BFM (Radio channel) recording Justin’s briefing to KSK volunteers
Jun 28, 2010 | Views: 515
Press really like stories about others helping others. I thank BFM radio so much for highlighting KSK because it is giving out 800 packets of food per week now and needs help to maintain this.
Justin is very devoted to Kechara Soup Kitchen. Justin is a rare kind soul.
Thanks a lot ahead of time.
Tsem Rinpoche
BFM (Radio channel) recording Justin’s briefing to volunteers. We are now in our van on the way to Chow Kit and a very happy Kwok Wai is now being interviewed.
Sms picture and message from Ruby.
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Anila on Oct 6, 2010 at 5:34 pm
Justin Cheah has made a real sacrifice by joining full time in KSK. And devoting his time and hardwork to the homeless by not only distributing food to the homeless but also find jobs for them. Radio Channel Recordings also helps in promoting awareness apart from Star Metro . Kechara Soup Kitchen KSK distributes food packets twice a week once on Saturday nite and another on Sunday evening. Initially the venue for packing food before distribution was at Kechara House 2. But now through the hard work of Justin Cheah and Ruby KSK has acquired a centre in Jala Imbi where the homeless can come for hot food now.
During my first visit to KH ,i joined KSK on the weeked,Patsy called and told Justin that am joining KSK that night.
By the time i turned up that night,when i told him my name,he immediately knew that am the one from Penang.He was so busy that night putting volunteers in group without mistake.He was so kind to put me in one of the van that have 60 packs of food so that i won’t be back too late.
I saw so many homeless people in KL,and i saw how KSK helped them.
Many of them was hungry and they open up the food and eat it immediately.Its a lesson actually to let people know not to waste food and cherish whatever they have now.
What are we doing every saturday night?clubbing,watching movie,hang out with friends and involved in all kind of samsaric activities? Why not go out and helping the homeless,no matter you are sponsoring the food or be a volunteer to help,its more meaningful to spend your weekend and helping someone you don’t know and without expecting anything back.Justin and KSK doing it every weekend,and this is what Rinpoche want ,to help the homeless.
During the wesak fair when everyone so tired after whole day help out,Justin still continue doing his KSK midnight round,you can feel his energy and heart for KSK.
The picture showing Justin Cheah briefing KSK volunteers before they go out for their food distribution rounds is a common sight at Kechara House every week. Justin does it tirelessly week after week, year after year to ensure that the volunteers know exactly what to do, where to go, what to look out for so that the food are safely delivered to those in need of it. For the volunteers who are distributing the food, proper guidelines are made known to them to ensure their safety while carrying out their mission. Justin is very passionate about what he is doing and how he can help the homeless get off the streets. There was once I asked him what does he do during his free time and his reply to me was that he would drive around town to scout for homeless people so that that he can arrange for KSK to bring food to them and think of ways to help them . Such is his sincerity and dedication in helping the homeless people. The homeless people in town are indeed lucky to have Justin Cheah!
The Idea of KSK started because of H.E.TSEM TULKU RINPOCHE. During HIS YOUNG DAYS, HE WAS HOMELESS FOR A WHILE ( DUE HIS COMPASSINATE WANTED TO LEARN DHARMA) HE HAS TO RUN AWAY FROM HIS HOME.( please find out more information in http://www.tsemtulku.com home page) BECAUSE HE HAS WENT THRU THE EXPERIENCED OF HOMELESS, THAT’S WHY KSK IS BORN.
KSK was started by Liaison Su Ming about 5 years ago. Then now leading by Ruby Khong and her committee members. Of course Justin is one of them.
Justin definitely has contributed so much of his time and effort into Kechara Soup Kitchen. I believed Justin has choosen KSK as his own courier. That’s the reason why he has invested his LIFE AND EFFORT INTO IT! LIKE 24 / 7.ANYTIME, YOU CALL HIM, HIS THERE TO HELP. His is very helpful and patient to deal with people. HOW WONDERFUL GUY HE IS! KEEP IT UP JUSTIN!
Love, angel
To see Justin always brings a giant smile on my face.
His qualities of kindness and care make him one of the most lovable person I know.
For having done the KSK rounds with him a few times, I hae seen with my eyes how skillful he is in dealing with people on the street, that don not always becessarily welcome helpers with open arms.
He examplifies the truth that giving is the best way to be content. Deep inside, we all know that, and that is why, I think, we like to hear of acts of generosity in the media, it brings a little bit of light in our lives.
Many thanks to BFM radio for giving KSK the airtime to help raise awareness of our organization. As KSK grows and feeding and helping more homeless , we will definitely need more support in terms of funds or materials. It is great to know that BFM recognizes Kechara Soup Kitchen as a main player in community service. Any exposure like this would eventually enable KSK to serve the needy for efficiently.
Justin is a kind soul that is worth mentioning. He is extremely dedicated to his work on the day he joined KSK, and he takes pride in what he is doing. Come rain or sunshine, Justin will be there for the needy. This selfless act of constantly thinking of how to benefit the homeless, is what I would like to work towards to.
Business FM is a good radio station. KSK is a good organization which provides food to the homeless, combined they formed a great opportunity to spread the Dharma and promote feeding and taking care of the homeless and urban poor of the streets of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The picture looked very funny. Uncle Justin works very hard for KSK and Kechara House etc. So, I wish BFM will continue to support KSK in any way and BFM gets good response from the public for no matter what they do and I wish that KSK can continue to save the homeless in streets of KL in Malaysia and feed and nurture them. Finally, may Uncle Justin live long to continue his glorious works!
Paris dear, its already been broadcasted. Looks like you missed it! No worries, log on to: http://bfm.my/kechara-soup-kitchen.html http://bfm.my/assets/files/I%20Love%20KL/2010-07-03_I%20Love%20KL_Kechara%20Soup%20Kitchen.mp3
BFM also interviewed your aunty Ruby and she went live on Monday at 3pm for 20 mins. I was told that we can download to listen to it 7 days from 12 July onwards.
I am very thankful to all media for their support towards KSK. Each time when KSK gets publicised, so much public awareness is being created. A testament to that is KSK’s official phonelines will be ringing non stop!
Terima Kasih Rinpoche!
From the many testimonies of those homeless who have been helped and are back on their own 2 feet is already the evidence that KSK was meant to be what it was set up to be and have even outdone themselves with the increasing support from various quarters and reflects back what Rinpoche had in his heart for these people and having tasted that kind of suffering Himself, it is an even more powerful testimony to our country and the world.
With such a committed and compassionate team leading KSK, I offer my salute and respect to them for every ounce of blood, sweat and tears invested thus far!
Dear Rinpoche
I went for my 1st KSK I think 2 weeks ago and it felt good.The gratitude which they have for us is tremendously overwhelming,
I;myself was overwhelmed by how many of them were homeless.I feel good, something like a small wave of happiness, seeing their smiles on their faces when we handed them food.I felt like I did some kinda good at the end of the night,knowing I helped,though its only a small amount of people, but what really matters is what comes from the heart and helping within your capability.I think I did it somewhat within my capability and I will continue to help whenever I am available.
Thanks Justin!
Thank You Rinpoche.
There is a dark side of Justin that not many people know — he CAN’T STOP saying OK!! On one of the briefing sessions before we go out for food diatribution, he actually said ‘OK’ more than 30 times! Seriuosly! We counted!! LOL and Ruby was there rolling her eyes and pleaded with Justin to JUST STOP SAYING ‘OK’ !! and he answered her with yet another ‘OK’.. This is the reflection of Justin’s true nature – a sincere, kind hearted, patient – basically an ‘OK’ guy !!
This OK guy runs around down on Thursday mornings picking up Kechara Soup Kitchen’s cleints to replace IC, see doctors, buy boots (see http://www.kechara.com/soup-kitchen/sos/success-stories/shoe-shopping-for-shamsul/ for details) go interview, etc..all these he does with a big warm smile on his face. THIS is our JUSTIN CHEAH. Way to go Kido!!
BREAKING NEWS BREAKING NEWS!
Justin’s interview with BFM is out and you can listen to it here: http://bfm.my/kechara-soup-kitchen.html
Thank you BFM for giving Kechara Soup Kitchen airtime, and for helping to raise awareness of the plight of the homeless on the streets of Kuala Lumpur. Many of these homeless are there through no fault of their own, and are unable to get the help they need to change the plight they are in.
Rinpoche and Kechara are advocates of active social Dharma, where the principles of kindness, generosity are put into action instead of merely being studied on a theoretical level.
As one of the KSK volunteers says in the interview, why not do something beneficial on a Saturday night instead of sitting around watching TV?
The guy on the left of Rinpoche’s photo came from another soup kitchen. The girl next to him is Kamariah. She has participated that night in our distribution rounds to research and observe how KSK functions. She will be making a documentary about homeless people. This is what I briefly heard. The point is, KSK has set a foundation of what a soup kitchen should be and for other soup kitchens to investigate and look upon as reference point. With this, KSK’s work has also proven to a major role in our Malaysian society and therefore is subject to be documented.
Justin Chai-chai is the angel without wings to the many homeless people in Klang Valley. He is there every weekend, rain or shine with his troops of volunteers who come from all walks of life. Under the very able leadership of KSK President Ruby Khong, he works very hard to ensure that the homeless people not only receive the weekly food packs, but he goes to help them in any way he can – not only because it is his “job” but more so because he wants to help and he can.
KSK started out as a small project because Rinpoche wanted to help the homeless people. It has always been Rinpoche’s wish to start a project to reach out to these people and today KSK is fulfilling that wish.
This is a lesson in itself – instead of always focusing inwards to the “I” we should instead focus out, learning to give in terms of time and effort
Justin Cheah is a remarkable young man with a kind heart. There are not many of young man like Justin around. Justin is still eligible, I think. Is good Justin is able to keep his present single status to devote more time to feed and help others. He has gain the merits to be wealthy and not to go hungry in this life and his many lives to come when he is feeding so many hungry stomachs in KSK. He is creating causes to feed more hungry stomachs. May Justin always be able to fulfill the wishes of many hungry people. Buddha, bless Justin Cheah. Love you, Justin.
Ha.. Ha… cute little Mumu. Mumu is the mascot of Kechara Animal Sanctuary. Mumu is a rare gem in the sense that Mumu spends the most time with Rinpoche day and night and even sleeps with Rinpoche. He is well trained by Rinpoche and develops a strong bonding with his Master. Mumu is obedient little cute monster. Rinpoche has mentioned before Mumu could be his past life student. Rinpoche is creating the condition for little Mumu to have good imprints of the Dharma for him to gain a precious human rebirth again to practice the Dharma so he may not have to go through countless of lives immerse in samsara. Mumu is so blessth.
Thank you for your generous comments. I must say that all the positive results that KSK are getting is not only because my president, Ruby or my hard work. We have a brilliant team in our Vice President, Julia, Treasurer, Siong Woan and Secretary Karen. We each have our own strength and I am very pleased and blessed to be working with all of them. We compliment each other with our strength and worked harmoniously.
It was only merely a year ago that Shefah came with her friend Grace Chin. We had 15 volunteers that Saturday night. The figure has since tripled and I must thank all the media that has helped spreaded the words and awareness to help to get more kind people coming forward to help the destitute figures on the streets to regain their dignity, respect and get back into the society.
Thank you again!
Justin Cheah is a real sincere guy! Down to earth, no air about him and works very hard! I’ve been out on the KSK rounds and have observed how he talk to the KSK clients. He knows them all by name and the clients are open and talk freely with him about their problems.
I’ve also seen how happy Justin is when his clients give him good news of their situation. It says alot how much Justin cares for each and everyone of them.
Media such as BFM is so kind to help promote KSK. KSK exists not for itself but for those who have no one…Thank you BFM!
Kechara Soup Kitchen emerged from our lama kindness and compassion to the homeless people living on the street. For past 4 years Kechara Soup Kitchen has grow tremendous to benefit many hopeless people living at street in term of providing them food, finding job for the jobless people, giving medical treatment and etc.
Under Ruby Kong leadership and Justin Cheah hard work, KSK has fond new permanent building at Jalan Imbi, providing fixed address for the homeless people for job appreciation and simple medical aid. Ksk has bring so many good news and hope for the homeless people. Ksk shine out from Kecahara organization to public. Even now we are getting support by Malaysia Government. Kudos to KSK!
Regards,
Chia
Lately, KSK has become what it is now due to the leadership of Liaison Ruby Khong along with her strong dedicated team in feeding and helping the homeless and urban poor. It is good that the various medias have helped KSK to be widely known as a non-profit organization that has given hope to many homeless to find food, shelter and a means to support themselves. The purpose or aim of KSK is not only to provide food and shelter but to lend a helping hand, be a friend and to take the homeless off the streets and offer them a new lease of life. That makes us different from other soup kitchens.
Hunger knows no barriers… this is such a spot-on statement. Unfortunately, this is a fact of life that many of us, fortunate souls, have forgotten because we are simply too blessed. I am grateful that KSK effectively reminds us of this sad situation and, very importantly, provides us with a channel through which we can contribute and make a difference.
Another factor that makes KSK an attractive platform to contribute to and participate in is: they work on creating sustainable results. As mentioned in other comments, KSK goes beyond feeding the homeless: they provide other solutions ranging from medical care to securing a job for the homeless.
Another “secret” ingredient that makes KSK outstanding and sustainable is the passion and sincere care the key people of KSK have for this cause as reflected in the extra effort taken to spend quality time with the needy.
Justin is definitely doing a good job for KSK. I remember just before Rinpoche conceived the idea for KSK, Rinpoche himself always took a few of his assistant to walk up and down the streets in KL during late nights, looking for homeless people.
Once he found them, Rinpoche will sent us to the nearest grocery store, 7-eleven or any convenience store to get lots of bread, biscuit and water for them. If Rinpoche came across a begging homeless young mother with her baby on the street, he will buy them milk powder, give them hot food and lots of dry food, and will sometimes take them to see the doctor and give them some money too. The legacy has now passed down to Ruby and Justin at KSK. Kudos to both of them for doing lots of good work and promoting Buddha dharma in a very special way!
Paul
I’d like to add on to what David shared. Imagine, a young child of 6 years old, hungry and walked the streets…he was fed rice with sugar while the rest of the family ate well. Rinpoche had to grudges. He wasn’t “damaged” by his upbringing and the past. Instead, he used his pain to help so many people. How come we bring our past to the present and allows it to affect us negatively? I believe it doesn’t have to be this way as proven by Rinpoche. I find Buddhist teachings very practical, brings healing to ourselves which then naturally allows us to be of some benefit to others.
KSK has certainly been the media darling for a while. Barely a week goes by without a mention in one media or another. Most recently, The Star also covered KSK (http://blog.tsemtulku.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/2010/07/ksk-in-the-star-metro.html). You can also see more press coverage here at KSK’s website (http://www.kechara.com/soup-kitchen/press/press-coverage/)
Being on the radio via BFM is fantastic though as it reaches a different segment of society to share our mission to help others. I am so grateful to BFM and all those media for using their resources to promote KSK because they believe in what KSK is doing. By the media promoting KSK, there will be more awareness of KSK’s mission and more volunteers will join to help us help others.
If you like what KSK is doing, please support KSK! On July 18th, Kechara House is organising a fund raising dinner at Sunway Hotel, PJ, where proceeds will go to Kechara House and KSK. Do join us if you can – Please contact Cheri for details on [M] +6013 343 3788, [T] +603 7880 0189 [E] cheri.woo@kechara.comhttp://kechara.com/cn/dinnerauction/
Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK) had grown from a small group of Rinpoche’s students going out to the street giving away 50+ packs of food per weekend to now 800+ packs over the weekend.
KSK had become the darling of the media since Liaison Ruby Khong took over the realm early last year and there was never looking back for KSK and Ruby.
Ruby with the help of her dedicated team had brought KSK to a level where the public will call up to see what help they need and this is really amazing!!!
Justin Cheah, is really an angel in helping the homeless and he really give it his all in helping to take these homeless off the street and give them a safe place to settle down with jobs so they can be independent. Justin really works tirelessly day and night for others. What an amazing guy!
With the strong motivation in wanting to help others, KSK had acquired a building in Imbi where there will be a permanent place where the homeless can go and seek help and support. None of this can happen without the blessing of Rinpoche and most important the dedicated KSK team and volunteers!
Thank you very much, KSK, Justin and volunteers, for your dedication towards the homeless!
This is what I say ‘if there is a will, there is a way!’
This is how much Justin Cheah loves KSK. It is world cup season now, and Justin really loves football. I mean, he really, really loves football. The Saturday night that world cup began, I was in the van with him. Despite knowing that he is missing the game, he was completely focussed on his task. He did not whine or complain in any way. In fact, throughout the whole time, if you did not know just how much he loves football, you might even think that he does not care. And after we have finished the feeding routes, he drove all the ladies back to their cars and watched them get into their cars safely before he drove off. Football may be what Justin loves, but it is clear to see that he loves KSK most of all.
Justin Cheah really loves what he is doing in Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK). I have seen him in action on the streets distributing food. I have heard him patiently talking over the phone to people who rang KSK office making enquiries. He has helped a few homeless with medical aid, getting lost IC replaced, arranging for job interviews and landing some with jobs. Some homeless now hold part time and regular jobs, thanks to Justin.
KSK being interviewed by BFM is the hard work of Justin and KSK team headed by Liaison Ruby Khong, a senior student of Rinpoche and my maternal cousin and who was instrumental in my connection to Rinpoche.
It is really neat that Kechara Soup Kitchen has become the darling of the media. What is amazing is that a monk’s (Rinpoche’s) personal childhood struggle while walking homeless and with an empty belly on the streets of America has materialized into such a wonderful department that benefits many.
This department is becoming more and more popular with the media and the who’s who in KL. This will directly pull up the prestige and credibility of the Kechara organisation. With a higher profile, Rinpoche and others in the organisation is able to spread Dharma farther and wider across many more segments of society that was previous difficult to reach.
Kudos to the incredibly hard work of Liaison Ruby Khong and Justin Cheah that brought this department to this level.
When does the interview come out? when when when? 🙂
Am excited to hear as Shefah Szetu of BFM really does a good job at interviewing and it’s super kind of her to come feature KSK.
Both Li Kim and I were also lucky enough to be interviewed by them a while back (also by Shefah). Here’s my interview – go listen, goooooo! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtkA-7jckwM
(and then watch all the other neat videos online)
Justin is an incredible person – very kind, humble and funny. The work he put in KSK is admirable, and I am sure he will inspire many volunteers to do more good work for the homeless.
I know Justin since the day he joined. He is a really friendly kind soul and this personality of his will warm the hearts of the homeless.
Its wonderful that media such as BFM recognizes Kechara’s community services to create awareness. As KSK grows to serve more n more, it will need more sponsors and donations to maintain its operations.It will need all the exposure it can get and BFM is fulfilling this.
It’s amazing to watch Kechara grow. Wasn’t it just last year or 2 that you guys had 1 small team of people with 1 borrowed van and like 20 meals a week tops?? I can only imagine where we’ll all be in 5 or 10 more years.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Visiting Dorje Shugden’s grotto in Kechara Forest Retreat is a must see place . A beautiful hugh statue of Dorje Shugden was installed ,Rinpoche also placed hundreds of Holy mantra stones, around Dorje Shugden grotto, for everyone to do circumambulation around Dorje Shugden. So as visitors could able to do candles offerings as well. We Malaysians are so fortunate to learn about Dorje Shugden if not beacause of Tsem Rinpoche. Dorje Shugden has tremendous power to help us helps us in whatever way we need in our resources and in our spiritual journey. He is an emanation of an enlightened being and that he manifested in a worldly form. As an emanation of Manjushri, Dorje Shugden has the ability to open our minds to universal wisdom.There’s so many benefits when we rely on Dorje Shugden sincerely. A wish-fulfilling Shrine that will help everyone regardless of race and religion.
Thank you Rinpoche .
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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!
5 years ago
Third picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
Height: 33ft (10m)
5 years ago
Second picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
Height: 33ft (10m)
5 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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Sugarathana asked:Meaning of this namepastor answered:Dear Sugarathana,
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Thank you.
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.
Seema Purohit asked:I have exam on 13 November. It is showing very bad day as per mawa. I am aged 41 and struggling. I failed 3 times. Can u suggest way to turn the tide. I am working hard but luck is never on my side.pastor answered:Dear Seema Purohit,
Thank you for your question. Astrological influences do not necessarily mean that things on that day will go bad. There are methods that we can use to overcome any negative influences and make those days very successful and productive.
First since this has to do with exams, you should be practical about it, make sure that you know the exam material well, make sure that you eat properly before the exams, and make sure that you remain calm before and during the exam. If you know the material well, if you are too nervous then it may cause you issues during the exam.
From the spiritual angle, you can make offerings on your altar before your exam. Actually, it would be good for you to make offerings on your altar daily from now until then, to generate merit so that your exam will be successful. You can also engage in Dorje Shugden's mantra - OM BENZA WIKKI BITANA SOHA. Dorje Shugden a Dharma Protector who helps us to overcome obstacles and be succesful. He is an emanation of Manjushri, who is the Buddha of Wisdom. So, his practice is especially powerful for things to do with study, exams, etc.
You can read more about Dorje Shugden here: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/beginners-introduction-to-dorje-shugden.html
Hope this helps. And you have our prayers for success in your exams.
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Animals Liberation @ Kechara Ipoh Study Group - Guan Sun
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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
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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)
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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 30/11/2024 Kechara Penang Dorje Shugden puja cum Swift Return through recitation of Namasangiti. 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 9/11/2024 Kechara Penang Study Group completed DS puja, led by William. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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#Throwback 2/11/2024 Kechara Penang DS puja, every Saturday @3pm. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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Through the blessings from our Guru, His Eminence Kyabje Tsem Rinpoche, Kechara Ipoh Study Group has carried out our first puja in 2025. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
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#Throwback DS puja cum recitation of Namasangiti at Kechara Penang on 26th October 2024.
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19th October 2024. Puja as usual at Kechara Penang Dorje Shugden chapel. Every Saturday @3pm. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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12th October 2024, our weekly Saturday puja attendees. #Throwback Kechara Penang Study by Jacinta
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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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Justin Cheah has made a real sacrifice by joining full time in KSK. And devoting his time and hardwork to the homeless by not only distributing food to the homeless but also find jobs for them. Radio Channel Recordings also helps in promoting awareness apart from Star Metro . Kechara Soup Kitchen KSK distributes food packets twice a week once on Saturday nite and another on Sunday evening. Initially the venue for packing food before distribution was at Kechara House 2. But now through the hard work of Justin Cheah and Ruby KSK has acquired a centre in Jala Imbi where the homeless can come for hot food now.
During my first visit to KH ,i joined KSK on the weeked,Patsy called and told Justin that am joining KSK that night.
By the time i turned up that night,when i told him my name,he immediately knew that am the one from Penang.He was so busy that night putting volunteers in group without mistake.He was so kind to put me in one of the van that have 60 packs of food so that i won’t be back too late.
I saw so many homeless people in KL,and i saw how KSK helped them.
Many of them was hungry and they open up the food and eat it immediately.Its a lesson actually to let people know not to waste food and cherish whatever they have now.
What are we doing every saturday night?clubbing,watching movie,hang out with friends and involved in all kind of samsaric activities? Why not go out and helping the homeless,no matter you are sponsoring the food or be a volunteer to help,its more meaningful to spend your weekend and helping someone you don’t know and without expecting anything back.Justin and KSK doing it every weekend,and this is what Rinpoche want ,to help the homeless.
During the wesak fair when everyone so tired after whole day help out,Justin still continue doing his KSK midnight round,you can feel his energy and heart for KSK.
The picture showing Justin Cheah briefing KSK volunteers before they go out for their food distribution rounds is a common sight at Kechara House every week. Justin does it tirelessly week after week, year after year to ensure that the volunteers know exactly what to do, where to go, what to look out for so that the food are safely delivered to those in need of it. For the volunteers who are distributing the food, proper guidelines are made known to them to ensure their safety while carrying out their mission. Justin is very passionate about what he is doing and how he can help the homeless get off the streets. There was once I asked him what does he do during his free time and his reply to me was that he would drive around town to scout for homeless people so that that he can arrange for KSK to bring food to them and think of ways to help them . Such is his sincerity and dedication in helping the homeless people. The homeless people in town are indeed lucky to have Justin Cheah!
The Idea of KSK started because of H.E.TSEM TULKU RINPOCHE. During HIS YOUNG DAYS, HE WAS HOMELESS FOR A WHILE ( DUE HIS COMPASSINATE WANTED TO LEARN DHARMA) HE HAS TO RUN AWAY FROM HIS HOME.( please find out more information in http://www.tsemtulku.com home page) BECAUSE HE HAS WENT THRU THE EXPERIENCED OF HOMELESS, THAT’S WHY KSK IS BORN.
KSK was started by Liaison Su Ming about 5 years ago. Then now leading by Ruby Khong and her committee members. Of course Justin is one of them.
Justin definitely has contributed so much of his time and effort into Kechara Soup Kitchen. I believed Justin has choosen KSK as his own courier. That’s the reason why he has invested his LIFE AND EFFORT INTO IT! LIKE 24 / 7.ANYTIME, YOU CALL HIM, HIS THERE TO HELP. His is very helpful and patient to deal with people. HOW WONDERFUL GUY HE IS! KEEP IT UP JUSTIN!
Love, angel
To see Justin always brings a giant smile on my face.
His qualities of kindness and care make him one of the most lovable person I know.
For having done the KSK rounds with him a few times, I hae seen with my eyes how skillful he is in dealing with people on the street, that don not always becessarily welcome helpers with open arms.
He examplifies the truth that giving is the best way to be content. Deep inside, we all know that, and that is why, I think, we like to hear of acts of generosity in the media, it brings a little bit of light in our lives.
Many thanks to BFM radio for giving KSK the airtime to help raise awareness of our organization. As KSK grows and feeding and helping more homeless , we will definitely need more support in terms of funds or materials. It is great to know that BFM recognizes Kechara Soup Kitchen as a main player in community service. Any exposure like this would eventually enable KSK to serve the needy for efficiently.
Justin is a kind soul that is worth mentioning. He is extremely dedicated to his work on the day he joined KSK, and he takes pride in what he is doing. Come rain or sunshine, Justin will be there for the needy. This selfless act of constantly thinking of how to benefit the homeless, is what I would like to work towards to.
Business FM is a good radio station. KSK is a good organization which provides food to the homeless, combined they formed a great opportunity to spread the Dharma and promote feeding and taking care of the homeless and urban poor of the streets of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The picture looked very funny. Uncle Justin works very hard for KSK and Kechara House etc. So, I wish BFM will continue to support KSK in any way and BFM gets good response from the public for no matter what they do and I wish that KSK can continue to save the homeless in streets of KL in Malaysia and feed and nurture them. Finally, may Uncle Justin live long to continue his glorious works!
Paris dear, its already been broadcasted. Looks like you missed it! No worries, log on to:
http://bfm.my/kechara-soup-kitchen.html
http://bfm.my/assets/files/I%20Love%20KL/2010-07-03_I%20Love%20KL_Kechara%20Soup%20Kitchen.mp3
BFM also interviewed your aunty Ruby and she went live on Monday at 3pm for 20 mins. I was told that we can download to listen to it 7 days from 12 July onwards.
I am very thankful to all media for their support towards KSK. Each time when KSK gets publicised, so much public awareness is being created. A testament to that is KSK’s official phonelines will be ringing non stop!
Terima Kasih Rinpoche!
From the many testimonies of those homeless who have been helped and are back on their own 2 feet is already the evidence that KSK was meant to be what it was set up to be and have even outdone themselves with the increasing support from various quarters and reflects back what Rinpoche had in his heart for these people and having tasted that kind of suffering Himself, it is an even more powerful testimony to our country and the world.
With such a committed and compassionate team leading KSK, I offer my salute and respect to them for every ounce of blood, sweat and tears invested thus far!
Dear Rinpoche
I went for my 1st KSK I think 2 weeks ago and it felt good.The gratitude which they have for us is tremendously overwhelming,
I;myself was overwhelmed by how many of them were homeless.I feel good, something like a small wave of happiness, seeing their smiles on their faces when we handed them food.I felt like I did some kinda good at the end of the night,knowing I helped,though its only a small amount of people, but what really matters is what comes from the heart and helping within your capability.I think I did it somewhat within my capability and I will continue to help whenever I am available.
Thanks Justin!
Thank You Rinpoche.
There is a dark side of Justin that not many people know — he CAN’T STOP saying OK!! On one of the briefing sessions before we go out for food diatribution, he actually said ‘OK’ more than 30 times! Seriuosly! We counted!! LOL and Ruby was there rolling her eyes and pleaded with Justin to JUST STOP SAYING ‘OK’ !! and he answered her with yet another ‘OK’.. This is the reflection of Justin’s true nature – a sincere, kind hearted, patient – basically an ‘OK’ guy !!
This OK guy runs around down on Thursday mornings picking up Kechara Soup Kitchen’s cleints to replace IC, see doctors, buy boots (see http://www.kechara.com/soup-kitchen/sos/success-stories/shoe-shopping-for-shamsul/ for details) go interview, etc..all these he does with a big warm smile on his face. THIS is our JUSTIN CHEAH. Way to go Kido!!
BREAKING NEWS BREAKING NEWS!
Justin’s interview with BFM is out and you can listen to it here: http://bfm.my/kechara-soup-kitchen.html
Thank you BFM for giving Kechara Soup Kitchen airtime, and for helping to raise awareness of the plight of the homeless on the streets of Kuala Lumpur. Many of these homeless are there through no fault of their own, and are unable to get the help they need to change the plight they are in.
Rinpoche and Kechara are advocates of active social Dharma, where the principles of kindness, generosity are put into action instead of merely being studied on a theoretical level.
As one of the KSK volunteers says in the interview, why not do something beneficial on a Saturday night instead of sitting around watching TV?
The guy on the left of Rinpoche’s photo came from another soup kitchen. The girl next to him is Kamariah. She has participated that night in our distribution rounds to research and observe how KSK functions. She will be making a documentary about homeless people. This is what I briefly heard. The point is, KSK has set a foundation of what a soup kitchen should be and for other soup kitchens to investigate and look upon as reference point. With this, KSK’s work has also proven to a major role in our Malaysian society and therefore is subject to be documented.
Justin Chai-chai is the angel without wings to the many homeless people in Klang Valley. He is there every weekend, rain or shine with his troops of volunteers who come from all walks of life. Under the very able leadership of KSK President Ruby Khong, he works very hard to ensure that the homeless people not only receive the weekly food packs, but he goes to help them in any way he can – not only because it is his “job” but more so because he wants to help and he can.
KSK started out as a small project because Rinpoche wanted to help the homeless people. It has always been Rinpoche’s wish to start a project to reach out to these people and today KSK is fulfilling that wish.
This is a lesson in itself – instead of always focusing inwards to the “I” we should instead focus out, learning to give in terms of time and effort
Justin Cheah is a remarkable young man with a kind heart. There are not many of young man like Justin around. Justin is still eligible, I think. Is good Justin is able to keep his present single status to devote more time to feed and help others. He has gain the merits to be wealthy and not to go hungry in this life and his many lives to come when he is feeding so many hungry stomachs in KSK. He is creating causes to feed more hungry stomachs. May Justin always be able to fulfill the wishes of many hungry people. Buddha, bless Justin Cheah. Love you, Justin.
Ha.. Ha… cute little Mumu. Mumu is the mascot of Kechara Animal Sanctuary. Mumu is a rare gem in the sense that Mumu spends the most time with Rinpoche day and night and even sleeps with Rinpoche. He is well trained by Rinpoche and develops a strong bonding with his Master. Mumu is obedient little cute monster. Rinpoche has mentioned before Mumu could be his past life student. Rinpoche is creating the condition for little Mumu to have good imprints of the Dharma for him to gain a precious human rebirth again to practice the Dharma so he may not have to go through countless of lives immerse in samsara. Mumu is so blessth.
Thank you for your generous comments. I must say that all the positive results that KSK are getting is not only because my president, Ruby or my hard work. We have a brilliant team in our Vice President, Julia, Treasurer, Siong Woan and Secretary Karen. We each have our own strength and I am very pleased and blessed to be working with all of them. We compliment each other with our strength and worked harmoniously.
It was only merely a year ago that Shefah came with her friend Grace Chin. We had 15 volunteers that Saturday night. The figure has since tripled and I must thank all the media that has helped spreaded the words and awareness to help to get more kind people coming forward to help the destitute figures on the streets to regain their dignity, respect and get back into the society.
Thank you again!
Justin Cheah is a real sincere guy! Down to earth, no air about him and works very hard! I’ve been out on the KSK rounds and have observed how he talk to the KSK clients. He knows them all by name and the clients are open and talk freely with him about their problems.
I’ve also seen how happy Justin is when his clients give him good news of their situation. It says alot how much Justin cares for each and everyone of them.
Media such as BFM is so kind to help promote KSK. KSK exists not for itself but for those who have no one…Thank you BFM!
Kechara Soup Kitchen emerged from our lama kindness and compassion to the homeless people living on the street. For past 4 years Kechara Soup Kitchen has grow tremendous to benefit many hopeless people living at street in term of providing them food, finding job for the jobless people, giving medical treatment and etc.
Under Ruby Kong leadership and Justin Cheah hard work, KSK has fond new permanent building at Jalan Imbi, providing fixed address for the homeless people for job appreciation and simple medical aid. Ksk has bring so many good news and hope for the homeless people. Ksk shine out from Kecahara organization to public. Even now we are getting support by Malaysia Government. Kudos to KSK!
Regards,
Chia
Lately, KSK has become what it is now due to the leadership of Liaison Ruby Khong along with her strong dedicated team in feeding and helping the homeless and urban poor. It is good that the various medias have helped KSK to be widely known as a non-profit organization that has given hope to many homeless to find food, shelter and a means to support themselves. The purpose or aim of KSK is not only to provide food and shelter but to lend a helping hand, be a friend and to take the homeless off the streets and offer them a new lease of life. That makes us different from other soup kitchens.
Hunger knows no barriers… this is such a spot-on statement. Unfortunately, this is a fact of life that many of us, fortunate souls, have forgotten because we are simply too blessed. I am grateful that KSK effectively reminds us of this sad situation and, very importantly, provides us with a channel through which we can contribute and make a difference.
Another factor that makes KSK an attractive platform to contribute to and participate in is: they work on creating sustainable results. As mentioned in other comments, KSK goes beyond feeding the homeless: they provide other solutions ranging from medical care to securing a job for the homeless.
Another “secret” ingredient that makes KSK outstanding and sustainable is the passion and sincere care the key people of KSK have for this cause as reflected in the extra effort taken to spend quality time with the needy.
Justin is definitely doing a good job for KSK. I remember just before Rinpoche conceived the idea for KSK, Rinpoche himself always took a few of his assistant to walk up and down the streets in KL during late nights, looking for homeless people.
Once he found them, Rinpoche will sent us to the nearest grocery store, 7-eleven or any convenience store to get lots of bread, biscuit and water for them. If Rinpoche came across a begging homeless young mother with her baby on the street, he will buy them milk powder, give them hot food and lots of dry food, and will sometimes take them to see the doctor and give them some money too. The legacy has now passed down to Ruby and Justin at KSK. Kudos to both of them for doing lots of good work and promoting Buddha dharma in a very special way!
Paul
I’d like to add on to what David shared. Imagine, a young child of 6 years old, hungry and walked the streets…he was fed rice with sugar while the rest of the family ate well. Rinpoche had to grudges. He wasn’t “damaged” by his upbringing and the past. Instead, he used his pain to help so many people. How come we bring our past to the present and allows it to affect us negatively? I believe it doesn’t have to be this way as proven by Rinpoche. I find Buddhist teachings very practical, brings healing to ourselves which then naturally allows us to be of some benefit to others.
KSK has certainly been the media darling for a while. Barely a week goes by without a mention in one media or another. Most recently, The Star also covered KSK (http://blog.tsemtulku.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/2010/07/ksk-in-the-star-metro.html). You can also see more press coverage here at KSK’s website (http://www.kechara.com/soup-kitchen/press/press-coverage/)
Being on the radio via BFM is fantastic though as it reaches a different segment of society to share our mission to help others. I am so grateful to BFM and all those media for using their resources to promote KSK because they believe in what KSK is doing. By the media promoting KSK, there will be more awareness of KSK’s mission and more volunteers will join to help us help others.
If you like what KSK is doing, please support KSK! On July 18th, Kechara House is organising a fund raising dinner at Sunway Hotel, PJ, where proceeds will go to Kechara House and KSK. Do join us if you can – Please contact Cheri for details on [M] +6013 343 3788, [T] +603 7880 0189 [E] cheri.woo@kechara.com http://kechara.com/cn/dinnerauction/
Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK) had grown from a small group of Rinpoche’s students going out to the street giving away 50+ packs of food per weekend to now 800+ packs over the weekend.
KSK had become the darling of the media since Liaison Ruby Khong took over the realm early last year and there was never looking back for KSK and Ruby.
Ruby with the help of her dedicated team had brought KSK to a level where the public will call up to see what help they need and this is really amazing!!!
Justin Cheah, is really an angel in helping the homeless and he really give it his all in helping to take these homeless off the street and give them a safe place to settle down with jobs so they can be independent. Justin really works tirelessly day and night for others. What an amazing guy!
With the strong motivation in wanting to help others, KSK had acquired a building in Imbi where there will be a permanent place where the homeless can go and seek help and support. None of this can happen without the blessing of Rinpoche and most important the dedicated KSK team and volunteers!
Thank you very much, KSK, Justin and volunteers, for your dedication towards the homeless!
This is what I say ‘if there is a will, there is a way!’
This is how much Justin Cheah loves KSK. It is world cup season now, and Justin really loves football. I mean, he really, really loves football. The Saturday night that world cup began, I was in the van with him. Despite knowing that he is missing the game, he was completely focussed on his task. He did not whine or complain in any way. In fact, throughout the whole time, if you did not know just how much he loves football, you might even think that he does not care. And after we have finished the feeding routes, he drove all the ladies back to their cars and watched them get into their cars safely before he drove off. Football may be what Justin loves, but it is clear to see that he loves KSK most of all.
Justin Cheah really loves what he is doing in Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK). I have seen him in action on the streets distributing food. I have heard him patiently talking over the phone to people who rang KSK office making enquiries. He has helped a few homeless with medical aid, getting lost IC replaced, arranging for job interviews and landing some with jobs. Some homeless now hold part time and regular jobs, thanks to Justin.
KSK being interviewed by BFM is the hard work of Justin and KSK team headed by Liaison Ruby Khong, a senior student of Rinpoche and my maternal cousin and who was instrumental in my connection to Rinpoche.
It is really neat that Kechara Soup Kitchen has become the darling of the media. What is amazing is that a monk’s (Rinpoche’s) personal childhood struggle while walking homeless and with an empty belly on the streets of America has materialized into such a wonderful department that benefits many.
This department is becoming more and more popular with the media and the who’s who in KL. This will directly pull up the prestige and credibility of the Kechara organisation. With a higher profile, Rinpoche and others in the organisation is able to spread Dharma farther and wider across many more segments of society that was previous difficult to reach.
Kudos to the incredibly hard work of Liaison Ruby Khong and Justin Cheah that brought this department to this level.
Kechara Soup Kitchen has been getting a lot of recognition and press for the work they are doing. This is attributed to the hard work under the leadership of Ruby Khong and also their patron Datuk Dr. Victor Wee.
Check out this article on the Kechara website this one features more on Datuk Dr Victor Wee
http://www.kechara.com/soup-kitchen/news/datuk-dr-victor-wee-visits-ksk-clients/
This article has details about their tireless leader Ruby Khong
http://www.kechara.com/soup-kitchen/press/press-coverage/forbes-features-philanthropy/
When does the interview come out? when when when? 🙂
Am excited to hear as Shefah Szetu of BFM really does a good job at interviewing and it’s super kind of her to come feature KSK.
Both Li Kim and I were also lucky enough to be interviewed by them a while back (also by Shefah). Here’s my interview – go listen, goooooo! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtkA-7jckwM
(and then watch all the other neat videos online)
Justin is an incredible person – very kind, humble and funny. The work he put in KSK is admirable, and I am sure he will inspire many volunteers to do more good work for the homeless.
I know Justin since the day he joined. He is a really friendly kind soul and this personality of his will warm the hearts of the homeless.
Its wonderful that media such as BFM recognizes Kechara’s community services to create awareness. As KSK grows to serve more n more, it will need more sponsors and donations to maintain its operations.It will need all the exposure it can get and BFM is fulfilling this.
It’s amazing to watch Kechara grow. Wasn’t it just last year or 2 that you guys had 1 small team of people with 1 borrowed van and like 20 meals a week tops?? I can only imagine where we’ll all be in 5 or 10 more years.