10 of the world’s best meditation retreats

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Dear students and friends,

I came across this article on CNN and thought that I should share it with all of my blog readers. The article is on 10 of the best meditation retreats in the world!

When I read it, I couldn’t help but think that it’s very much how I would like Kechara Forest Retreat (KFR) to be. A place where you can get away from the bustling crowd and heavy traffic in the city, and to find some peace, quiet and serenity away from it all. In the case of KFR, within the beautiful forest of Malaysia…

KFR is located an hour away from KL, the capital city of Malaysia. It’s 35 acres and we are almost finished with the construction of the meditation hall. There’s a lot of exciting activities and news coming up. Stay tuned! Hehe

Take a look at the article below on the Top 10 best meditation retreats…

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10 of the world’s best meditation retreats

[Extracted from: http://edition.cnn.com/2013/06/25/travel/best-meditation-retreats/?hpt=hp_c5]

(CNN) — Adventure travel isn’t always about riding waves and ascending heights — sometimes it’s about heading inside, to explore the realm of our inner worlds.

While it might be counter-intuitive to travel long distances to sit with a bunch of silent strangers, meditation retreats offer guidance to those on an internal quest.

“Every wise culture knows that there are times that are important to walk out in the desert or in the mountains, or go on retreat and listen,” says Jack Kornfield, a meditation teacher whose books include “The Wise Heart” and “Bringing Home the Dharma.”

“Quiet the mind and open the heart and listen deeply. In the cycles of our life, that serves almost everyone.”

It’s common to worry about a week without conversation, meat or sleeping in. But those who persevere are rewarded.

“It turns out in almost every case that they love it,” says Kornfield. “Things that seem like they might be difficult, such as silence, turn out to be right away a splendid gift.”

Rules vary, but many dedicated centers will ask for a temporary vow of silence during most or all of your time as a visitor.

A rule of thumb is to look for teachers with a good reputation and who come from a long tradition rather than a self-proclaimed guru.

Be realistic about your physical needs and creature comforts. Austere conditions may prompt insight into the difference between what you want and want you need.

A traditional Buddhist meditation retreat starts early in the morning; nonprofits will likely expect you to do a work period (cut those carrots mindfully) and to pick up after yourself.

More than anything, says Kornfield, look for “a place that’s known for love, [with] a spirit of loving kindness and compassion in everything that it does.”

 

Spirit Rock, California

Once San Francisco’s northern suburbs give way to what looks like Tolkein’s shire, the hills of Spirit Rock appear.

Native Americans once used this land for spiritual rites; even the wild deer and turkeys are calm, without any need to flinch from humans.

Residential retreats, held throughout the year, run as long as two months.

“Some come for healing, either the healing of the heart or the healing of the body,” says Jack Kornfield, one of Spirit Rock’s founding teachers. “Some come because they are in life transition and need to listen deeply to what is the next thing that is asked of them or how to deal with some great change.

“As they quiet themselves, as they walk in nature, as they listen to their own breath and their own feelings and thoughts more deeply, they grow a sense of stillness and clarity.

“And we see it on their faces. We call it sometimes the vipassana [insight meditation] facelift. You look at the shining faces of people after a week of retreat, and they look like they are 10 years younger. They’re brighter; their presence and spirit has been renewed.”

www.spiritrock.org

 

Plum Village, France

Vietnamese monk Thich Nhat Hanh was nominated by Martin Luther King Jr. for the Nobel Peace Prize.

For Thich Nhat Hanh, the Vietnamese monk whom Martin Luther King Jr. nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, cultivating lucidity is a means to connecting with yourself and others.

“When you are mindful of something, you are concentrated on it, and the power of mindful concentration can help you see things as they really are and you discover the nature of interbeing,” he recently told Shambhala Sun.

The monastery in southern France that he and about 200 monks and nuns call home welcomes visitors of all ages and features one lazy, unstructured day per week.

www.plumvillage.org

 

Dalai Lama’s teachings, Dharamsala, India

When the Dalai Lama teaches in India, where he sought refuge after fleeing his native Tibet, his talks are typically free and open to the public.

Eleven Directions bridges the gap between the Nobel Peace Prize winner’s talks and negotiating a week or so in Dharamsala, the center of the Tibetan community in exile and destination for many a spiritual pilgrim.

Accommodation options include a guesthouse run by the Dalai Lama’s brother.

Shantum Seth, a Zen priest, advocates being fully open and aware when traveling, and is widely praised by Western Buddhists as the go-to guide in the Himalayas.

His tour in Dharamsala is for those who want to connect with and discuss Tibetan culture and practices; other itineraries include “In the Footsteps of the Buddha.”

www.buddhapath.com

 

Mindfulness-based stress reduction at Glenview Hotel and Leisure Club, Ireland

In the 1970s, Jon Kabat-Zinn pioneered Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) at the University of Massachusetts Medical School for patients (and staff) to help manage the physical and psychological impacts of stress, pain and sickness.

The approach strips away talk about dharma and karma to offer meditation techniques straight up.

Their Center for Mindfulness hosts an annual conference for scientists on how meditation impacts health care and vice versa, and has contributed to scientific understanding of how meditation affects the brain and immune system.

Mindfulness Tools for Living the Full Catastrophe is a five-day residential version of MBSR, which is taught around the world.

This summer, Ananda hosts a session at Ireland’s Glenview Hotel — ideal for somebody who wants a location with all the typical traveler amenities.

www.umassmed.edu

 

The Buddhist Retreat Centre, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The community here does outreach work with the local population through Woza Moya in the Ufafa Valley.

Just a 90-minute drive from Durban, the Buddhist Retreat Centre’s remote location in Ixopo feels fully rural.

Former President Nelson Mandela awarded the center National Heritage status for its environmentally friendly approach to using indigenous plants and helping to save the endangered Blue Swallow.

Accordingly, walking and bird-watching on the extensive property are encouraged.

In addition to scheduled meditation retreats, people in search of solitude are also welcome to come and get away from the modern world on their own.

Located in a traditional Zulu tribal area, the community here does outreach work with the local population through Woza Moya in the Ufafa Valley.

www.brcixopo.co.za

 

Wat Suan Mokkh, Chaiya, Thailand

Starting on the first day of each month, this forest refuge offers 10-day meditation retreats.

All levels are welcome, but the conditions are rugged; in the words of Ajahn Buddhadasa, who founded the hermitage: “Live plainly, aim high.”

At registration, you turn in your cell phone; beds are a straw mat and wooden pillow.

The wake-up bell is at 4 a.m.

The Garden of Liberation regularly attracts foreigners and is a good choice for those seeking an authentic forest monk experience with instruction in English.

www.suanmokkh-idh.org

 

Ala Kukui, Hawaii

Ala Kukui is situated among hills and fruit trees on 12 rural acres in Maui.

The idea for Ala Kukui, or “Pathway of Illumination,” was inspired by the events of September 11.

This sanctuary is situated among hills and fruit trees on 12 rural acres in Maui, with views of both the Pacific Ocean and Haleakala.

Various offerings throughout the year draw locals and long-haul visitors.

Among specialties is a residential retreat for war veterans that acknowledges and aims to heal the extreme PTSD, grief and loss that soldiers often struggle with.

Programs in hula, writing and yoga are also available.

www.alakukui.org

 

Assisi Retreat Home & Hermitage, Assisi, Italy

If the Italian countryside gives you piece of mind, you can take comfort in the centuries-old farmhouse with four guest rooms.

Morning and evening meditation periods are bookends for days spent exploring Assisi — a “spiritual walking tour of the ancient holy sites” is an option — or the Umbrian countryside.

Retreats are conducted in English; kitchen space is provided to prepare your own meals.

www.assisiretreats.org

 

Gampo Abbey, Nova Scotia, Canada

Gampo Abbey is geared toward monastic life in the Shambhala tradition. Residents typically make at least a yearlong commitment, but those with a regular meditation practice are welcome to come for a week during the summer in-house season.

Those wanting to study with Gampo Abbey’s principal teacher Ani Pema Chödrön (born Deirdre Blomfield-Brown in New York) can do so this year at the less austere Omega Institute in New York State.

www.gampoabbey.org

 

Kripalu, Massachusetts

Kripalu is primarily a yoga center, but many other programs, such as meditation, mindful running and couple’s massage, are also offered.

Located in the Berkshires just down the road from Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Kripalu is primarily a yoga center.

The woodsy setting overlooking a lake is iconic New England, whether the branches are heavy with winter snow or bursting with the colors of spring, summer and autumn.

Most visitors sign up for a course — often a yoga specialty, including teacher training in Kripalu’s signature method, which emphasizes personal expression.

But many other programs, such as meditation, mindful running and couple’s massage, are also offered.

Yoga and dance for all levels are available several times per day for all visitors, and during school vacation periods, kid-oriented choices like CircusYoga are available.

Keeping with the property’s monastic history, living quarters are basic: many opt for dorm rooms with bunk beds and community baths. Some private rooms are available.

Vegetarian-friendly meals are served cafeteria-style. (Breakfasts are silent.)

New management has introduced Wi-Fi, coffee and all manner of chocolate.

A vast menu of bodywork, including massage, facials and ayurvedic consultations, can be booked ahead of time or on-site.

www.kripalu.org

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  1. sarassitham on Oct 23, 2020 at 4:18 pm

    I am blessed to see the amazing and best 10 meditation retreats in the world. I believe it is such because of its rich and long history with pure spiritual practice and way of life, culture and religion.

    Traditionally all retreats has a beautiful landscape and quiet environment for anyone to have more freedom, peace and happiness in our daily life. It is also a chance to nurture our inner growth as it’s take time to look deeply in order to transform both our individual difficulties and the difficulties in our society.

    We are so fortunate with Rinpoche kindness to have a similar retreat for us to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Such a great place to practice dharma in nature with walks, breath meditations and fresh air.

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this article and giving an opportunity to explore the beautiful retreats in the world.

  2. S.Prathap on Aug 1, 2019 at 5:17 pm

    Thank you for sharing this article with us.It is really good and interesting .After looking at the retreat places inn this article ,i feel that the need for spiritual event has grown .
    I am grateful because we have Kechara Forest Retreat nearby and no need to go far away to other countries.Hopefully one day Kechara Forest Retreat will be listed as the top 10 best meditation retreats.

  3. Cynthia Lee on Jul 20, 2017 at 3:32 am

    “Quiet the mind and open the heart and listen deeply. In the cycles of our life, that serves almost everyone.”

    A meditation retreat is definitely more beneficial than a holiday to the beach, exploring cities, museums and historical sites because the take back are more than a temporary escapism from one’a stressful life. After a fun holiday, it’s back to the same shit hole.

    Going for a retreat is an entirely different ballgame. Many that came to Kechara Forest Retreat goes back home with the methods to help them face their challenges, have heightened awareness and even as basic as a refreshed and relaxed mind, body and spirit.

    It would serve the world to have more of these places around the world. Malaysia is very lucky to have Kechara Forest Retreat which is one of a kind in this region. One day, KFR will make it to the CNN list. ?

  4. Samfoonheei on Jul 2, 2017 at 12:06 am

    Wow …how wonderful if Kechara Forest Retreat is CNN’s list of top 10 best meditation retreats.Kechara Forest retreat has everything like those top best retreats with the beauty,calmness and stimulating environment surounding by greenery hills close to nature.
    Retreats are useful for individuals as a way to evaluate their life’s direction away from work stress,depression,mental inbalance and so forth.Most important is to return home refreshed, restored and ready to tackle whatever life ahead.
    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing all the interesting ten best meditation retreats .
    May Kechara Forest Retreat listed into the top 10 list of best meditation retreats one day in the near furture.

  5. Stella Cheang on Jun 30, 2017 at 9:10 pm

    Thank you, Rinpoche, for sharing the CNN’s list of top 10 best meditation retreats. CNN has rightly put it that we need to find time to “Quiet the mind and open the heart and listen deeply. In the cycles of our life, that serves almost everyone.” Contrary to common belief, a week without speech and meat, as well as picking after oneself can turn out to be “a splendid gift.”

    I like the simple guideline by CNN on what to look out for when searching for retreat centers; it should be where the teachers are with good reputation and from a long tradition rather than a self-proclaimed guru. Kechara Forest Retreat certainly meets all the criteria. We don’t have to go far to quiet down, listen to oneself and heal.

  6. Anne Ong on Apr 29, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    Thank you for sharing these amazing places with us from CNN. I agree with what Rinpoche has said in the beginning of the article about wanting KFR to become like one of these magnificent retreat places. We are very fortunate that we do not need to go far away to other countries to search for the meditation retreats, but we can do it in Kechara Forest Retreat _/\_

  7. Chris Chong on Aug 5, 2016 at 12:41 am

    Dear Rinpoche ,

    Thank you for sharing these amazing places with us. Each of these places focuses on inner peace, spirituality and also mindfulness. Kechara Forest Retreat will become something similar or even better with Rinpoche’s guidance and vision. People can come to heal their body and mind and be in touch with dharma at the same time. May Rinpoche’s vision for Kechara Forest Retreat cab manifest as soon as possible.

    Humbly ,
    Chris Chong

  8. Wan Wai Meng on Apr 6, 2016 at 4:46 am

    Having places of beauty in serene conditions is helpful to bring us faster to a whole new level of clarity and peer into those subtle or obscured parts of our psyche.

  9. sweekeong on Dec 4, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    The fact that the West embraced meditation as a method for healing shows that they are open to alternative methods from other cultures. I think it is because of the courage and willingness to explore better techniques that they have benefited from meditation.

    It was mentioned that one should learn meditation from a teacher who has good reputation or a teacher came from proven tradition, not those self proclaimed teacher. This is a very good advice because we don’t want to waste our time to explore unproven paths as our lifetime is limited. By the time we know that the path is ineffective then it would be too late.

  10. Cynthia Ng on Nov 22, 2015 at 11:08 pm

    克切拉禅修林绝对可以媲美全世界十大世界最美的禅修冥想中心,我们可以远离熙熙攘攘的人群,远离车水马龙的城市,在克切拉禅修林可以找到一些和平,宁静与安详远离烦躁世界的一切。

    现代的繁华都市都令人喘不过气,有很多人的城市人都因为生活过度压力而患有精神病症,忧郁症等等。

    现代人都需要治疗,那是身心灵的治疗,生活的过渡压力会造成负面情绪,在此我们需要深入倾听自己内在的声音,让自己安静下来,只有在大自然的国度中漫步,才听见自己的呼吸和自己的感受,这样可以使自己的想法更深入,让我们再一次的成长在寂静里,那么我们会逐渐达到清晰感。

  11. andrew on Oct 25, 2015 at 3:09 pm

    Noted

  12. Alice Tay on Oct 23, 2015 at 5:00 pm

    Sometimes, we may need to have such ‘space’ for ourselves to calm our mind, open the heart and listen deeply. With that, we can make a choice to go back to the nature to have ‘natural breath and touch’.

    I’m grateful that we may not need to go far away to other countries to search for the meditation retreats, but we can do it in Kechara Forest Retreat.

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this article extracted from CNN and I sincerely hope the aspiration of Rinpoche to be realised soon.

    With folded hands,
    Alice

  13. Julien Roth on Oct 21, 2015 at 3:02 pm

    Thank you Rinpoche for sharing this article from CNN with us. It was very interesting and made me think about a few things.

    One, i agree with what Rinpoche has said in the beginning of the article about wanting KFR to become like one of these magnificent retreat places. The people of Malaysia need a place to go where they can find themselves and be in peace with the environment. We should aim for KFR to be that kind of place. KFR is already on the verge of this with many retreat programs already being set up, now the only thing left is to continue with what we are doing and attract more people.

    Two, after reading this article it made me think, personally, its not about the environment which makes an area worthy of a retreat. It doesn’t matter if there are tress of if it is peace (of course it would help) but its about the people you are with the clarity of your mind. If you are with the right people and you have a determined, clear mind, you can basically have a retreat anywhere. Thats my thoughts.

    Three, after looking at all the meditational retreat places around the world, it hit me that the need for such spiritual events has grown over the years. Today more and more people are attracted to meditation and spiritual realisation. And i just want to say, i like the fact that this is happening.

    Again, thank you Rinpoche for posting this information and sharing with us.

  14. JP on Oct 19, 2015 at 11:57 pm

    Meditation is very popular all over the world as more people are experiencing the amazing benefits. Others call it mindfulness training because meditation has a religious connotation. Whatever the label, stilling the mind does have incredible results. My cousin does it to lower his high blood pressure. Some do it to be more effective at work. Spiritual practitioners meditate to gain greater insight to life.

    We are Kechara Forest Retreat offer meditation programs to all walks of life who are curious and or interested to know more about meditation and experience the benefits during the program. When they return home, they can continue to meditate and incorporate it into their daily lifestyle. For more info, please log on to http://retreat.kechara.com/inner-peace-retreat/ (BEGINNERS LEVEL) and http://retreat.kechara.com/inner-reflection-retreat/ (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL)

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    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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One of the most recent harvests from our Kechara Forest Retreat land. It was grown free of chemicals and pesticides, wonderful!
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Third picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal. Height: 33ft (10m)
Second picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
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Second picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal. Height: 33ft (10m)
First picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal.
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First picture-Standing Manjushri Statue at Chowar, Kirtipur, Nepal. Height: 33ft (10m)
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At Kechara Forest Retreat land we have nice fresh spinach growing free of chemicals and pesticides. Yes!
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Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha.
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Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha.
Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha. She was his step-mother and aunt. Buddha\'s mother had passed away at his birth so he was raised by Gotami.
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Mahapajapati Gotami, who was the first nun ordained by Lord Buddha. She was his step-mother and aunt. Buddha's mother had passed away at his birth so he was raised by Gotami.
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Another nun disciple of Lord Buddha's. She had achieved great spiritual abilities and high attainments. She would be a proper object of refuge. This image of the eminent bhikkhuni (nun) disciple of the Buddha, Uppalavanna Theri.
Wandering Ascetic Painting by Nirdesha Munasinghe
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Wandering Ascetic Painting by Nirdesha Munasinghe
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High Sri Lankan monks visit Kechara to bless our land, temple, Buddha and Dorje Shugden images. They were very kind-see pictures- https://bit.ly/2HQie2M
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First Sri Lankan Buddhist temple opened in Dubai!!!
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This is pretty amazing! First Sri Lankan Buddhist temple opened in Dubai!!!
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My Dharma boy (left) and Oser girl loves to laze around on the veranda in the mornings. They enjoy all the trees, grass and relaxing under the hot sun. Sunbathing is a favorite daily activity. I care about these two doggies of mine very much and I enjoy seeing them happy. They are with me always. Tsem Rinpoche Always be kind to animals and eat vegetarian- https://bit.ly/2Psp8h2
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After you left me Mumu, I was alone. I have no family or kin. You were my family. I can't stop thinking of you and I can't forget you. My bond and connection with you is so strong. I wish you were by my side. Tsem Rinpoche
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This story is a life-changer. Learn about the incredible Forest Man of India | 印度“森林之子”- https://bit.ly/2Eh4vRS
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Part 2-Beautiful billboard in Malaysia of a powerful Tibetan hero whose life serves as a great inspiration- https://bit.ly/2UltNE4
Part 1-Beautiful billboard in Malaysia of a powerful Tibetan hero whose life serves as a great inspiration- https://bit.ly/2UltNE4
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Part 1-Beautiful billboard in Malaysia of a powerful Tibetan hero whose life serves as a great inspiration- https://bit.ly/2UltNE4
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The great Protector Manjushri Dorje Shugden depicted in the beautiful Mongolian style. To download a high resolution file: https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
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The Mystical land of Shambhala is finally ready for everyone to feast their eyes and be blessed. A beautiful post with information, art work, history, spirituality and a beautiful book composed by His Holiness the 6th Panchen Rinpoche. ~ https://bit.ly/309MHBi
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Beautiful pictures of the huge Buddha in Longkou Nanshan- https://bit.ly/2LsBxVb
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The reason-Very interesting thought- https://bit.ly/2V7VT5r
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NEW Bigfoot cafe in Malaysia! Food is delicious!- https://bit.ly/2VxdGau
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DON'T MISS THIS!~How brave Bonnie survived by living with a herd of deer~ https://bit.ly/2Lre2eY
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Global Superpower China Will Cut Meat Consumption by 50%! Very interesting, find out more- https://bit.ly/2V1sJFh
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You can download this beautiful Egyptian style Dorje Shugden Free- https://bit.ly/2Nt3FHz
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Beautiful high file for print of Lord Manjushri. May you be blessed- https://bit.ly/2V8mwZe
Mongolian (Oymiakon) Shaman in Siberia, Russia. That is his real outfit he wears. Very unique. TR
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Mongolian (Oymiakon) Shaman in Siberia, Russia. That is his real outfit he wears. Very unique. TR
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Find one of the most beautiful temples in the world in Nara, Japan. It is the 1,267 year old Todai-ji temple that houses a 15 meter Buddha Vairocana statue who is a cosmic and timeless Buddha. Emperor Shomu who sponsored this beautiful temple eventually abdicated and ordained as a Buddhist monk. Very interesting history and story. One of the places everyone should visit- https://bit.ly/2VgsHhK
Manjusri Kumara (bodhisattva of wisdom), India, Pala dynesty, 9th century, stone, Honolulu Academy of Arts
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Manjusri Kumara (bodhisattva of wisdom), India, Pala dynesty, 9th century, stone, Honolulu Academy of Arts
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    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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#Throwback 28th June, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
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10th July evening we had our weekly DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. May HE Tsem Rinpoche have a swift return to KFR at Bentong. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam.
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21st June 2025, Dorje Shugden puja completed. Every Saturday @3pm at 49, Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown, Penang. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
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Throwback 19th June meritorious evening Pastor leading DS Puja at Kechara Kuantan ... Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
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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.
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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
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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
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Wesak's Day preparation on 11th May (Sun) : Penang Dorje Shugden. Upload by Jacinta
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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.
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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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