Appreciation Shrine – Tsem Ladrang USA

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Over the years, since I was instructed by my teacher Kyabje Lati Rinpoche to go to Asia, and specifically Malaysia, to disseminate the Dharma to people who are ready and karmically connected, there have been incredible people every step of the way who have contributed to the works of the Dharma: printing, painting, traveling, facilities, food, advice, help, filming, cleaning, washing, working, volunteering, finances, sponsorship and outright loyal friendship. Contributions does not necessarily infer money only but any contributions.  There has been tremendous setbacks and massive obstacles, but through it there were people who stood by. I can never forget them. There have been many, many people who have done all that, past and present, and they will come in the future also. Not only did they contribute to the Dharma growing through Kechara, but through Kechara it has reached millions of people. They have also assisted my personal well-being with their sponsorship and their contributions in so many ways and I am grateful for that.

Here in the *Ladrang in the USA, I have created this corner to dedicate to every single person who has done so, past, present and future. I am someone who always remembers whatever everyone has done, and this is my way of showing my gratitude and appreciation for their kindness. I will have offerings made here daily to the Buddhas, in dedication to all of the people past, present and the future who come and contribute in any way, shape and in any form. These people know who you are-Thank You!

The offerings will be dedicated to their life and lives, their happiness, their future positive rebirths, their enlightenment, their awakening and their spiritual progress, and most importantly peace, harmony and good fortune. I do this happily and in great gratitude, from the depths of my heart because without gratitude, we will never consider where we come from, who gave us what and how we became who we are. Everything I have and Kechara came from the dedication, contributions of so many people and they must be remembered, honored and prayers made for them. These people come primarily from Malaysia, Singapore, America, Asia and North America. So many kind people in especially Malaysia must be remembered here. Malaysia has been my biggest benefactors for most of my works. Thank you Malaysia and all friends who have contributed. Even while here in the USA for the last six months, there were a few outstanding people who offered and contributed their help.

Sometimes we can have a relationship with people and later, we don’t have a relationship with them. But still we have to remember that even the people we don’t have a relationship with have contributed something to our personal growth. So we have to focus on the good, and not the negative. No one only gave us bad.  So this is the Appreciation Shrine for all these people, specially created to generate merits for their spiritual life, happiness and family. This Appreciation Shrine in in my ladrang here in the USA.

Not only will we be making offerings of light and incense daily, but I will also give food to the birds and animals here next to the Appreciation Shrine, and dedicate it to them because feeding animals is a wonderful way of increasing life and making sure that they always receive the resources they need in the future. I often release and feed animals to dedicate to others. For example taking vegetarian vows and dedicating the energy from that to our gurus and loved ones or sick friends is powerful.

To all of the people who have contributed to my well-being and the Dharma works both physical and online, nothing I do could have been possible without your kindness and generosity so I am humbly and deeply indebted.  May everything written in the special sutra called the King of Prayers be bestowed on all these people. May everything the Superior Bodhisattva Manjushri and Buddha Tsongkapa in their prayers for sentient beings come true for these and all people.  May all goodness come forth. Sarva Mangalam.

Much gratitude, much care and much appreciation,
Tsem Rinpoche

*Ladrang in Tibetan means a lama’s private residence and office. For more information about the rest of the Ladrang, please click here: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/me/tsem-ladrang-usa.html

 

 

 

 

A close-up of one of the two dedication plaques.

 Chinese translation:
致所有在过去、现在、未来为克切拉做出贡献的
功德主、学佛弟子、义工、员工、朋友和支持者们,
我在此回向,让你们享有极度的安宁、快乐、爱与光明,我祈愿你们生生世世都受到圣者们的加持和保护,受到十方诸佛的加持,直到开悟成佛。
我由衷地将此成就的所有功德,如《普贤行愿品》中所提到的,回向给所有人。
至诚之爱,
詹杜固仁波切
2014年5月14日

 

A close-up of the second dedication plaque. I had composed the messages on both plaques, and instructed that they be hand-painted and easy to read

 Chinese translation: 
此佛坛与供养品所成就的莫大功德将回向给在我心中过去、现在和未来的所有马来西亚人和新加坡人们。
因为他们的出现,我才能够以我有限的方式谦卑地将佛法弘扬到全世界。
深切的感恩,
詹杜固仁波切 合十

 

 

I purchased this Buddha to specially dedicate to my landlord Gail, her family and especially her mother Gladys who was a Buddhist and lived in this house for many years. This Buddha is here on this shrine and dedicated to Gladys' memory. May all goodness bless Gladys and her family always. Thank you.

 

The Appreciation Shrine, featuring Shakyamuni, Medicine Buddha, Kuan Yin and Tara. Offerings of candles and incense are made here everyday in dedication to Kechara and her benefactors

 

Many of these wonderful candleholders, pedestals and manis came from a nice shop in Malibu

 

 

 

A close-up of the Appreciation Shrine. I personally created this shrine, buying the candle holders, plants, stones and inviting the statues myself (we rented a U-Haul truck!)

 

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Every single day, incense and candle offerings are made and dedicated to Kechara's benefactors

 

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Precious crystals, mani stones and aspirational prayers are offered to the Buddhas everyday, on the sponsors' behalf

 

These are the qualities I wish for my benefactors to develop and to realise

 

 

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May Kechara's sponsors have long life, good health and always be reborn into places where there is Dharma

 

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Bird seed is placed next to the Appreciation Shrine. This plants imprints in the birds' mindstreams when they come to eat. Also, in feeding animals, the merits thus generated are dedicated to the long lives of Kechara's sponsors

 

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The Appreciation Shrine by night

 

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  1. Anne Ong on May 30, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing your very beautiful shrine with us. I love the beautiful setting. It’s very creative,with beautiful plants and flowers. I wish to use these beautiful pictures for Dharma social media to complement with Rinpoche’s Dharma quotes._/\_

  2. Samfoonheei on Apr 2, 2017 at 2:31 pm

    Very beautiful appreciation shrine……beautifully set up created by our Precious Guru in appreciation to all that have sponsored ,volunteered, gardening and so forth to Tsem Ladrand USA then.
    I love the Buddha Statues and the surrounding area….simplely so beautiful and peaceful by looking at those photos.
    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing , specially dedicated to all Kechara’s benefactors.

  3. Steven Koh Wing Gok on Jun 16, 2014 at 8:51 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,
    The surrounding environment feel good and nature.
    Enjoy the nice weather and take good rest.
    Forever Thankful to you.
    Steven

  4. Jutika Lam on Jun 13, 2014 at 12:03 am

    Dear Rinpoche,

    That is a very wonderful appreciation shrine that Rinpoche has set up!

    The shrine is totally beautiful and I love how all the items on the shrine go well with the Buddha Statues and I especially love all the stones with the Chinese and English words engraved on to it!

    it is really thoughtful for Rinpoche to always remember the sponsors of the Tsem Ladrang.

    Thank you Rinpoche for remembering and appreciating the kind sponsors of the Tsem Ladrang U.S.A.

    With Much Love
    Jutika

  5. Julien Roth on Jun 5, 2014 at 9:13 pm

    That is a beautiful shrine. I think that making the choice to make this shrine was a fantastic idea. It’s good that many people have come together to offer things to Rinpoche. I hope that this shrine increases in the future. Thank you for sharing the pictures and information with is Rinpoche. I hope that Rinpoche will continue to share more things from Rinpoches time in the USA with us.

  6. Wylfred Ng on Jun 3, 2014 at 5:42 pm

    Thanks Rinpoche for the sharing.

    I like the outdoor shrine concept very much. I would like to set up an outdoor shrine outside my house too.

    Hope that i will be able to find a suitable stand to put outside my house. And of course i will put my favorite Tara on the shrine, hehe.

  7. June Tang(Khjb) on Jun 1, 2014 at 10:30 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for the lovely pictures of this beautiful appreciation shrine.Appreciation Shrine is very beautiful and filled with care and love.Thank you for the teaching on appreciation and gratitude,I will keep on mind the kindness of others.

  8. Oya on May 31, 2014 at 12:43 pm

    This is so beautiful and heartfelt ~ we want to make a dedication shrine too~
    Love and Appreciation
    Oya

  9. Antoinette on May 29, 2014 at 11:57 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    The appreciation shrine is so beautiful and I feel so blessed because You always teach us in every action. This is such a good reminder. All your thoughts are directed to benefit all beings and all benefactors to Kechara.

    Like David Lai comments, Rinpoche teaches that the cause to receive is by giving and generosity.

    The Buddha statues, setup, plants and flowers and the meaningful words are just perfect. Yes nothing is written in stone.

    And the Ladrang with the beautiful surroundings looks great and cosy. So good to find such a good place where Gladys lived happy and caring for so long. I hope you feel very at home.

    Much gratitude and deep appreciation.

    Antoinette

  10. Li Kim on May 29, 2014 at 1:54 am

    Dear Rinpoche,
    The Appreciation Shrine is solo beautiful. I love how warm it feels. I can totally imagine Rinpoche making sure every stone and Buddha were placed perfectly. And this is how much Rinpoche appreciates everyone who has contributed in all ways to the Dharma. I love the plaques… Thank you for always teaching us and in this instance about Appreciation. Please take care Rinpoche. Li Kim

  11. Linny Neoh on May 28, 2014 at 5:16 am

    It’s very extremely beautiful,thanks Rinpoche for teaching us how to show our appreciation and gratitude towards everyone that has once entered our paths in life..This eventually taught me the importance to remember everyone that has contributed in the progress of our life..I will always remember the kindness of my guru and I hope Rinpoche wiill be in good health..

  12. Pastor David Lai on May 28, 2014 at 3:59 am

    For everything that Rinpoche had received, I have observed that Rinpoche had done 2-3 times more towards creating the cause to receive. Rinpoche taught that the cause to receive is planted in generosity or in giving. Since Rinpoche had practiced the Dharma and gave so much, it has created the cause for Rinpoche to receive so much as well. Rinpoche would also never forget a kindness shown and the shrine is just a great example of this.

  13. Shelly tai on May 27, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    Dear Rinpoche thank you for sharing all these beautiful picture with us. I love all the decor in the shrine it look so peaceful especially at nite when all the candles lite up it look like a real Buddha land.

  14. HelenaC on May 27, 2014 at 11:50 am

    Oh my….so beautiful and nicely done on the appreciation shrine. Love it!! very meaningful and blessed with all the cares and blessings from Rinpoche. The rock engraving idea is superb. simple and nice and raw 😉
    Thank you Rinpoche for your devotion to your Guru to stay on and benefit so many of us. Appreciate Rinpoche’s kindness and unconditional love to all of us.
    May Rinpoche stays well, healthy and live long to continue turn the wheel of Dharma. We miss you!
    Love from home,
    Helena

  15. Casteven Lim (KH JB) on May 26, 2014 at 11:43 pm

    Dearest Rinpoche,

    Thanks for Rinpoche kindness always to dedicate Merits to all of us no matter we who we are, where we stay and how much we have support to Rinpoche works and projects…

    May Rinpoche stable health and long life (with folded hands)

    We also wish that through the Appreciation Shrine may generate Merits for all Rinpoche wishes come true hence continue turn the wheel of Dharma…

  16. Grace Leu(KHJB) on May 26, 2014 at 9:28 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche sharing the nice and beautiful photos of “Appreciation Shrine”.I will keep in mind we must always remember the kindness of others.

  17. Carmen Koo on May 26, 2014 at 4:23 pm

    The Ladrang looks cosy, comfortable and conducive, and the Appreciation Shrine that radiates with deep gratitude, appreciation, care, love, hope and joy is beautiful, and perfect. The plaques, the text/font/colours/design reminds me of the plaque Rinpoche drew for our very first Kechara Paradise outlet, and subsequently, when we all painted Rinpoche’s cabin when we all lived in containers at Kechara Forest Retreat.

    Thank you for this post, it’s very nice to see Rinpoche, and also, to know that Malaysia has been good to Rinpoche and Rinpoche’s works. I know Rinpoche will never ever forget any form of kindness shown, as Rinpoche till today remembers the kindness many before has shown, and continue to have them in Rinpoche’s thoughts and prayers and sending gifts and help to them when needed. Reading this touches me deep.

    I remember Rinpoche’s teachings to showing gratitude and being appreciative. Showing gratitude and appreciation is a great way for people to surround themselves in your presence and for you to be happy. Why is that? Because you lower your own focus on yourself, and you remember the kindness others has shown to you, and they too will feel happy that you remember. You can bear more and do more for the person, above and over your own personal agendas, because you have gratitude for someone. It is extremely important to have gratitude for the mind to be able to not always take but also return the kindness shown.

    Read here for another powerful teaching on gratitude: https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/gratitude-makes-us-happier.html

    Thank you Rinpoche, for being a role model to us on how to gain freedom in our own minds through our own choices. Its in our own hands and like the sun, moon and star for a vessel lost at sea, Rinpoche illuminates the way for us.

    Forever thankful,
    Carmen

  18. Pastor Adeline on May 26, 2014 at 1:14 am

    I was very touch to see what Rinpoche has setup to appreciate all the help Rinpoche has gotten. There’s so much sincere and unconditional care, love and unbroken promises from Rinpoche to continue to guide and take care of others. It is not a shrine that is only meant for decoration but a place that is being setup for all to continue to be blessed with the positive energy and thereby be liberated from self misery. It is a very powerful place solely for the goodness of others. Thank you Rinpoche!

  19. tenzinkhenchen on May 24, 2014 at 10:45 pm

    I rejoice! This shrine is absolutely wonderful! It is great to be thankful to all of the people that contributed. However, we should all be more thankful as Rinpoche is the one who gave us the most important thing of our life – The Dharma.

  20. Edwin Tan on May 23, 2014 at 2:36 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    The shrine is very beautiful. All images showed just how exquisitely and thoughtfulness put into setting up the Appreciation Shrine.

    Rinpoche never forgets people’s kindness, and taught me how to look at what one had taught me [even though they may not have a relationship with me anymore] and to give thanks and appreciation to those who had and has been in my life.

    Importantly, I feel it should be ME, us, placing an Appreciation Shrine in my home to show my gratitude for my guru, for always teaching me in all ways and manners – patiently, compassionately – so that I can properly receive Rinpoche’s blessings and understand the teachings and talks given.

    Thank you.

  21. So Kin Hoe (Ipoh) on May 22, 2014 at 10:50 pm

    Dearest Rinpoche, the Appreciation Shrine is very beautiful and filled with love, care, blessings and many more auspicious items. Thank you for your blessings and the teachings that you have given us in Malaysia and now are very beneficial to many people who are new in Dharma. I sincerely pray for Rinpoche’s long life and good health.

  22. Pastor Han Nee on May 22, 2014 at 7:30 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    Thank you for the lovely pictures of this beautiful appreciation shrine. I love how the plants and flowers, mani stones and precious crystals , the candle holder and the incense burner are arranged around the statues to create such harmony, peace and beauty.

    Thank you for showing us how important it is that we repay the kindness of others.This appreciation shrine expresses so much care and love, in the show of gratitude and appreciation. It is appreciation of the highest form – daily prayers and offerings, daily food to the birds and dedicating all the merits of this to the benefactors and sponsors of Kechara, as well as to all the students and to all who have served and worked for Rinpoche and Kechara and contributed in every way to the spread of Dharma.

    In repaying the kindness of my precious Lama, may I continue to give my full focus to serving the Dharma and my Guru,for the benefit of all. May Rinpoche continue to turn the wheel of Dharma to benefit countless beings.

  23. Keng@London on May 22, 2014 at 4:46 pm

    The privilege is ours to have you as our Guru. To me you are undoubtedly a modern day ‘messiah’, an erudite master of spiritual practice. Everyone who has the fortune to have you grace their life for even an instant, has gain more merits than all the wonderful things they have done before they met you. Many may not understand some of the great works you have done (for them) due to their dualistic mind but many many more do an we are very very happy of the outcome. We pray for you good health and long life and for the wheel of dharma to constantly turn for all mother sentient beings. May we continue to be connected with you life after life after life until all our karma are exhausted…

  24. Datuk May on May 22, 2014 at 3:51 pm

    Dear Rinpoche,

    The appreciation shrine is beautiful and in response, I HAVE ALSO HUMBLY SET UP AN APPRECIATION SHRINE IN MY HEART DEDICATED TO MY PRECIOUS ROOT GURU, HE TSEM RINPOCHE, for giving me the Dharma and teaching me how beneficial it is to have a great Guru and learn to be the best of who I can be.

    The journey is not complete, but with every small step each day, I hope that with the blessings from Rinpoche and the Buddhas, I will attain peace in this life and future lives. With deepest appreciation to my precious Guru.

  25. Sharon Ong on May 22, 2014 at 11:59 am

    Dearest Rinpoche, I just love your Appreciation Shrine. So beautifully done. More importantly, the sentiment behind this lovely shrine. I have discovered that being appreciative and thankful for every little blessings in my life makes me a happier person and not to take life or the people around me for granted. Thank you for the video and teaching on appreciation and gratitude. I think if more people have gratitude in their lives, there will be less people with negative attitudes. With folded hands.

  26. Keith@Sydney on May 22, 2014 at 9:45 am

    Dearest Rinpoche
    Thank you for sharing the photos with us. You look well and healthy. I enjoy looking at each and every single of the photos and appreciate the beauty of the shrine. It is soothing the eyes to look at the well-arranged shrine, the statue, pebbles, the plants/flowers are arranged beautifully and harmoniously. I rejoice at all Kechara’s benefactors’ hard work, kindness, support and dedication. It was so touching when I read this blog. I myself also have an appreciation shrine in my heart set up for my kind Guru, who is kinder than all the Buddhas. It is you Rinpoche , who not only gives me the right path for my liberation but also gives me opportunities to create merits and causes for my enlightenment. I do not have much to pay back for you kindness, but what I can do is to continuously support Kechara, remember your teachings, instruction, and to hold my refuge vows and 5 precepts vows strongly that were conferred by you.
    With folded hands,
    Keith

  27. Bradley Kassian on May 22, 2014 at 7:30 am

    Rejoice! The Shrine is so beautiful and it’s wonderful that so many people have come together to contribute to Tsem Rinpoche’s work in anyway!

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    HH the 101st Gaden Trisur Jetsun Lungrik Namgyal Rinpoche is an erudite, and highly attained lama. Millions of Gelug practitioners from all over monasteries view H H the Gaden Tripa as the supreme leader of their lineage. H H the Gaden Tripa gave a three-day teaching on the sacred Highest Anuttarayoga Tantra practice of Vajrayogini at his Dharma centre in France, Thar Deu Ling. A very special text containing teachings composed by HH Gaden Trisur Rinpoche were also distributed. Incredible , HH Gaden Trisur Rinpoche continue giving teachings at the advanced age of 92. Haven writen a book about the Vajrayogini practice shows us the importance of this practice in this day and age. Merely by reciting her mantra daily without break can gain spiritual attainments, perceive her holy form, and even ascend to her pure land — Kechara Paradise.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this profound knowledge about Vajrayogini

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/h-h-the-101st-gaden-trisur-rinpoches-vajrayogini-teachings-and-text.html
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    Wednesday, Jul 9. 2025 05:46 PM
    I thought the physicians says there is no cure for HSV 2!!! I am telling you today that DR.UMA cure HSV 2 with his herbal medicine and once you get cured you are cured forever it is never reversible, I have been suffering for this deadly disease called HSV 2 for more than 2years and I lost all hope because my doctor says there is no cure for HSV 2. Brethren I saw a testimony on the internet on how DR.UMA cure HSV, Hapatitis etc with his herbal medication and an email and watsapp to contact him was also displayed, I thought this was a joke but I decided to contact him and he replied telling me not to worry that my problem is over . DR.UMA sent me a herbal medication to drink for one month but only 2weeks I feel strange and I went to my doctor and he confirmed me negative. He can help you too. Contact him via email…dr.umaherbalcenter@gmail.com WhatsApp +2347035619585. He is capable of curing AUTISM, HERPES, HPV, HSV1&2, HEPATITIS A B C, and DIABETES.
  • SamFoonHeei
    Saturday, Jun 21. 2025 12:43 PM
    Tibetan pujas, a devotional ritual, offers numerous benefits, including healing, protection, wealth, wisdom, and spiritual growth. It fosters a deeper connection with the divine, promotes inner peace, and can help purify the environment and can lead to a closer connection with enlightenment. They are a way to purify negative karma, remove obstacles, and accumulate merit. Pujas can also help with mental and emotional well-being, reducing stress, anxiety, and pain. Ultimately, they are a powerful tool for spiritual development and can lead to a closer connection with enlightenment. Puja can be a powerful tool for fostering a sense of gratitude and devotion. Reading this clear and simple explanation in this article will help more and more people to understand better.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this great sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/kechara-13-depts/what-are-pujas-about-do-take-a-good-read.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Saturday, Jun 21. 2025 12:42 PM
    In Tibetan Buddhism, refuge and the guru are closely intertwined. Taking refuge in the three jewels expresses the most fundamental connection to Buddhism. Having confronted the limitations of samsara, we are ready for a change. Taking refuge involves seeking protection and guidance from the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, with the guru often seen as a living embodiment of these three jewels. The guru’s role is to guide practitioners towards enlightenment by pointing them to the path and helping them overcome obstacles. Refuge is not merely a symbolic act but a deep commitment to transforming one’s mind and life by relying on these sources of inspiration and guidance. Taking refuge doesn’t protect us from problems such as illness, accidents, and other difficulties. Rather, it provides us with knowledge to transform obstacles into opportunities. We learn how to relate to difficulties in a new way, and this protects us from confusion and despair. Reading again to understand better .
    Thank you Rinpoche for this sharing .

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/refuge-and-the-guru.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Saturday, Jun 21. 2025 12:40 PM
    Reading through this blog of what life was like for Pastor Jean Ai, during lockdown. The Movement Control Order which began in 2020 reminded me of how I went through during the lock down. Staying alone by myself as the rest of my family member outstation in KL. Not easy after all everything as such as getting foods etc. I do my shopping twice a week having doing all the necessary disinfection and so on. What I did at home during the lock down and how I spent my time, days indeed not easy Do reading, watching videos at Tsem Rinpoche blog , learning and practicing and in-fact did full prostration and mantras recitation daily . It had changed my life since then and had completed 100k . Through a Dharma brother I managed to get hold of some mantras for rolling too. Interesting,…..watching Pastor Jean Ai’s video at how she interact with friends that’s awesome.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Jean Ai for this interesting sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/guest-contributors/life-in-kfr-during-lockdown.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Saturday, Jun 21. 2025 12:36 PM
    n Tibetan Buddhism, prostrations are a way to express deep respect and devotion to the Three Jewels for the Buddha, his teachings (Dharma), and the spiritual community (Sangha). Prostration is a physical act of deep reverence or worship, which offers a range of benefits across spiritual, physical, and mental domains. It can be a form of prayer, a means of expressing devotion. It is a deeply symbolic act that purifies negative actions, accumulates merit, and cultivates humility and compassion. It can be a form of prayer, a means of expressing devotion. This act is believed to be beneficial for practitioners, cultivating humility, eliminating negative thoughts, and accumulating positive karma which is believed to lead to positive future outcomes and spiritual progress. Whether we believe in karma or not, our negative karma increases without purification. Hence its important , to purify our negative karma through the Vajrasattva and prostrations practice. It also seen as a way to purify our negative mind, emotions and thought patterns, such as pride and ego if we do it well . Thus, the practice of purification is one of the most important solutions to our problems and is extremely necessary for everyone of us. It is more important to put our everyday life’s effort into the practice of purification to attain spiritual realization.
    The Vajrasattva purification practice, which is more powerful than negative karma. With this practice can prevent us from experiencing the problems that negative karma would otherwise bring us. Reciting the Vajrasattva mantra before going to bed to prevent whatever negative karma we have created that day from multiplying it is an incredibly powerful method that it makes our life very light and easy and keeps us happy and peaceful in our inner life.
    Both Vajrasattva practice and prostrations done with good visualizations are indeed very beneficial for practitioners.
    Thank you Rinpoche for this great sharing and teachings .

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/buddhas-dharma/vajrasattva-and-prostrations-transcript.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Tuesday, Jun 10. 2025 01:45 PM
    Du Fu (712-770 AD), also known as Tu Fu, was a prominent Chinese poet of the Tang Dynasty, often considered one of the greatest alongside Li Bai. He was a poet-historian and a poet-sage, known for his realistic depictions of human suffering and reflections on the troubled times of his era. His poems, reflecting his personal experiences and the political instability of the time, have had a lasting impact on both Chinese and Japanese literary traditions.
    Interesting read.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Anila for this sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/art-architecture/du-fu-a-poet-savant.html
  • SamFoonHeei
    Tuesday, Jun 10. 2025 01:43 PM
    Bojo Jinul also known as Chinul,a Korean Buddhist monk, philosopher, and reformer who is considered one of the most influential figures in Korean Buddhism within the Seon tradition. He’s known for unifying the various Korean Buddhist schools into a single order. He created a more cohesive and strong Buddhist society in Korea, combining all the teachings of the various schools, where he emphasizing both sudden awakening and gradual cultivation, and practical meditation techniques into one. His unification efforts had a profound impact on the development of Korean Buddhism. Jinul’s unique approach to practice and are still studied today. He is regarded as one of the most respected and influential figures in Korean Buddhist history.
    Thank you Rinpoche and Anila for this great sharing.

    https://www.tsemrinpoche.com/tsem-tulku-rinpoche/great-lamas-masters/bojo-jinul-uniter-of-korean-buddhism.html

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Second picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal. Height: 33ft (10m)
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First picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal. Height: 33ft (10m)
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Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha.
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Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha. She was his step-mother and aunt. Buddha's mother had passed away at his birth so he was raised by Gotami.
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My Dharma boy (left) and Oser girl loves to laze around on the veranda in the mornings. They enjoy all the trees, grass and relaxing under the hot sun. Sunbathing is a favorite daily activity. I care about these two doggies of mine very much and I enjoy seeing them happy. They are with me always. Tsem Rinpoche Always be kind to animals and eat vegetarian- https://bit.ly/2Psp8h2
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Part 1-Beautiful billboard in Malaysia of a powerful Tibetan hero whose life serves as a great inspiration- https://bit.ly/2UltNE4
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The great Protector Manjushri Dorje Shugden depicted in the beautiful Mongolian style. To download a high resolution file: https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
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Beautiful high file for print of Lord Manjushri. May you be blessed- https://bit.ly/2V8mwZe
Mongolian (Oymiakon) Shaman in Siberia, Russia. That is his real outfit he wears. Very unique. TR
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Mongolian (Oymiakon) Shaman in Siberia, Russia. That is his real outfit he wears. Very unique. TR
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  • Beautiful new casing in Kechara for Vajra Yogini. Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    Beautiful new casing in Kechara for Vajra Yogini. Tsem Rinpoche
  • Get ready to laugh real hard. This is Kechara’s version of “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane!” We have some real talents in this video clip.
    6 years ago
    Get ready to laugh real hard. This is Kechara’s version of “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane!” We have some real talents in this video clip.
  • Recitation of Dorje Dermo‘s mantra or the Dharani of Glorious Vajra Claws. This powerful mantra is meant to destroy all obstacles that come in our way. Beneficial to play this mantra in our environments.
    6 years ago
    Recitation of Dorje Dermo‘s mantra or the Dharani of Glorious Vajra Claws. This powerful mantra is meant to destroy all obstacles that come in our way. Beneficial to play this mantra in our environments.
  • Beautiful
    6 years ago
    Beautiful
    Beautiful sacred Severed Head Vajra Yogini from Tsem Rinpoche's personal shrine.
  • My little monster cute babies Dharma and Oser. Take a look and get a cute attack for the day! Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    My little monster cute babies Dharma and Oser. Take a look and get a cute attack for the day! Tsem Rinpoche
  • Plse watch this short video and see how all sentient beings are capable of tenderness and love. We should never hurt animals nor should we eat them. Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    Plse watch this short video and see how all sentient beings are capable of tenderness and love. We should never hurt animals nor should we eat them. Tsem Rinpoche
  • Cruelty of some people have no limits and it’s heartbreaking. Being kind cost nothing. Tsem Rinpoche
    6 years ago
    Cruelty of some people have no limits and it’s heartbreaking. Being kind cost nothing. Tsem Rinpoche
  • SUPER ADORABLE and must see
    7 years ago
    SUPER ADORABLE and must see
    Tsem Rinpoche's dog Oser girl enjoying her snack in her play pen.
  • Cute!
    7 years ago
    Cute!
    Oser girl loves the balcony so much. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTcoWpKJm2c
  • Uncle Wong
    7 years ago
    Uncle Wong
    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.
  • Tsem Rinpoche’s Schnauzer Dharma boy fights Robot sphere from Arkonide!
    7 years ago
    Tsem Rinpoche’s Schnauzer Dharma boy fights Robot sphere from Arkonide!
  • Cute baby owl found and rescued
    7 years ago
    Cute baby owl found and rescued
    We rescued a lost baby owl in Kechara Forest Retreat.
  • Nice cups from Kechara!!
    7 years ago
    Nice cups from Kechara!!
    Dorje Shugden people's lives matter!
  • Enjoy a peaceful morning at Kechara Forest Retreat
    7 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).
  • This topic is so hot in many circles right now.
    8 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.
  • Chiropractic CHANGES LIFE for teenager with acute PAIN & DEAD LEG.
    8 years ago
    Chiropractic CHANGES LIFE for teenager with acute PAIN & DEAD LEG.
  • BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN NEW YORK STATE-AMAZING.
    8 years ago
    BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN NEW YORK STATE-AMAZING.
  • Leonardo DiCaprio takes on the meat Industry with real action.
    8 years ago
    Leonardo DiCaprio takes on the meat Industry with real action.
  • Do psychic mediums have messages from beyond?
    8 years ago
    Do psychic mediums have messages from beyond?
  • Lovely gift for my 52nd Birthday. Tsem Rinpoche
    8 years ago
    Lovely gift for my 52nd Birthday. Tsem Rinpoche
  • This 59-year-old chimpanzee was refusing food and ready to die until...
    8 years ago
    This 59-year-old chimpanzee was refusing food and ready to die until...
    she received “one last visit from an old friend” 💔💔
  • Bigfoot sighted again and made it to the news.
    8 years ago
    Bigfoot sighted again and made it to the news.
  • Casper is such a cute and adorable. I like him.
    8 years ago
    Casper is such a cute and adorable. I like him.
  • Dorje Shugden Monastery Amarbayasgalant  Mongolia's Ancient Hidden Gem
    8 years ago
    Dorje Shugden Monastery Amarbayasgalant Mongolia's Ancient Hidden Gem
  • Don't you love Hamburgers? See how 'delicious' it is here!
    8 years ago
    Don't you love Hamburgers? See how 'delicious' it is here!
  • Such a beautiful and powerful message from a person who knows the meaning of life. Tsem Rinpoche
    8 years ago
    Such a beautiful and powerful message from a person who knows the meaning of life. Tsem Rinpoche
  • What the meat industry figured out is that you don't need healthy animals to make a profit.
    8 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
  • This video went viral and it's a must watch!!
    8 years ago
    This video went viral and it's a must watch!!
  • SEE HOW THIS ANIMAL SERIAL KILLER HAS NO ISSUE BLUDGEONING THIS DEFENSELESS BEING.
    8 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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15th July Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam .
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Releasing fishes,birds and fishing baits on a beautiful auspicious day 13 July 2025.Kechara Study Group Sam
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#Throwback 5th July, 2025. Members gathered for puja during the first week of July. There's nothing can stop us being faithfully devoted to Rinpoche and our Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. May our group can grow to a greater height. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
#Throwback 28th June, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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#Throwback 28th June, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
10th July evening we had our weekly DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. May HE Tsem Rinpoche have a swift return to KFR at Bentong. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam.
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10th July evening we had our weekly DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. May HE Tsem Rinpoche have a swift return to KFR at Bentong. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam.
21st June 2025, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Every Saturday @3pm at 49, Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown, Penang. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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21st June 2025, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Every Saturday @3pm at 49, Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown, Penang. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Throwback 22 June 2025
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Throwback 19th June meritorious evening Pastor leading DS Puja at Kechara Kuantan ... Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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Throwback 19th June meritorious evening Pastor leading DS Puja at Kechara Kuantan ... Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
19th June 2025 Pastor Seng Piow dharma sharing ..(karma is easy it's a choice)with us at Kechara Kuantan Study Group.. Sam
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19th June 2025 Pastor Seng Piow dharma sharing ..(karma is easy it's a choice)with us at Kechara Kuantan Study Group.. Sam
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Thanks to members/sponsors who made an extra effort to put up these modern, sleek and striking window curtains. Looks like an entourage of Buddhas coming down to visit and ready to give blessings!!! Are you ready for a powerful blessing during puja? Join us every Saturday at 3pm. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Thanks to members/sponsors who made an extra effort to put up these modern, sleek and striking window curtains. Looks like an entourage of Buddhas coming down to visit and ready to give blessings!!! Are you ready for a powerful blessing during puja? Join us every Saturday at 3pm. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
Newly made window curtain with Buddha's print. Mother Tara with Lord Avalokiteshvara. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Newly made window curtain with Buddha's print. Mother Tara with Lord Avalokiteshvara. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
7th June 2025, completed weekly Dorje Shugden Puja with recitation of Namasangiti. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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7th June 2025, completed weekly Dorje Shugden Puja with recitation of Namasangiti. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
5 June 2025 we had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening. Kechara Kuantan Study Group...Sam
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5 June 2025 we had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening. Kechara Kuantan Study Group...Sam
1st June 2025, in the most sacred month of Tibetan Buddhism,we had our animals liberation activities.Kechara Kuantan Study Group..Sam
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1st June 2025, in the most sacred month of Tibetan Buddhism,we had our animals liberation activities.Kechara Kuantan Study Group..Sam
These are the offerings to Buddha during DS puja. We need to strive to make offerings to Buddha every day to generate new merits as well as dispel obstacles. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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These are the offerings to Buddha during DS puja. We need to strive to make offerings to Buddha every day to generate new merits as well as dispel obstacles. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
Last day of May, 31st May Dorje Shugden puja completed with recitation of Namasangiti. This puja led by William and attended by Penang members. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Last day of May, 31st May Dorje Shugden puja completed with recitation of Namasangiti. This puja led by William and attended by Penang members. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche Kechara Kuantan Study Group..Sam
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Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche Kechara Kuantan Study Group..Sam
24th May, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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24th May, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
#Throwback 17th May 2025, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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#Throwback 17th May 2025, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
22nd May we had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening. Kechara Kuantan Study group.. Sam
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22nd May we had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening. Kechara Kuantan Study group.. Sam
18 th May sunny Sunday to start off our monthly animal liberation activities.. Saving hundred thousand lives from pet-shop.Kechara Kuantan study group Sam
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18 th May sunny Sunday to start off our monthly animal liberation activities.. Saving hundred thousand lives from pet-shop.Kechara Kuantan study group Sam
Last but not least, group photo take. after puja and incense offerings completed. Happy Wesak's Day to all. 12th May 2025. Uploaded by Jacinta.
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Last but not least, group photo take. after puja and incense offerings completed. Happy Wesak's Day to all. 12th May 2025. Uploaded by Jacinta.
Puja started at 2 pm with Pastor Patsy giving Dharma talk and presenting 8 auspicious on the altar. What a great way to start the puja! May Rinpoche return swiftly, witnessing the Dharma growth in Penang, a northern state, West of Malaysia. Uploaded by Jacinta
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Puja started at 2 pm with Pastor Patsy giving Dharma talk and presenting 8 auspicious on the altar. What a great way to start the puja! May Rinpoche return swiftly, witnessing the Dharma growth in Penang, a northern state, West of Malaysia. Uploaded by Jacinta
There are visitors who came specifically to pay homage to H. E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche as well as our members arriving for the puja. Uploaded by Jacinta
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There are visitors who came specifically to pay homage to H. E. Tsem Tulku Rinpoche as well as our members arriving for the puja. Uploaded by Jacinta
Mostly our relatives and members of the group came to pay homage to Buddha during the day. Generating much merits on Wesak's Day. Uploaded by Jacinta
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Mostly our relatives and members of the group came to pay homage to Buddha during the day. Generating much merits on Wesak's Day. Uploaded by Jacinta
Offerings are made on all altars. It was being decorated delicately by the members. Wesak's Day Celebration at Penang Dorje Shugden on 12th May (Mon). Uploaded by Jacinta.
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Offerings are made on all altars. It was being decorated delicately by the members. Wesak's Day Celebration at Penang Dorje Shugden on 12th May (Mon). Uploaded by Jacinta.
Group's photo after preparation for Wesak has completed. Taken on 11th May @ Penang Dorje Shugden Temple. Uploaded by Jacinta
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Group's photo after preparation for Wesak has completed. Taken on 11th May @ Penang Dorje Shugden Temple. Uploaded by Jacinta
Wesak's Day preparation on 11th May (Sun) : Penang Dorje Shugden. Upload by Jacinta
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Wesak's Day preparation on 11th May (Sun) : Penang Dorje Shugden. Upload by Jacinta
15 May Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening.kechara Kuantan Study Group.Sam
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15 May Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening.kechara Kuantan Study Group.Sam
Completed Dorje Shugden puja @ 3rd May 2025. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Completed Dorje Shugden puja @ 3rd May 2025. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
9th May.. Some of the Offerings during yesterday puja.Kechara Kuantan Study Group ..Sam
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9th May.. Some of the Offerings during yesterday puja.Kechara Kuantan Study Group ..Sam
Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening.Kechara Kuantan Study Group.Sam
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Had our weekly Swift Return Puja for HE Tsem Rinpoche this evening.Kechara Kuantan Study Group.Sam
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