Today at Manjushri class, Kechara Paradise is giving a talk on their dept. May Woo is representing Kechara Paradise outlets to speak today.
She explains how outlets reach out to the masses by being present at easily accessible locations like Bangsar n popular shopping malls.
Also outlets r a gateway for the general community to make offerings to the sangha.
There r 19 of us here at manjushri class today. Outlet staff like Albert, Wan, girlie n Henry r also present.
Thank u.
Margaret
May Woo in action.
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Anila on Oct 28, 2010 at 7:36 pm
I got to know May Woo in Kh1 when I was a volunteer there. At that time KH2 as not set up yet nor the other KH premises that is exsting now. It was only KH1 that all KH activities were held. She was the only fulltime staff and administrator for Kechara House. She is a very good administrator and single handedly she managed the centre keeping the place very organised. She is not a very chatty person. She was happy to work quietly in KH1. Then KH2 was formed. One day Rinpoche gave a dharma talk and during the talk Rinpoche ask May whether she can go to work in the outlet. She refused. Rinpoche has a reason for asking her. Later only did she accept. In the outlets she has benefited Kechara a lot by her sales. And she can even give talks to the public confidently.
I am happy for May Woo’s commitment in the Dharma and all that she has been doing all these years. She is one lady, straight, hardworking, result-driven and really passionate about the Dharma work which she is involved in. There has been many instances whereby she has single handedly make some projects within the organization executed without any flaws.
Being in the outlets, one must be very passionate about the Dharma and May Woo is one person who is passionate about it. Rinpoche has mentioned many times that the entire Kechara Organization is like that of a Mandala with KEchara House as the central palace where out Yidam Deity LAma TSongkhapa resides and the outlets are the main gateways to gain access to the palace.
As such, the staff and people representing the entire Organization must be knowledgeable and well studied in order to be able to nurture people from the public into the mandala.
I commend May Woo for her hard work and dedication in the outlets and wish her all success in her Dharma endeavors.
I have worked with people from Kechara Paradise first hand, and I can tell you that they are very rare Dharma practitioners. Fore not only do they know many things, the iconography of the Buddhas, the setting of altars, the signification of ritual objects, the particular ways that different buddhas can help us, the content of every Dharma book, the activities of Kechara House different departments, and much more.
Not only do they know all that, but they know how to communicate about it, training every day with customers from many different backgrounds and divere, or little, knowledge in Dharma and buddhsme.
They are a well of information.
Dear May Woo,
You were the first person I bought something from at Kechara Paradise Bangsar. I think it was a Green Tara chakra. You were very friendly, helpful and warm. You have always played your part as the front runner for Kechara House. Please continue to be the soldier that you are. You gave me a good impression of Kechara house. Many of us had our first encounter of Kechara House with you and the dedicated team of front runners at Kechara Paradise. Please keep your spirits flying high. May sales grow and grow and more outlets pop up everywhere.
With folded hands,
Wee Liang
As one of people who got to know Kechara via the Kechara Paradise outlets, I owe my spiritual awakening to the kindness of my guru who came up with the concept of dharma outlets to spread dharma, the kind sponsors who came up with the necessary means to open up the outlets in shopping malls and the kind staffs and volunteers who are ever so patient to explain what it’s all about.
I’m ashamed that what attracted me to enter the outlet for the first time was the word ‘sale’ on one of the items. It was a beautiful Tibetan singing bowl. One thing led to another, and pretty soon I had my own alter ! Never have I dreamed that I would have my own alter. Even though I had alters while living with my parents, I could never understand what they were about. With the help of the staffs/friends in the kechara outlets, I could finally understand and my faith in Buddhism grew. There’s too many stories relating to the Kechara Paradise outlets, my only regret is that I did not walk into one earlier in my life. Better late than never I guess 🙂
I support the donation boxes. I like putting money in them because I know where they go. Mumu boxes creates the causes for Kechara Animal Sanctuary to grow. Kechara Soup Kitchen boxes creates the causes for more homeless and urban poor to get off the streets and live a better life. I would like to thank Elize, johnny & a vegetarian restaurant owner who are jointly contributing 50 packets of cooked food to ksk weekly and oscar who is contributing 5 packets of food too because they are creating the causes for 55 in total of people to be less hungry. May you all be healthy and may you all live to an old ripe age so that you can benefit people through Kechara House and Kechara Soup Kitchen!
Congradulations to Aunty May Woo for giving a talk on something that could give people more information on a branch related to the Dharma. Dharma outlets should be place in much more open places or more chinese areas. They should not be concealed on a floor above and they should have a big sign. I like that outlets are a gateway for the general community to make offerings to the sangha. It will help people much more as they know that their money does not turn into a pile of profit but becomes sometime meaningfull. Aunty May Woo looks extremely serious in the picture. I can tell that she was very in to the talk.
wow!! I’ve known may woo since she was still serving as the Kechara House admin 3 years ago in 2007. She has come such a long way then. her character has improved so much and she can now give Dharma talks! I feel so excited for her growth and the people thats she has inspired through the outlets so far!
I had the great fortune to volunteer in the outlets for a short period of time and it felt really good to be able to meet so many different people and bring Dharma to them through the outlets. It is a very amazing experience and it accelerates Dharma practice because of the subconscious pressure to represent Kechara and the Dharma well. But the best part is people getting inspired from your experience, and seek the same too from Kechara.
May Woo…..We have quite a few common things to share. First we were both born in the same year,not telling you which year of course. We live opposite across the street from each other. We are both named by Rinpoche as “the Pyramids”…. Don’t know why but I guess something like Ancient Treasures? I hope.
I have come to know May Woo actually through a business deal in 2004 when I was working on a heallth care project. Henry met May Woo in my office as Henry and Angel were introducing their lines of herbal pills medication. Henry got May interested in some of the herbal pills he was marketing, May bought some from Henry. So now you all know why May is working for the outlet
May came to me as a strong lady with much determination. She knows exactly what she wants. May is reliable and if she promises you something, you can be assured that it will be done by hook or by crook. It’s good to see May in action, talking and sharing with passion about Kechara Paradise to the newbies in Manjushri class.
Terima Kasih Rinpoche!
I was at this talk and most of the time, the mike landed on Henry! LOL But it was great to learn more, how KP started off and expanded to be what it is today. Learned a lot from Henry & May’s sharing and tackling of questions.
Made an effort to be in KP Bangsar after the talk, mixed around the staff and did my finale shopping at that outlet…
I guess it’s true.. most people, like myself included, were exposed to Rinpoche & Kechara via the KP Outlets.
Dated back to the year 2000, after hearing from a mutual friend, I visited KP SS2 for 2-3 times and that marked my ‘journey’…
Can’t wait to see and visit the new KP in SS2 & Cheras!
Signs of renewal and growth for Kechara Paradise and the ‘Kecharaian’ family! Sadhu!
Manjushri class is very good for new people who just in dharma. Normally in manjushri class the sharing session is very important for those who attend. They can learn more from sharing and discussion. In kechara house we have English and Chinese manjushri class. English class is on Sunday 2pm afternoon and Chinese manjushri is on every Friday, 8pm.
What you learn in manjushri class?
First, the foundation of dharma knowledge
Second, make friend and sharing
Third, the mission of Kechara Organization
Fourth, the vision of spiritual guide
Some of people like to social, share, make friend, know more dharma, please join our manjushri class immediately. If you feel bored and free like a bird, come to Kechara and join our Manjushri make your life become better!!!( http://www.kechara.com/kechara-house/education/)
Being 2 ½ years working in the outlet, I’ve seen people going downhill and uphill, how Rinpoche attack their ego and to break their ego, how the people around me stand up after they have a great fall, facing through difficulties one after another, and now they are still here doing so good or even better than before.
MAY WOO is definitely ONE of them!!!
My first impression of May Woo is very serious and not easy to get close to, but after knowing her better, oh!!! It is not really, she is friendly erm… sometimes, but still, it is not easy to deal with her sometimes, but being a sincere dharma practitioner, I notice she’s changed a lot; her mind has become more stable as compared to last time, she is not so much into her mood nowadays, her care for others has increased so much, seeing her moving forward and forward in her spiritual practice, it really inspire me, she has set another good example for other people to follow in Kechara Paradise and even outsiders.
Dharma outlet is a gateway for people to enter into their spiritual practice, with May’s knowledge and experience, she has helped and advised a lot of people while during her outlet duty.
She has done a very good presentation that day, she explain very clearly what Kechara Paradise is all about, it is not something that anyone can do it, it really needs a lot of knowledge and experience. I really salute her.
What a great person I’ve met!!!
By the way, her presentation was conducted in Kechara House during Sunday Manjushri class http://www.kechara.com/kechara-house/education/
Kechara Paradise Outlets started from the 1st store in SS2 ten years ago, today we have total 4 stores in Klang velley and 1 store in Penang.
Kechara Paradise was originally Rinpoche’s brainchild and Liaison Henry and Ruby who royal and devoted hand on and made it expand with kindness sponsors who trust in Rinpoche’s vision.
Our statues are hand pick one by one with correct iconography and it will be inserted with mantra and consecrate. We have staffs whom are there to serve you and share with you Dharma knowledge. We also assist you to start your spiritual path with your 1st statue, 1st altar and even a daily prayer.
Latest news : The 1st store which on 2nd floor in ss2 is going to relocate to ground floor at Jalan ss2/67. Catch up for news of soft opening day and pls come visit us.
wan
For me Kechara Paradise is like a oasis in a desert here in Malaysia. What I meant was, it used to be hard to look for statues and praying materials from the Himalayas in Malaysia is very hard. Without Rinpoche’s idea of manifesting Dharma outlet and going out to do roadshows, we would not have spreaded Kechara’s awareness that quick.
I myself had benefitted from this because I came to know about Kechara and Rinpoche through one of their roadshows back in 2007. I wouldn’t have gone through what would be the most meaningful period of my life if Rinpoche had not came out with this brilliant idea.
I wish more and more people will be in Dharma through the outlets.
Kechara Paradise came into existence even before Kechara House , the mother temple of the Kechara organization.
I was told Rinpoche used to give talk in the room behind the main showroom and it was packed with people. From here many new ideas that gave rise to the current 12 departments were conceived .
I remember my first visit to Kechara Paradise way back in 2005. There were many shelves filled with little items , dharma books and statues but what attracted my attention was all the pictures of masters from the different lineages and religions. I thought to myself – Tsem Rinpoche must be a very open minded teacher.
True enough, in his public teachings Rinpoche always praises holy teachers like Gandhi, Mother Teresa etc. He truly rejoices in the deeds of these great beings.
Kechara Paradise now has 5 outlets. The humble, original KP ss2 will move to a ground floor shop soon. Do check out for KP’s latest news at http://www.kechara.com/shopping/
Kechara Paradise located in SS2 (fondly known as KPSS2) had a very humble beginning. Just the other day I was relating how I had received an invitation to visit the store when it first opened its doors. The brainchild of Rinpoche, now we have 4 other outlets in the Klang Valley and 1 in Penang.
And now 10 years on, we are moving – the next few days are going to be hectic as we count, pack, label almost everything in this store as we prepare to “move house” – to the ground floor of a shop lot just one road to the back of this present shop. It was through this very first Dharma outlet that many students and friends become connected and just because we are moving, does not mean that the connection will stop there. In fact, we hope to reach out to many more people, let their lives be touched by Dharma, just as ours have been.
Kechara Paradise SS2 holds many memories. It was not easy back in those days when no one had any experience in running a retail outlet. However though perseverance and hard work by loyal dedicated students of Rinpoche, Kechara Paradise now has 5 outlets with another one on the way. And Kechara Paradise SS2 is moving to a ground floor shoplot.
The outlets not only sell beautiful statues, thangkas, offering items, books and DVDs at reasonable price but acts as a gateway to attract shoppers to connect with dharma. Therefore Kechara Paradise mission is
* To spread Dharma and plant Dharmic seeds to those who are seeking for it
* To encourage people in their Dharma practice by providing all the necessities
* To help the poor, those less fortunate and the needy from all our proceeds
* To serve both the spiritual and non-spiritual customers by providing a retail therapy of beauty and artistry that is authentic to the ethnicity of the Himalayans
* To support the age-old traditional artistry and mastery of the Himalayan artisans by making their creations available to all.
For more info: http://www.kechara.com/shopping/
Patsy
I got to know about Kechara House through Kechara Paradise!
KP outlets truly play an important gateway to bring people to Kechara and to the dharma.
Through Kechara Paradise outlets staffs, public or newbies come for KH activities, to name a few, pujas and manjushri class. Especially our weekly Kids Manjushri Class the most popular, the size of kids growing to more than 50 ! The parents must be experince the benefits of sending their kids to KH MKC.
Not only classes and pujas benefits KH members, KP outlets quality products make Kechara welll known too. Even a small chakra for protection attracts newbies…With the expansion plan of KP outlets, i belief that KP putlets will continue to play the important role of spreading dharma and tsongkhapa doctrines to many many more people in Malaysia
I like manjushri class at Kechara House a lot, there are Manjushri Kids Class (MKC) and Adult class.
In Manjushri class for adult (http://www.kechara.com/kechara-house/education/) different departments also join to share their activities and information to the participants, some of classes talk about Buddha iconography which we gain knowledge from that.
May woo from Kechara Paradise outlet shared the activities of outlet and also explained the functions of Kechara Paradise outlets and how it play the role in Kechara Organization.
Kechara Paradise outlet (http://www.kechara.com/shopping/) also the gateway for people to enter to Kechara House, and many of Kechara members come to know us through Kechara Paradise outlets.
May Woo is making a difference at Manjushri Class. Wow, it is certainly a great way to do dharma work. The class is getting useful information from Kechara Paradise. Members of Kechara House can make an informed decision of what they can buy at kechara Paradise, so they do not need to run around all over the place looking for some religious item. In Kechara Paradise we cater to all your spiritual need at an affordable price.
Manjushri classes are beginner to intermediate Dharma discussion classes which are held every Sunday at 2-4pm at Kechara House 1, moderated by members of the Kechara House Education Committee. Topics range from practical applications of the Dharma to discussion of Rinpoche’s tweets (http://www.twitter.com/tsemtulku) or blog.
Once a month, representatives of one of the 13 departments are invited to share what their department is all about. So far, we’ve had Ruby Khong talk about KSK and this time, May Woo shared about Kechara Paradise.
Do come by and join us one Sunday and if you can’t physically make it, do log in at http://www.justin.tv/kechara and follow the class!
Henry Ooi http://www.kechara.com/about/our-team/whos-who/liaisons/henry-ooi/ is one amazing guy! A mentor and friend everyone wish to have in their lives..Henry, Ruby, May and the Kechara Paradise team is instrumental in connecting with people off the streets,… who may or may not have any inclination to spirituality. Life in the sea of samsara can never be smooth sailing..many have been safely brought to shore via Kechara Paradise which are strategically positioned acting similar to light houses!
You must visit Kechara Paradise. The people who are in Kechara Paradise are very knowledgeable…I am sure you will bring home a treasure or two…if not, you will definitely have made new friendships with the warm and welcoming crew!
Kechara organization started from a small Kechara Paradise outlet on the second floor of a shop lot in SS2 many years ago where it provides members with statues, prayer items, dharma books etc.
Over the years, it had grown to the current 5 outlets today. These outlets are very important as they bring dharma to people at their ‘door steps’. A place where Buddha’s seed is being planted in the consciousness of those who has the merit to walk into the outlets!
This is also where dharma is being imparted to those who are willing to learn. It is also a place where one can seek solace and calm their monkey mind for awhile. The serene and blessed environment exuded in the outlets enables one to walk away being ‘recharged’.
Besides providing top quality statues and offering items, Kechara Paradise is also a place where one can collect merits by volunteering their service in lending a hand to do cleaning, stock take etc.
All these are the brain child of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche and they are being carried out by Rinpoche’s dedicated students. With the blessings of Rinpoche, these outlets will grow and benefit many more in the future.
For more info, you can go to http://www.kechara.com/shopping/ or visit our e-shop http://www.kechara.com/eshop/
My very first visit to Kechara was Kechara Paradise in SS2. I have always liked it a lot because the place exudes warmth, friendship and spirituality at ever corner of the room. Prior to Kechara, I had never seen such exquisite statues before, and all things related to one’s spirituality practice. I did not even know what a mala was, at that time. And that these malas come in such different colours, can be made of pearls or any other materials we like. Most of all, I could not get over the number of different Buddha statues available. That was also the first time I laid eyes on a Tsongkhapa. I dare say Kechara Paradise’s statues are of the highest quality. After getting a statue, then we can bring it to Kechara Saraswati to make it even more beautiful. That to me, opened up a whole new way for me to enjoy my Buddha statues. Also, it was at Kechara Paradise that I first saw a thangka. Kechara Paradise outlets are very much like modern day temples masking as a shop. Rinpoche never stops finding different, creative ways to promote and spread the Dharma. All Kechara Paradise shops are slightly in their decor and personality. From KP SS2, to 1Utama to Sunway Pyramid. And I hear a new outlet is on the way as well. How lovely!
Like David said, Kechara Paradise dharma retail outlets’ humble beginning started in PJ SS2 and the brains behind it was and still is, Rinpoche. Today we have five outlets, four in the Klang Valley and one in Penang.
May Woo came prepared to Sunday Manjushri class and presented to the audience the history and operations of the outlets. Many questions were asked and duly answered by May and me.
The outlets have and are still drawing in many people into the fold of Kechara org and many have signed up as members of Kechara House Buddhist Association.
For readers who have not visited the outlets, visit us soon!
Henry Ooi
It is never a dull moment to be in Kechara Paradise, being the brainchild project of Rinpoche to bring upfront dharma to all who may not like to go to temple. Many only go to temple when they have problems. Many of us like shopping! Yes! Shopping it is. Thus, outlets manifest in various strategic places viz shopping malls and shop lots which I would say that we are more of a dharma convenient stores. It is so convenient for shoppers to connect with or near dharma while shopping! Dharma objects such as statues, books, DVD teachings, posters, thangkas, etc that is of quality and at very reasonable price, easily available to all.
Rinpoche set up the first Kechara Paradise (KP) store in SS2 many years ago, before even Kechara House (KH) was formed. It was an outlet to provide practitioners with Buddha statues, ritual items etc and it also served to be a venue for small impromptu teachings by Rinpoche.
Since, KH was formed, more Kechara Paradise stores were formed and it now served to be an brilliant and excellent gateway for those fresh-of-the-street who are literally ‘Dharma virgins’ to come and be a part of our organisation. These stores also became little places where practical Dharma advice is dispensed to those seeking it.
Over the years, we have heard so many people have gained so much from Kechara Paradise. In fact many of our current members were once curious shoppers of Kechara Paradise. Although it was originally Rinpoche’s brainchild but it was Liaison Henry Ooi and Ruby Khong who made it take off. Kudos to these two senior and loyal liaisons who made it all happened.
Kechara outlets playing an important role to invite people to the centre. To spread dharma to the grass roots in different locations. Even the public walk into the outlets and have a glimpse of the statues there, may also plant a dharma seed to them. How wonderful that May Woo shared with us the objective , mission & vision of the kechara outlets!!
more more more!!! Sacred little beautiful havens right in the heart of the city!! (and more to come – watch this space)
May, I’m sorry I couldn’t be at that teaching – I was visiting the KP outlet in Penang! whoooo! (nice that we were supporting each other – you in Manjushri class, and me in KP!).
Everyone else, visit the KP website for a spot of inspiration (www.kechara.com/paradise) and if you’re far away, go to our online store and SHOP LAH! http://www.kechara.com/eshop
This is a good way to reach out to the masses of people who would otherwise never seek spirituality in their lives. The dharma shops are to spread Dharma and plant karmic seeds and to make the holy dharma available for those who are searching for it.
Kecharians have great passion for dharma. It is undoubtedly the main reason for the organisation to grow and reach out to the masses of people. And of course, Kechara House (and the Southern region) is blessed by the presence of Tsem Tulku Rinpoche who has worked tirelessly to ensure the teachings of Buddha Shakyamuni is made available to all who wants. A definite thumbs up to all involved.
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Dorje Shugden is a protector in Tibetan Buddhism, originally a minor protector in the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism. Later adopted by the Gelug school. Has been worshipped throughout history by several schools of Tibetan Buddhism. As a wrathful manifestation of Manjushri, the Wisdom Buddha, who grants wisdom, clarity, and concentration. A protector who fulfils wishes and prayers, brings material resources,healing, and protects from harm to those who sincerely rely on. Also helps us to clear obstacles, and attracts opportunities for success, growth and in many ways. Many practitioners have benefited ultimately for helping them stay on the spiritual path. Rely on Dorje Shugden consistently over times, we will see his graceful yet powerful assistance in our lives. The prayers is indeed very powerful and have me change my life.
Thank you Rinpoche for this simplified daily prayer. Easy and convenient for everyone.
The art and science of asking questions is the source of all knowledge. Part of being successful is about asking questions and listening to the answers. Asking questions is the first way to begin change. Knowledge shared is knowledge squared. A great way to learn by reading and asking various enlightened aspects of Tsongkapa. I am still learning even I have revisit this blog on and off. Still trying to remember names of great lamas.
Thank you Rinpoche for this post.
Thangka serve as important teaching tools depicting the life of the Buddha, various influential lamas and other deities and bodhisattvas. Thangkas have also traditionally been used as a teaching tool. Tsem Rinpoche received a precious and beautiful gift of Vajrayogini from Ms. Wahyu. She have taken months and did researched and painted it beautifully. Looking at it is a blessing.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this beautiful thangka of Vajrayogini and explaining to us
Born in 1905 in the village of Nangsang in the Kham province of eastern Tibet HH Kyabje Zong Rinpoche was a master of philosophical debate. He was a powerful Tantric practitioner, well known throughout the three great Gelug monasteries of central Tibet. Wow in an early stage of his childhood he performed various magical miracles such as able to invoke a female naga goddess in a nearby lake. A master of sutra and tantra, H H Kyabje Zong Rinpoche had performed countless holy deeds and gave thousands of Dharma teachings during his lifetime. A biography of a great Master who possessed an extraordinary memory and was renowned for healing activities. Zong Rinpoche was the Guru of many great masters. Interesting read of all the miraculous stories of Kyabje Zong Rinpoche.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing of a great Master
Revisit this blog again , to have a better knowledge and understanding of a great Master. With rare and beautiful thangkas and explanation tells us more and easy I would say it. Merely looking at those thangkas is a blessing as it very precious. We are fortunate able to see and reading a life story of a great Master. I will surely be back again reading and reading it over again.
Thank you Rinpoche with folded hands.
Revisited this precious post again. Invaluable treasure indeed by just listening to the supreme path to enlightenment from HH Kyabje Zong Rinpoche an enlightened master. H H Kyabje Zong Rinpoche was a Gelug Lama and disciple of the third Trijang Rinpoche, junior tutor of the 14th Dalai Lama. A master of sutra and tantra whom was well known throughout the three great Gelug monasteries of central Tibet.
Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.
All thanks to our Guru that we are given a chance to get connected to the Sublime Queen, Vajra Yogini and collect merits along the way. The idea of making real gold-paint offerings to Vajra Yogini in KFR is indeed awesome for everyone. In Buddhism, symbolic offerings are made to the Triple Gem, giving rise to contemplative gratitude and inspiration. Making offerings to the Buddhas are acts of generosity and therefore highly meritorious.
Thank you Rinpoche with folded hands.
ndia is a land of diverse cultures, traditions, and spiritual practices. They allow religious freedom among its most enigmatic and intriguing spiritual sects are the Aghoris, a group of ascetics who are often surrounded by mystery, fear, and fascination. But the Tibetan leadership creates religious differences leading to discrimination, violence, hatred and bias against Shugden practitioners. Everyone has their rights to choose and practice whatever they want. The ban of Dorje Shugden is therefore unnecessary and illogical . In recent years religious freedom has improves.
Interesting blog of a sect of ascetic sadhus who practice a unique and extreme form of Hinduism. They are the only surviving sect of the Kapalika tradition, a Tantric form of Shaivism originated in Medieval India. The Aghoris are a fascinating and mysterious group of Hindu ascetics, who have a distinct and radical approach to spirituality. They are known for their bizarre and unconventional rituals. They live in cremation grounds, smearing ashes on their bodies, using human skulls as utensils, and eating flesh from human corpses. Aghoris are Hindu devotees of Shiva the god of destruction and transformation, and they seek to attain liberation from the endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. They see themselves as healers, both of the body and the soul. Many believe that their intense penance and devotion give them extraordinary powers.They engage in practices that challenge conventional ideas of purity, such as meditating in cremation grounds, consuming what others deem inedible, and embracing what society often shuns.
Thank you Rinpoche for this interesting sharing.
Saying thank you and showing our gratitude with a handwritten message can make all the difference in our life.At times, when our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has reason to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us. None of us who achieves success without the help of others. The wise and confident acknowledge is this help with gratitude. Let us rise up and be thankful. Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul.Its gratitude that helps us to grow and expand . And also gratitude brings joy and laughter into our life and into the lives of all those around us. Spiritually it unlocks the fullness of life and turning what we have into enough in life.
Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing
Gyenze appears in the heavenly form help us gain resources through correct means. Gyenze’s practice can also increase our life span and healing. Many activities can be accomplished through Dorje Shugden Gyenze. It is indeed a wonderful practice and blessed as many activities can be accomplished through relying on it sincerely. Attracting positive energies and resources in our daily lives and also increases our inner and outer wealth. Gyenze has helped numerous people of all walks of life regardless of religion. Gyenze is a fully enlightened Buddha therefore he makes no conditions to help anyone who sincerely requests his assistance. Helping us in resources in order to have a better life and dharma practice. Gyenze’s practice can be done daily by anyone who wishes to cultivate the energies of increase and abundance in their lives.
Thank you Rinpoche with folded hands for sharing this .
Wangze is one of Dorje Shugden’s emanations and is the most powerful deity to propitiate in order to assist us when we are facing difficult situations with difficult people and positive influence on others. Wangze’s practice can cultivate energies of power, influence, and the ability to positively influence others. Practising this practice with knowledge and understanding we may gain a firm footing on the spiritual path bringing benefit to their lives.
Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.
H H the Dalai Lama is considered as the incarnation of the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, therefore is a highly realized and attained being. Dalai Lama has been worshipping Dorje Shugden for decades, consulted his oracles, and even composed prayers for Dorje Shugden. Until 1966 suddenly, Dalai Lama imposed the ban on Dorje Shugden , saying Dorje Shugden is not good. Many incarnation have been returning again and again. Dorje Shugden’s practice does not send us to the three lower realms. Prayers composed by H.H the 14th Dalai Lama at Dungkar Monastery of Domo Geshe Rinpoche tells all and had proven it. Dalai Lama can not be wrong for some one who has the clairvoyance to see whether Dorje Shugden is good or evil. Even the 5th Dalai Lama composed prayers, and also made a statue of Dorje Shugden.
Reading this over and over as it good to know and understand better. May more people get to read this truth.
Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing.
That’s interesting with those questions and answers range on Buddhist practice and philosophy to general advice on various situations in life, we learn some knowledge. Reading and learning something from these random questions asked.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing .
Since those days in school , I have heard of these Bermuda Triangle. Will get exicted hearing interesting stories of the mysteries of these area. The Bermuda Triangle, also known as the Devil’s Triangle, is a region between Florida, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico in the North Atlantic Ocean. Over the past several centuries, more than 50 ships and 20 planes have disappeared in the area. Recording to some researchers that a parallel universe exists in the Bermuda Triangle region, causing a time or space warp that sucks the objects around it into a parallel universe. Interesting. The Bermuda Triangle, known for its mysterious disappearances. In recent years there have been several incidents in the Bermuda Triangle that have captured media attention. Interesting,ships and airplanes that seemed to have disappeared without a trace which has earned it the name ‘Devil’s Triangle. Since then nothing extraordinary has happened in the last 60 years. Some had mentioned that there are large deep ocean craters on the sea floor of the Bermuda Triangle. Could it be possible no one knows but there’s also others theory as well. Scientists still cannot solved these mysteries disappearance, were there the existing of aliens or something else.
Thank you Rinpoche and Cindy Hew for this great sharing.
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Tsem Rinpoche
About Rinpoche
Name
H.E. Tsem Rinpoche
Root Guru
H.H. Zong Rinpoche
Ordained by
H.H. the 14th Dalai Lama
Affiliations
Pukhang Khangtsen, Gaden Shartse Monastery
Founder and Spiritual Advisor, Kechara House Buddhist Association Malaysia
President, Tsem Rinpoche Foundation, Inc.
Honorary Doctor of Psychology, The Open International University
Hear the holy voice of Kyabje Zong Rinpoche giving advice on the practice of Dorje Shugden to those who had received the life-entrustment initiation. Kyabje Zong Rinpoche wanted to make sure those present received the maximum benefits from their practice, and that they kept their practice well. LEARN MORE >>
In Tibetan Buddhism, it is always said that whatever we practice must come from an enlightened source to be beneficial in our spiritual journey. As such in this video, Kyabje Zong Rinpoche shares with us the history and reincarnation lineage of Dorje Shugden to explain how great this Dharma protector is through the examples of his previous lives, showing us his powerful spiritual attainments. LEARN MORE >>
Dear everyone... This is a good condensed talk I gave on Guru Yoga of Tsongkapa. This is the one you should share with others when they are interested in a not too lengthy explanation. It is the perfect practice for everyone who wants simplicity yet effective blessings. You can share this with more people, it will be good.
"If you say you don't have money to help a animal shelter, why then do you have money to buy meat?"
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Eating animals is not our God-given right, but being kind to them is."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"What makes us good humans is not how we abuse animals, but how much we allow them to live and be happy freely."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"We need another and wiser and perhaps a more mythical concept of animals.... We patronize them for their incompleteness, for their tragic fate of having taken form so far below ourselves. And therein we err, and greatly err. For the animal shall not be measured by man. In a world older and more complex than ours they moved finished and complete, gifted with extensions of the senses we have lost or never attained, living by voices we shall never hear. They are not brethren, they are not underlings; they are other nations, caught with ourselves in the net of life and time, fellow prisoners of the splendour and travail of the earth."
~ Henry Beston, The Outermost House
"Not eating animals is only unnatural when we are not used to it."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
MOTIVATIONAL QUOTES
"We may encounter defeat, but we must not be defeated."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"What you are today, is the choice you made yesterday."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"You think you can choose your life? What an ego trip!"
~ Lama Yeshe
"If TODAY you are dissatisfied, you must make the changes to create different results for TOMORROW."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
SPIRITUAL QUOTES
“Meditating on Dorje Shugden while reciting his mantra will open the gateways to higher dimensions, blessings and protection.”
~ Tsem Rinpoche
“If one does the recitation of the Lama Tsongkhapa guru yoga prayer for even one month using one of the visualizations for great or clear or quick wisdom, one will definitely see development of that wisdom. It is proved by experience. There is no doubt that by doing the Lama Tsongkhapa guru yoga practice one can meet Lama Tsongkhapa’s teachings from life to life. And furthermore, it gives one the opportunity to be born in the pure realm of Lama Tsongkhapa, Tushita, whenever death happens.”
~ Pabongkha Rinpoche
"I was 18 years old in 1983. That was a very special year as I met His Holiness Kyabje Zong Rinpoche and received innumerable precious teachings and empowerments from Him at Thubten Dhargye Ling Centre in Los Angeles, California. It was the best time of my life. A time that seems so magical and surreal to me. Kyabje Zong Rinpoche is Heruka Buddha and I met Heruka."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"If being me offends you, maybe I'm not the problem."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Never abandon your spiritual teacher no matter how many inner obstacles you need to overcome."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Actions to force something to be permanent makes all the karmas arise."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"The dharma is not easy to listen to… because some people take it as criticism. But Dharma should not be just feel good only for the moment but for deeper contemplations."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Whether we do work and suffer but for others or we do work and suffer for ourselves, either way we have to suffer. That is the nature of samsara. So let us suffer for others and then suffering has meaning."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Those who really want the dharma to grow within themselves and to grow for others should never fear hard work, timing, difficulties, struggles, disappointments because it is for a good cause. Working for Dharma is not a prison or work, but it is purely spiritual practice. It is purely collection of merit and purification. Actually not doing dharma work is the real prison."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"His Holiness Zong Rinpoche stressed the need to continue to practice even when we come up against obstacles, and that we should continually review our progress. He stated that a happy, luxurious life was like a good dream, and that obstacles and difficulties were like a bad dream. We should give them no significance, but simply carry on working towards real, everlasting happiness."
~ Ngala ’ö-Dzin Tridral
"Things in samsara always go wrong. That's its nature. Don't be surprised."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Knowledge never quenches the thirst, only application."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
LIFE QUOTES
"I pity men who occupy themselves exclusively with the transitory in things and lose themselves in the study of what is perishable, since we are here for this very end-that we may make the perishable imperishable, which we can do only after we have learned how to approach both."
~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
"Money amplifies negative characteristics and that can cause problems.
To walk away from that was actually very easy. I didn't even consider it."
~ Angeline Francis Khoo
"I shall not commit the fashionable stupidity of regarding everything I cannot explain as a fraud."
~ Carl Jung
"There is a devil there is no doubt, but is he trying to get into us or trying to get out?"
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"If you love someone, show it by being honest, respectful & honorable with them."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see."
~ Henry David Thoreau
"If I can just be the way I am & you the way you are & we accept each other, world peace is near."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"I am Asian, you are some other beautiful color. Together we make diversity so beautiful."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"It's amazing how some people have never met me or know who I am, but based on a few things they read here & there & rumours, they have formulated a new personality for me & all the things I've never done they passionately speak about....I find it funny and entertaining now. I guess we can't spend our lives fighting rumours...we just have to work hard & then rumours get proven wrong on it's own as a by product. No point explaining repeatedly. Just do our work & show results!!"
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"There's a difference between patience and laziness. Patience comes from respect while laziness from disrespect of others."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Although outwardly we have so much, we have so many conveniences, inwardly we have become more unhappy, so, acquisition is not the secret to happiness. The more we get, the more we have, the more unhappy we become."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Before we experience any pain, we already had a fixed view of how things should be. When the experience we encounter contradicts our views, then the pain arises. The pain arises due to our fixed views not so much the experience itself. So the secret is changing the views. Re-educating ourselves on our views."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"You know since very young, for better or worse, I always did the things that others told me not to do. I wasn't really good at following the rules. Even now with how I share Dharma and my practice, I just do it the way I think it should be done but I do it sincerely. Not what others tell me what I can and can't do."
~ Tsem Rinpoche
"Love me or hate me, both are in my favor... If you love me, I'll always be in your heart... If you hate me, I'll always be in your mind."
~ William Shakespeare
"One isn't necessarily born with courage, but one is born with potential. Without courage, we cannot practice any other virtue with consistency. We can't be kind, true, merciful, generous or honest."
~ Maya Angelou
Devotional Songs
Sung by Mary Fewel Tulin, these mystical songs in praise of the guru originate from the Sikh tradition. Yet, they are applicable to all traditions for those who want to venerate their guru.
The Known and unknown are both feared,
Known is being comfortable and stagnant,
The unknown may be growth and opportunities,
One shall never know if one fears the unknown more than the known.
Who says the unknown would be worse than the known?
But then again, the unknown is sometimes worse than the known. In the end nothing is known unless we endeavour,
So go pursue all the way with the unknown,
because all unknown with familiarity becomes the known.
~Tsem Rinpoche
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5 years ago
According to legend, Shambhala is a place where wisdom and love reign, and there is no crime. Doesn't this sound like the kind of place all of us would love to live in? https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/?p=204874
5 years ago
108 candles and sang (incense) offered at our Wish-Fulfilling Grotto, invoking Dorje Shugden's blessings for friends, sponsors and supporters, wonderful!
5 years ago
Dharmapalas are not exclusive to Tibetan culture and their practice is widespread throughout the Buddhist world - https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/?p=193645
5 years ago
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
5 years ago
Fragrant organic Thai basil harvested from our very own Kechara Forest Retreat farm!
5 years ago
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.
5 years ago
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
5 years ago
It's very nice to see volunteers helping maintain holy sites in Kechara Forest Retreat, it's very good for them. Cleaning Buddha statues is a very powerful and effective way of purifying body karma.
5 years ago
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.
5 years ago
One of the most recent harvests from our Kechara Forest Retreat land. It was grown free of chemicals and pesticides, wonderful!
6 years ago
Third picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
Height: 33ft (10m)
6 years ago
Second picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
Height: 33ft (10m)
6 years ago
First picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
Height: 33ft (10m)
6 years ago
The first title published by Kechara Comics is Karuna Finds A Way. It tells the tale of high-school sweethearts Karuna and Adam who had what some would call the dream life. Everything was going great for them until one day when reality came knocking on their door. Caught in a surprise swindle, this loving family who never harmed anyone found themselves out of luck and down on their fortune. Determined to save her family, Karuna goes all out to find a solution. See what she does- https://bit.ly/2LSKuWo
6 years ago
Very powerful story! Tibetan Resistance group Chushi Gangdruk reveals how Dalai Lama escaped in 1959- https://bit.ly/2S9VMGX
6 years ago
At Kechara Forest Retreat land we have nice fresh spinach growing free of chemicals and pesticides. Yes!
Fresh eggplants grown on Kechara Forest Retreat's land here in Malaysia
6 years ago
Most Venerable Uppalavanna – The Chief Female Disciple of Buddha Shakyamuni - She exhibited many supernatural abilities gained from meditation and proved to the world females and males are equal in spirituality- https://bit.ly/31d9Rat
Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha.
6 years ago
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.
6 years ago
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.
6 years ago
Wandering Ascetic Painting by Nirdesha Munasinghe
6 years ago
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
6 years ago
This is pretty amazing!
First Sri Lankan Buddhist temple opened in Dubai!!!
6 years ago
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
6 years ago
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
6 years ago
This story is a life-changer. Learn about the incredible Forest Man of India | 印度“森林之子”- https://bit.ly/2Eh4vRS
6 years ago
Part 2-Beautiful billboard in Malaysia of a powerful Tibetan hero whose life serves as a great inspiration- https://bit.ly/2UltNE4
6 years ago
Part 1-Beautiful billboard in Malaysia of a powerful Tibetan hero whose life serves as a great inspiration- https://bit.ly/2UltNE4
6 years ago
The great Protector Manjushri Dorje Shugden depicted in the beautiful Mongolian style. To download a high resolution file: https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
6 years ago
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
DON'T MISS THIS!~How brave Bonnie survived by living with a herd of deer~ https://bit.ly/2Lre2eY
6 years ago
Global Superpower China Will Cut Meat Consumption by 50%! Very interesting, find out more- https://bit.ly/2V1sJFh
6 years ago
You can download this beautiful Egyptian style Dorje Shugden Free- https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
6 years ago
Beautiful high file for print of Lord Manjushri. May you be blessed- https://bit.ly/2V8mwZe
6 years ago
Mongolian (Oymiakon) Shaman in Siberia, Russia. That is his real outfit he wears. Very unique. TR
6 years ago
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
6 years ago
Manjusri Kumara (bodhisattva of wisdom), India, Pala dynesty, 9th century, stone, Honolulu Academy of Arts
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5 years ago
Pig puts his toys away
Animals are so intelligent. They can feel happiness, joy, pain, sorrow, just like humans. Always show kindness to them. Always show kindness to everyone.
6 years ago
Always be kind to animals-They deserve to live just like us.
Whales and dolphins playing with each other in the Pacific sea. Nature is truly incredible!
6 years ago
Bodha stupa July 2019-
Rainy period
6 years ago
Cute Tara girl having a snack. She is one of Kechara Forest Retreat’s resident doggies.
6 years ago
Your Next Meal!
Yummy? Tasty? Behind the scenes of the meat on your plates. Meat is a killing industry.
6 years ago
This is Daw
This is what they do to get meat on tables, and to produce belts and jackets. Think twice before your next purchase.
6 years ago
Don’t Take My Mummy Away!
Look at the poor baby chasing after the mother. Why do we do that to them? It's time to seriously think about our choices in life and how they affect others. Be kind. Don't break up families.
6 years ago
They do this every day!
This is how they are being treated every day of their lives. Please do something to stop the brutality. Listen to their cries for help!
6 years ago
What happened at Fair Oaks Farm?
The largest undercover dairy investigation of all time. See what they found out at Fair Oaks Farm.
6 years ago
She’s going to spend her whole life here without being able to move correctly. Like a machine. They are the slaves of the people and are viewed as a product. It’s immoral. Billions of terrestrial animals die annually. Billions. You can’t even imagine it. And all that because people don’t want to give up meat, even though there are so many alternatives. ~ Gabriel Azimov
6 years ago
Our Malaysian Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir speaks so well, logically and regarding our country’s collaboration with China for growth. It is refreshing to listen to Dr. Mahathir’s thoughts. He said our country can look to China for many more things such as technology and so on. Tsem Rinpoche
6 years ago
This is the first time His Holiness Dalai Lama mentions he had some very serious illness. Very worrying. This video is captured April 2019.
6 years ago
Beautiful Monastery in Hong Kong
6 years ago
This dog thanks his hero in such a touching way. Tsem Rinpoche
These people going on pilgrimage to a holy mountain and prostrating out of devotion and for pilgrimage in Tibet. Such determination for spiritual practice. Tsem Rinpoche
6 years ago
Beautiful new casing in Kechara for Vajra Yogini. Tsem Rinpoche
6 years ago
Get ready to laugh real hard. This is Kechara’s version of “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane!” We have some real talents in this video clip.
6 years ago
Recitation of Dorje Dermo‘s mantra or the Dharani of Glorious Vajra Claws. This powerful mantra is meant to destroy all obstacles that come in our way. Beneficial to play this mantra in our environments.
6 years ago
Beautiful
Beautiful sacred Severed Head Vajra Yogini from Tsem Rinpoche's personal shrine.
6 years ago
My little monster cute babies Dharma and Oser. Take a look and get a cute attack for the day! Tsem Rinpoche
6 years ago
Plse watch this short video and see how all sentient beings are capable of tenderness and love. We should never hurt animals nor should we eat them. Tsem Rinpoche
6 years ago
Cruelty of some people have no limits and it’s heartbreaking. Being kind cost nothing. Tsem Rinpoche
6 years ago
SUPER ADORABLE and must see
Tsem Rinpoche's dog Oser girl enjoying her snack in her play pen.
We were told by Uncle Wong he is very faithful toward Dorje Shugden. Dorje Shugden has extended help to him on several occasions and now Uncle Wong comes daily to make incense offerings to Dorje Shugden. He is grateful towards the help he was given.
6 years ago
Tsem Rinpoche’s Schnauzer Dharma boy fights Robot sphere from Arkonide！
6 years ago
Cute baby owl found and rescued
We rescued a lost baby owl in Kechara Forest Retreat.
6 years ago
Nice cups from Kechara!!
Dorje Shugden people's lives matter!
6 years ago
Enjoy a peaceful morning at Kechara Forest Retreat
Chirping birds and other forest animals create a joyful melody at the Vajrayogini stupa in Kechara Forest Retreat (Bentong, Malaysia).
7 years ago
This topic is so hot in many circles right now.
This video is thought-provoking and very interesting. Watch! Thanks so much to our friends at LIVEKINDLY.
7 years ago
Chiropractic CHANGES LIFE for teenager with acute PAIN & DEAD LEG.
7 years ago
BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN NEW YORK STATE-AMAZING.
7 years ago
Leonardo DiCaprio takes on the meat Industry with real action.
7 years ago
Do psychic mediums have messages from beyond?
7 years ago
Lovely gift for my 52nd Birthday. Tsem Rinpoche
7 years ago
This 59-year-old chimpanzee was refusing food and ready to die until...
she received “one last visit from an old friend” 💔💔
7 years ago
Bigfoot sighted again and made it to the news.
7 years ago
Casper is such a cute and adorable. I like him.
7 years ago
Dorje Shugden Monastery Amarbayasgalant Mongolia's Ancient Hidden Gem
7 years ago
Don't you love Hamburgers? See how 'delicious' it is here!
7 years ago
Such a beautiful and powerful message from a person who knows the meaning of life. Tsem Rinpoche
7 years ago
What the meat industry figured out is that you don't need healthy animals to make a profit.
Sick animals are more profitable... farms calculate how close to death they can keep animals without killing them.
That's the business model.
How quickly they can be made to grow, how tightly they can be packed, how much or how little can they eat, how sick they can get without dying...
We live in a world in which it's conventional to treat an animal like a block of wood.
~ Jonathan Safran Foer
7 years ago
This video went viral and it's a must watch!!
7 years ago
SEE HOW THIS ANIMAL SERIAL KILLER HAS NO ISSUE BLUDGEONING THIS DEFENSELESS BEING.
This happens daily in slaughterhouse so you can get your pork and Bak ku teh. Stop eating meat.
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January 17, 2025 05:29
Barbara asked:It says my karma debt number is nonepastor answered:Dear Barbara,
Karmic debt numbers represent aspects of yourself that you need to face and work on in this life. These aspects come from decisions and actions that you have made in previous lives that have an impact in this life for your spiritual growth.
According to numerology, having a karmic debt number of "0" doesn't mean that you don't have any karma. It means that rather than having a specific karmically caused aspect that you need to deal with, you actually have to manifest your ability/potential for change in a positive direction. Find something that you are passionate about that helps others, and go all the way with it.
For example, Mahatma Gandhi had a karmic debt number of "0" but he ended up being part of the freedom movement in India, which ultimately changed the course of the entire Indian sub-continent.
From a Buddhist aspect, it could be explained as you having no overtly powerful habitual karmic aspect that has opened in this birth. For example, you don't have overly powerful habitual patterns of jealousy or lust. You do have these of course, but they are not so strong in shaping your actions as if you had another karmic debt number. For those people, they would really need to work on such emotions deeply in order to overcome negative situations in life.
I hope this explanation helps.
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3 days ago
Animals Liberation @ Kechara Ipoh Study Group - Guan Sun
1 week ago
Animal liberation took place at Gyenze Chapel, Kechara Forest Retreat. One of the birds flew out, and it seemed as if the bird was telling us, “I am free now.” ~ Alice
1 week ago
Through the blessings from our Guru, His Eminence Kyabje Tsem Rinpoche, Kechara Ipoh Study Group members have gathered on Sunday morning and carried out Animals Liberation activity with Medicine Buddha mantra recitations. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
2 weeks ago
11th Jan 2025 Kechara Penang Study Group weekly DS puja led by Pastor Seng Piow. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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Puja attendees @ DS puja on 4th Jan 2025. First puja of the year. Happy New Year! Do come and join us every Saturday, 3pm at 49, Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown. Aspire to benefit before we expire! Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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The men are in action! Spring cleaning at Kechara Penang DS Chapel before DS puja. Tang offered muar Chee and meals to some of the members. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta. 4th Jan 2025
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4th Jan 2025 Spring cleaning at Kechara Penang DS Chapel @ 49, Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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4th Jan 2024, started off the year of 2025 with spring cleaning before Dorje Shugden puja. Kechara Penang Study Group uploaded by Jacinta.
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The strong and powerful women that dedicated part of their lives in spiritual practice through attending weekly puja. 28th Dec 2024 Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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Kechara Penang Study Group's biggest support and backbone have been them ~ highly motivated, devotional and selfless men. Thanks and grateful having you guys. Kechara Penang Study Group last puja of the year 2024 (28th Dec) , by Jacinta.
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Last puja of the year on 28th Dec 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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Offerings offered during DS puja @Kechara Penang DS chapel. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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#Throwback 23/11/2024 DS puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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#Throwback DS puja cum recitation of Namasangiti at Kechara Penang on 26th October 2024.
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#Throwback Kechara Penang Activities for the month of October 2024. Dorje Shugden puja was done on 5th October 2024.
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Look at how attentive of the members during Dharma talk. It is through hearing, contemplation and practicing Dharma, one is able to eradicate delusions and march towards liberation. 28/9/2024 Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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Pastor did dharma sharing on KFR retreat puja, purification after retreat and karma. Kechara Penang weekly puja. Pic taken by Siew Hong.
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Under the guidance from Pastor Seng Piow, Kechara Penang Study Group members completed our weekly Dorje Shugden Puja. 28th September 2024 by Jacinta.
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Sponsors' packages nicely decorated nd offered up on behalf. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Completed Dorje Shugden puja cum recitation of Namasangiti on 14th September 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group, uploaded by Jacinta.
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Known as Merdeka Day (31st Aug 2024), our Kechara Penang members celebrated this day with Dorje Shugden and his entourage by doing a DS puja together with recitation of Namasangiti. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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24th Aug 2024, Kechara Penang Study Group members have completed weekly puja. A variety of kuihs and fruits were offered up on behalf of sponsors. By Jacinta
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At the point of the passing, the only thing that will help us and our loved ones is the Dharma. Hence, try to chant mantra, do pujas, giving alms and etc during this period. Bereavement puja by Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Bereavement puja by Kechara Penang Study Group. May the deceased has good rebirth and the family members find solace in the Three Jewels. Thanks to Rinpoche for He always taught us about practising compassion through action. By Jacinta
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Thanks to Sharyn, the florist came and arranged on the spot! What a lovely and colourful bunch flowers attractively arranged to Buddha as offerings. 2nd Penang DS retreat of the year (2024), uploaded by Jacinta.
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As usual, a retreat will not be complete without nice tormas. Pastor Patsy and our dear Penang members ~ Swee Bee, Tang, Jasmine and Siew Hong came together as a perfect and united team in completing it. Penang DS Retreat 17-18th Aug 2024 by Jacinta.
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A picture that says all. Thanks to Pastor Seng Piow, 12 retreatants and 51sponsors that make this event a successful one. See you all in our next retreat. Kam Siah. A simple yet full of gratitude note by Choong, uploaded by Jacinta.
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Offerings being set up, getting ready to start the first day of Kechara Penang Group's retreat. By Jacinta
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As H. E. The 25th Tsem Tulku Rinpoche had mentioned a retreat is time taken away from our ordinary, daily, mundane activities specifically to focus on deeper meditation, deeper meditational practices to gain some benefits. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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Retreat started for the second half of the year, 17th Aug 2024. We have new participants and those regulars. Thanks to Pastor Seng Piow and Choong for organising it. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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10th Aug 2024. Kechara Penang Study Group completed DS puja, led by Siew Hong. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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Thank you Pastor Seng Piow for the dharma sharing and leading today's puja 3rd August 2024. Pic by Siew Hong and uploaded by Jacinta.
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Puja sponsorships packages of RM100, RM 50 and RM30. Really appreciate the continuous support for our Penang DS Chapel. 28/7/2024 By Jacinta
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Completed weekly puja at Penang DS Chapel. 27th July 2024 by Jacinta.
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I got to know May Woo in Kh1 when I was a volunteer there. At that time KH2 as not set up yet nor the other KH premises that is exsting now. It was only KH1 that all KH activities were held. She was the only fulltime staff and administrator for Kechara House. She is a very good administrator and single handedly she managed the centre keeping the place very organised. She is not a very chatty person. She was happy to work quietly in KH1. Then KH2 was formed. One day Rinpoche gave a dharma talk and during the talk Rinpoche ask May whether she can go to work in the outlet. She refused. Rinpoche has a reason for asking her. Later only did she accept. In the outlets she has benefited Kechara a lot by her sales. And she can even give talks to the public confidently.
I am happy for May Woo’s commitment in the Dharma and all that she has been doing all these years. She is one lady, straight, hardworking, result-driven and really passionate about the Dharma work which she is involved in. There has been many instances whereby she has single handedly make some projects within the organization executed without any flaws.
Being in the outlets, one must be very passionate about the Dharma and May Woo is one person who is passionate about it. Rinpoche has mentioned many times that the entire Kechara Organization is like that of a Mandala with KEchara House as the central palace where out Yidam Deity LAma TSongkhapa resides and the outlets are the main gateways to gain access to the palace.
As such, the staff and people representing the entire Organization must be knowledgeable and well studied in order to be able to nurture people from the public into the mandala.
I commend May Woo for her hard work and dedication in the outlets and wish her all success in her Dharma endeavors.
I have worked with people from Kechara Paradise first hand, and I can tell you that they are very rare Dharma practitioners. Fore not only do they know many things, the iconography of the Buddhas, the setting of altars, the signification of ritual objects, the particular ways that different buddhas can help us, the content of every Dharma book, the activities of Kechara House different departments, and much more.
Not only do they know all that, but they know how to communicate about it, training every day with customers from many different backgrounds and divere, or little, knowledge in Dharma and buddhsme.
They are a well of information.
Dear May Woo,
You were the first person I bought something from at Kechara Paradise Bangsar. I think it was a Green Tara chakra. You were very friendly, helpful and warm. You have always played your part as the front runner for Kechara House. Please continue to be the soldier that you are. You gave me a good impression of Kechara house. Many of us had our first encounter of Kechara House with you and the dedicated team of front runners at Kechara Paradise. Please keep your spirits flying high. May sales grow and grow and more outlets pop up everywhere.
With folded hands,
Wee Liang
As one of people who got to know Kechara via the Kechara Paradise outlets, I owe my spiritual awakening to the kindness of my guru who came up with the concept of dharma outlets to spread dharma, the kind sponsors who came up with the necessary means to open up the outlets in shopping malls and the kind staffs and volunteers who are ever so patient to explain what it’s all about.
I’m ashamed that what attracted me to enter the outlet for the first time was the word ‘sale’ on one of the items. It was a beautiful Tibetan singing bowl. One thing led to another, and pretty soon I had my own alter ! Never have I dreamed that I would have my own alter. Even though I had alters while living with my parents, I could never understand what they were about. With the help of the staffs/friends in the kechara outlets, I could finally understand and my faith in Buddhism grew. There’s too many stories relating to the Kechara Paradise outlets, my only regret is that I did not walk into one earlier in my life. Better late than never I guess 🙂
I support the donation boxes. I like putting money in them because I know where they go. Mumu boxes creates the causes for Kechara Animal Sanctuary to grow. Kechara Soup Kitchen boxes creates the causes for more homeless and urban poor to get off the streets and live a better life. I would like to thank Elize, johnny & a vegetarian restaurant owner who are jointly contributing 50 packets of cooked food to ksk weekly and oscar who is contributing 5 packets of food too because they are creating the causes for 55 in total of people to be less hungry. May you all be healthy and may you all live to an old ripe age so that you can benefit people through Kechara House and Kechara Soup Kitchen!
Congradulations to Aunty May Woo for giving a talk on something that could give people more information on a branch related to the Dharma. Dharma outlets should be place in much more open places or more chinese areas. They should not be concealed on a floor above and they should have a big sign. I like that outlets are a gateway for the general community to make offerings to the sangha. It will help people much more as they know that their money does not turn into a pile of profit but becomes sometime meaningfull. Aunty May Woo looks extremely serious in the picture. I can tell that she was very in to the talk.
wow!! I’ve known may woo since she was still serving as the Kechara House admin 3 years ago in 2007. She has come such a long way then. her character has improved so much and she can now give Dharma talks! I feel so excited for her growth and the people thats she has inspired through the outlets so far!
I had the great fortune to volunteer in the outlets for a short period of time and it felt really good to be able to meet so many different people and bring Dharma to them through the outlets. It is a very amazing experience and it accelerates Dharma practice because of the subconscious pressure to represent Kechara and the Dharma well. But the best part is people getting inspired from your experience, and seek the same too from Kechara.
May Woo…..We have quite a few common things to share. First we were both born in the same year,not telling you which year of course. We live opposite across the street from each other. We are both named by Rinpoche as “the Pyramids”…. Don’t know why but I guess something like Ancient Treasures? I hope.
I have come to know May Woo actually through a business deal in 2004 when I was working on a heallth care project. Henry met May Woo in my office as Henry and Angel were introducing their lines of herbal pills medication. Henry got May interested in some of the herbal pills he was marketing, May bought some from Henry. So now you all know why May is working for the outlet
May came to me as a strong lady with much determination. She knows exactly what she wants. May is reliable and if she promises you something, you can be assured that it will be done by hook or by crook. It’s good to see May in action, talking and sharing with passion about Kechara Paradise to the newbies in Manjushri class.
Terima Kasih Rinpoche!
I was at this talk and most of the time, the mike landed on Henry! LOL But it was great to learn more, how KP started off and expanded to be what it is today. Learned a lot from Henry & May’s sharing and tackling of questions.
Made an effort to be in KP Bangsar after the talk, mixed around the staff and did my finale shopping at that outlet…
I guess it’s true.. most people, like myself included, were exposed to Rinpoche & Kechara via the KP Outlets.
Dated back to the year 2000, after hearing from a mutual friend, I visited KP SS2 for 2-3 times and that marked my ‘journey’…
Can’t wait to see and visit the new KP in SS2 & Cheras!
Signs of renewal and growth for Kechara Paradise and the ‘Kecharaian’ family! Sadhu!
Manjushri class is very good for new people who just in dharma. Normally in manjushri class the sharing session is very important for those who attend. They can learn more from sharing and discussion. In kechara house we have English and Chinese manjushri class. English class is on Sunday 2pm afternoon and Chinese manjushri is on every Friday, 8pm.
What you learn in manjushri class?
First, the foundation of dharma knowledge
Second, make friend and sharing
Third, the mission of Kechara Organization
Fourth, the vision of spiritual guide
Some of people like to social, share, make friend, know more dharma, please join our manjushri class immediately. If you feel bored and free like a bird, come to Kechara and join our Manjushri make your life become better!!!( http://www.kechara.com/kechara-house/education/)
Being 2 ½ years working in the outlet, I’ve seen people going downhill and uphill, how Rinpoche attack their ego and to break their ego, how the people around me stand up after they have a great fall, facing through difficulties one after another, and now they are still here doing so good or even better than before.
MAY WOO is definitely ONE of them!!!
My first impression of May Woo is very serious and not easy to get close to, but after knowing her better, oh!!! It is not really, she is friendly erm… sometimes, but still, it is not easy to deal with her sometimes, but being a sincere dharma practitioner, I notice she’s changed a lot; her mind has become more stable as compared to last time, she is not so much into her mood nowadays, her care for others has increased so much, seeing her moving forward and forward in her spiritual practice, it really inspire me, she has set another good example for other people to follow in Kechara Paradise and even outsiders.
Dharma outlet is a gateway for people to enter into their spiritual practice, with May’s knowledge and experience, she has helped and advised a lot of people while during her outlet duty.
She has done a very good presentation that day, she explain very clearly what Kechara Paradise is all about, it is not something that anyone can do it, it really needs a lot of knowledge and experience. I really salute her.
What a great person I’ve met!!!
By the way, her presentation was conducted in Kechara House during Sunday Manjushri class http://www.kechara.com/kechara-house/education/
Kechara Paradise Outlets started from the 1st store in SS2 ten years ago, today we have total 4 stores in Klang velley and 1 store in Penang.
Kechara Paradise was originally Rinpoche’s brainchild and Liaison Henry and Ruby who royal and devoted hand on and made it expand with kindness sponsors who trust in Rinpoche’s vision.
Our statues are hand pick one by one with correct iconography and it will be inserted with mantra and consecrate. We have staffs whom are there to serve you and share with you Dharma knowledge. We also assist you to start your spiritual path with your 1st statue, 1st altar and even a daily prayer.
Latest news : The 1st store which on 2nd floor in ss2 is going to relocate to ground floor at Jalan ss2/67. Catch up for news of soft opening day and pls come visit us.
wan
For me Kechara Paradise is like a oasis in a desert here in Malaysia. What I meant was, it used to be hard to look for statues and praying materials from the Himalayas in Malaysia is very hard. Without Rinpoche’s idea of manifesting Dharma outlet and going out to do roadshows, we would not have spreaded Kechara’s awareness that quick.
I myself had benefitted from this because I came to know about Kechara and Rinpoche through one of their roadshows back in 2007. I wouldn’t have gone through what would be the most meaningful period of my life if Rinpoche had not came out with this brilliant idea.
I wish more and more people will be in Dharma through the outlets.
Kechara Paradise came into existence even before Kechara House , the mother temple of the Kechara organization.
I was told Rinpoche used to give talk in the room behind the main showroom and it was packed with people. From here many new ideas that gave rise to the current 12 departments were conceived .
I remember my first visit to Kechara Paradise way back in 2005. There were many shelves filled with little items , dharma books and statues but what attracted my attention was all the pictures of masters from the different lineages and religions. I thought to myself – Tsem Rinpoche must be a very open minded teacher.
True enough, in his public teachings Rinpoche always praises holy teachers like Gandhi, Mother Teresa etc. He truly rejoices in the deeds of these great beings.
Kechara Paradise now has 5 outlets. The humble, original KP ss2 will move to a ground floor shop soon. Do check out for KP’s latest news at http://www.kechara.com/shopping/
Kechara Paradise located in SS2 (fondly known as KPSS2) had a very humble beginning. Just the other day I was relating how I had received an invitation to visit the store when it first opened its doors. The brainchild of Rinpoche, now we have 4 other outlets in the Klang Valley and 1 in Penang.
And now 10 years on, we are moving – the next few days are going to be hectic as we count, pack, label almost everything in this store as we prepare to “move house” – to the ground floor of a shop lot just one road to the back of this present shop. It was through this very first Dharma outlet that many students and friends become connected and just because we are moving, does not mean that the connection will stop there. In fact, we hope to reach out to many more people, let their lives be touched by Dharma, just as ours have been.
Kechara Paradise SS2 holds many memories. It was not easy back in those days when no one had any experience in running a retail outlet. However though perseverance and hard work by loyal dedicated students of Rinpoche, Kechara Paradise now has 5 outlets with another one on the way. And Kechara Paradise SS2 is moving to a ground floor shoplot.
The outlets not only sell beautiful statues, thangkas, offering items, books and DVDs at reasonable price but acts as a gateway to attract shoppers to connect with dharma. Therefore Kechara Paradise mission is
* To spread Dharma and plant Dharmic seeds to those who are seeking for it
* To encourage people in their Dharma practice by providing all the necessities
* To help the poor, those less fortunate and the needy from all our proceeds
* To serve both the spiritual and non-spiritual customers by providing a retail therapy of beauty and artistry that is authentic to the ethnicity of the Himalayans
* To support the age-old traditional artistry and mastery of the Himalayan artisans by making their creations available to all.
For more info: http://www.kechara.com/shopping/
Patsy
I got to know about Kechara House through Kechara Paradise!
KP outlets truly play an important gateway to bring people to Kechara and to the dharma.
Through Kechara Paradise outlets staffs, public or newbies come for KH activities, to name a few, pujas and manjushri class. Especially our weekly Kids Manjushri Class the most popular, the size of kids growing to more than 50 ! The parents must be experince the benefits of sending their kids to KH MKC.
Not only classes and pujas benefits KH members, KP outlets quality products make Kechara welll known too. Even a small chakra for protection attracts newbies…With the expansion plan of KP outlets, i belief that KP putlets will continue to play the important role of spreading dharma and tsongkhapa doctrines to many many more people in Malaysia
I like manjushri class at Kechara House a lot, there are Manjushri Kids Class (MKC) and Adult class.
In Manjushri class for adult (http://www.kechara.com/kechara-house/education/) different departments also join to share their activities and information to the participants, some of classes talk about Buddha iconography which we gain knowledge from that.
May woo from Kechara Paradise outlet shared the activities of outlet and also explained the functions of Kechara Paradise outlets and how it play the role in Kechara Organization.
Kechara Paradise outlet (http://www.kechara.com/shopping/) also the gateway for people to enter to Kechara House, and many of Kechara members come to know us through Kechara Paradise outlets.
May Woo is making a difference at Manjushri Class. Wow, it is certainly a great way to do dharma work. The class is getting useful information from Kechara Paradise. Members of Kechara House can make an informed decision of what they can buy at kechara Paradise, so they do not need to run around all over the place looking for some religious item. In Kechara Paradise we cater to all your spiritual need at an affordable price.
Manjushri classes are beginner to intermediate Dharma discussion classes which are held every Sunday at 2-4pm at Kechara House 1, moderated by members of the Kechara House Education Committee. Topics range from practical applications of the Dharma to discussion of Rinpoche’s tweets (http://www.twitter.com/tsemtulku) or blog.
Once a month, representatives of one of the 13 departments are invited to share what their department is all about. So far, we’ve had Ruby Khong talk about KSK and this time, May Woo shared about Kechara Paradise.
Do come by and join us one Sunday and if you can’t physically make it, do log in at http://www.justin.tv/kechara and follow the class!
Henry Ooi http://www.kechara.com/about/our-team/whos-who/liaisons/henry-ooi/ is one amazing guy! A mentor and friend everyone wish to have in their lives..Henry, Ruby, May and the Kechara Paradise team is instrumental in connecting with people off the streets,… who may or may not have any inclination to spirituality. Life in the sea of samsara can never be smooth sailing..many have been safely brought to shore via Kechara Paradise which are strategically positioned acting similar to light houses!
You must visit Kechara Paradise. The people who are in Kechara Paradise are very knowledgeable…I am sure you will bring home a treasure or two…if not, you will definitely have made new friendships with the warm and welcoming crew!
Kechara organization started from a small Kechara Paradise outlet on the second floor of a shop lot in SS2 many years ago where it provides members with statues, prayer items, dharma books etc.
Over the years, it had grown to the current 5 outlets today. These outlets are very important as they bring dharma to people at their ‘door steps’. A place where Buddha’s seed is being planted in the consciousness of those who has the merit to walk into the outlets!
This is also where dharma is being imparted to those who are willing to learn. It is also a place where one can seek solace and calm their monkey mind for awhile. The serene and blessed environment exuded in the outlets enables one to walk away being ‘recharged’.
Besides providing top quality statues and offering items, Kechara Paradise is also a place where one can collect merits by volunteering their service in lending a hand to do cleaning, stock take etc.
All these are the brain child of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche and they are being carried out by Rinpoche’s dedicated students. With the blessings of Rinpoche, these outlets will grow and benefit many more in the future.
For more info, you can go to http://www.kechara.com/shopping/ or visit our e-shop http://www.kechara.com/eshop/
My very first visit to Kechara was Kechara Paradise in SS2. I have always liked it a lot because the place exudes warmth, friendship and spirituality at ever corner of the room. Prior to Kechara, I had never seen such exquisite statues before, and all things related to one’s spirituality practice. I did not even know what a mala was, at that time. And that these malas come in such different colours, can be made of pearls or any other materials we like. Most of all, I could not get over the number of different Buddha statues available. That was also the first time I laid eyes on a Tsongkhapa. I dare say Kechara Paradise’s statues are of the highest quality. After getting a statue, then we can bring it to Kechara Saraswati to make it even more beautiful. That to me, opened up a whole new way for me to enjoy my Buddha statues. Also, it was at Kechara Paradise that I first saw a thangka. Kechara Paradise outlets are very much like modern day temples masking as a shop. Rinpoche never stops finding different, creative ways to promote and spread the Dharma. All Kechara Paradise shops are slightly in their decor and personality. From KP SS2, to 1Utama to Sunway Pyramid. And I hear a new outlet is on the way as well. How lovely!
Like David said, Kechara Paradise dharma retail outlets’ humble beginning started in PJ SS2 and the brains behind it was and still is, Rinpoche. Today we have five outlets, four in the Klang Valley and one in Penang.
May Woo came prepared to Sunday Manjushri class and presented to the audience the history and operations of the outlets. Many questions were asked and duly answered by May and me.
The outlets have and are still drawing in many people into the fold of Kechara org and many have signed up as members of Kechara House Buddhist Association.
For readers who have not visited the outlets, visit us soon!
Henry Ooi
It is never a dull moment to be in Kechara Paradise, being the brainchild project of Rinpoche to bring upfront dharma to all who may not like to go to temple. Many only go to temple when they have problems. Many of us like shopping! Yes! Shopping it is. Thus, outlets manifest in various strategic places viz shopping malls and shop lots which I would say that we are more of a dharma convenient stores. It is so convenient for shoppers to connect with or near dharma while shopping! Dharma objects such as statues, books, DVD teachings, posters, thangkas, etc that is of quality and at very reasonable price, easily available to all.
Rinpoche set up the first Kechara Paradise (KP) store in SS2 many years ago, before even Kechara House (KH) was formed. It was an outlet to provide practitioners with Buddha statues, ritual items etc and it also served to be a venue for small impromptu teachings by Rinpoche.
Since, KH was formed, more Kechara Paradise stores were formed and it now served to be an brilliant and excellent gateway for those fresh-of-the-street who are literally ‘Dharma virgins’ to come and be a part of our organisation. These stores also became little places where practical Dharma advice is dispensed to those seeking it.
Over the years, we have heard so many people have gained so much from Kechara Paradise. In fact many of our current members were once curious shoppers of Kechara Paradise. Although it was originally Rinpoche’s brainchild but it was Liaison Henry Ooi and Ruby Khong who made it take off. Kudos to these two senior and loyal liaisons who made it all happened.
Kechara outlets playing an important role to invite people to the centre. To spread dharma to the grass roots in different locations. Even the public walk into the outlets and have a glimpse of the statues there, may also plant a dharma seed to them. How wonderful that May Woo shared with us the objective , mission & vision of the kechara outlets!!
more more more!!! Sacred little beautiful havens right in the heart of the city!! (and more to come – watch this space)
May, I’m sorry I couldn’t be at that teaching – I was visiting the KP outlet in Penang! whoooo! (nice that we were supporting each other – you in Manjushri class, and me in KP!).
Everyone else, visit the KP website for a spot of inspiration (www.kechara.com/paradise) and if you’re far away, go to our online store and SHOP LAH! http://www.kechara.com/eshop
This is a good way to reach out to the masses of people who would otherwise never seek spirituality in their lives. The dharma shops are to spread Dharma and plant karmic seeds and to make the holy dharma available for those who are searching for it.
Kecharians have great passion for dharma. It is undoubtedly the main reason for the organisation to grow and reach out to the masses of people. And of course, Kechara House (and the Southern region) is blessed by the presence of Tsem Tulku Rinpoche who has worked tirelessly to ensure the teachings of Buddha Shakyamuni is made available to all who wants. A definite thumbs up to all involved.
Great work!