ly/2Psp8h2
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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
This story is a life-changer. Learn about the incredible Forest Man of India | 印度“森林之子”- https://bit.ly/2Eh4vRS
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This story is a life-changer. Learn about the incredible Forest Man of India | 印度“森林之子”- https://bit.ly/2Eh4vRS
Part 2-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 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
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 great Protector Manjushri Dorje Shugden depicted in the beautiful Mongolian style. To download a high resolution file: https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
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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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
Beautiful pictures of the huge Buddha in Longkou Nanshan- https://bit.ly/2LsBxVb
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Beautiful pictures of the huge Buddha in Longkou Nanshan- https://bit.ly/2LsBxVb
The reason-Very interesting thought- https://bit.ly/2V7VT5r
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The reason-Very interesting thought- https://bit.ly/2V7VT5r
NEW Bigfoot cafe in Malaysia! Food is delicious!- https://bit.ly/2VxdGau
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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
Global Superpower China Will Cut Meat Consumption by 50%! Very interesting, find out more- https://bit.ly/2V1sJFh
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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
Beautiful high file for print of Lord Manjushri. May you be blessed- https://bit.ly/2V8mwZe
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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
Find one of the most beautiful temples in the world in Nara, Japan. It is the 1,267 year old Todai-ji temple that houses a 15 meter Buddha Vairocana statue who is a cosmic and timeless Buddha. Emperor Shomu who sponsored this beautiful temple eventually abdicated and ordained as a Buddhist monk. Very interesting history and story. One of the places everyone should visit- https://bit.ly/2VgsHhK
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Find one of the most beautiful temples in the world in Nara, Japan. It is the 1,267 year old Todai-ji temple that houses a 15 meter Buddha Vairocana statue who is a cosmic and timeless Buddha. Emperor Shomu who sponsored this beautiful temple eventually abdicated and ordained as a Buddhist monk. Very interesting history and story. One of the places everyone should visit- https://bit.ly/2VgsHhK
Manjusri Kumara (bodhisattva of wisdom), India, Pala dynesty, 9th century, stone, Honolulu Academy of Arts
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Manjusri Kumara (bodhisattva of wisdom), India, Pala dynesty, 9th century, stone, Honolulu Academy of Arts
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Kechara members were setting up the offering items on altar before the puja started in Ipoh today. (So Kin Hoe, KISG)
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24th July Dharma Sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja done Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam.
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15th July Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam .
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#Throwback 28th June, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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10th July evening we had our weekly DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. May HE Tsem Rinpoche have a swift return to KFR at Bentong. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam.
21st June 2025, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Every Saturday @3pm at 49, Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown, Penang. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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21st June 2025, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Every Saturday @3pm at 49, Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown, Penang. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Throwback 19th June meritorious evening Pastor leading DS Puja at Kechara Kuantan ... Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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Throwback 19th June meritorious evening Pastor leading DS Puja at Kechara Kuantan ... Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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19th June 2025 Pastor Seng Piow dharma sharing ..(karma is easy it's a choice)with us at Kechara Kuantan Study Group.. Sam
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Thanks to members/sponsors who made an extra effort to put up these modern, sleek and striking window curtains. Looks like an entourage of Buddhas coming down to visit and ready to give blessings!!! Are you ready for a powerful blessing during puja? Join us every Saturday at 3pm. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Newly made window curtain with Buddha's print. Mother Tara with Lord Avalokiteshvara. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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5 June 2025 we had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening. Kechara Kuantan Study Group...Sam
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1st June 2025, in the most sacred month of Tibetan Buddhism,we had our animals liberation activities.Kechara Kuantan Study Group..Sam
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Last day of May, 31st May Dorje Shugden puja completed with recitation of Namasangiti. This puja led by William and attended by Penang members. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche Kechara Kuantan Study Group..Sam
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Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche Kechara Kuantan Study Group..Sam
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