H.E. the 25th Tsem Rinpoche is a recognised Tulku and an ordained monk in the great tradition of Lama Tsongkhapa.
With a Mongolian-Tibetan heritage, a childhood in Taiwan and America, and intensive study and meditation in Gaden Shartse Monastery, Rinpoche is one of the rare, precious teachers with the unique teaching ability to bridge East and West.
Based in South East Asia since 1992, Rinpoche’s teachings are based on logic and universal human values, free of the limitations of dogma, culture and individual background, and have led many to enter the sacred path of study, contemplation and meditation. Great benefit has been predicted for this region, including china, through his Dharma activities.
Renowned for his charitable works such as building schools, hospitals and providing assistance and food to the poor and underprivileged, Rinpoche’s organisation, Kechara, continues to bring benefit to the world through its many initiatives.
Dear friends, I am always on the lookout for incredible stories that enrich our lives, add to our thinking and open our hearts. Well in these two videos, it does all three. Please take 2.5 minutes out to watch each video. It will move you very much as it did me. Have young people...
Alone With Memories (my actual poem) Sadness and loneliness are my forced friends, Living in lands forever foreign as I have no home… Sounds of my guru’s damaru evokes a time long gone, As it plays in my head all day long… My guru’s memory I projected onto my daily life, Keeps me going...
I was in a meeting last night with my 21 liaisons. We finished the meeting around 3:30am…we had discussed the enlargements of our KH Gompa (Meditation Hall), the expansion of KH depts and in particular the opening up of Kechara Care Dept under Liaison Suming very soon. During the meeting Bill Keith was wearing...
I like designing dharma items into something modern. I have been designing the special pendants we have available for years. I’ve made Tsongkapa, Shakyamuni, Tara, Buddha, Setrap, Dukkar, Manjushri, Dzambala into something very wearable in both pure silver and gold pieces. Many people like them very much. I do the designs and pass it...
I have requested monks from Gaden to teach a whole series of very important pujas that our members here can do for the public. These pujas have been done for the last 600 years in Gaden! I wanted the pujas to be authentic and have a lineage from Gaden. So that our members and...
(By Tsem Rinpoche) Many beautfiful offerings were readied to recieve Lama Tsongkapa. The family have been planning this for a long time. Twelve people from Kechara House went to help Jan and family. They were Mdm Han Nee, Elaine Cheah, Gim Lee, Chia, Girlie, Albert, Junior, Pat, Becky, Choi Sheem and Ashlee and Wan....
(By Tsem Rinpoche) Buddhist monastery from 700 AD found by Shiv Sahay Singh | Apr 03, 2010 Kolkata, India — The excavations at Moghalmari, a nondescript village at West Midnapore in West Bengal, recently brought to the fore a gateway complex of the Buddhist monastery, dating to 7th century AD. The Department of Archaeology,...
Kechara Saraswati Arts dept or KSA is one of the 12 depts of Kechara House. KSA is located in SS2 but moving soon to a bigger premises!!! Yes!! They paint statues, restore or repaint statues, sew traditional Tibetan thangkas, prepare mantras to be placed inside hollow Buddha Statues, or fill statues with mantras,Sew Traditional...
International Shoe designer Dato’ Jimmy Choo is here from London to launch his new line of shoes in Kuala Lumpur at the Seri Pacific Hotel. Our Kechara House President Datuk May Phng and him having a chat here at his launch. Our Datuk May Phng is a respected Advisor to the Malaysian Govts Rubber...
Our KSK or Kechara Soup Kitchen dept is really growing. Every month we distribute over 700 packets of food in the city to so many homeless. It is such a great priviledge to give back and do something. Here is a picture (above) text messaged to me today that we have so many new...
Today I got this wonderful MMS pictures (above and below) and text message from KB. I am going to reproduce what he sent: Dear Rinpoche, Raj Kumar and I fed monkeys at ttdi park. Soo cute they were waiting for us at the same place where we fed them yesterday. One lady asks me...
A few weeks back my students Kelvin and Cynthia’s beautiful baby girl came out into this world. I was asked to name her, so I named her Marici after the Female Buddha who confers great wisdom, quick success and growth. Buddha Marici rides on the sunlight at the break of dawn and that is...
Paris has been around with me for 5 years. I recognized her sharp intelligence and GREAT WRITING immediately. She met me by interviewing me at first in our Kechara Paradise Branch in SS2. She started coming to the dharma talks and I just let her be. But after a while many things in dharma...
(By Tsem Rinpoche) Recently I had monk friends from Gaden visit me. They had assisted me in the Vajra Yogini Self initiation rite that I had needed to do. Extensive tormas and preparations were done. And the self initiation itself took around 7 glorious hours. Self initiation purifies ones vows taken before, mends them,...
The newly elected KH committee who are ready to go and benefit many through our beautiful Kechara House. Back row, left to right: Committee Becky Yap, Treasurer Yoke Fui, President Datuk May, Secretary May Ong, Committe Louise Lee Front row, left to right: Committee Dr Hank, Committee Nicholas Yu, Vice President Henry Ooi I...
(By Tsem Rinpoche) I always like to do things that are unconventional or have different from the norm… especially when being different make things stand out better to attract people to the Dharma, or to practice better and to plant Dharma seeds in many beings. These beautiful images are from Paul at Kechara Discovery...
Mr Rajkumar and his wife Sangeeta are my very good friends from Nepal. They both came to Malaysia for a visit and were special guests of Tsem Ladrang. They visited many places of interest in Kuala Lumpur and also our 12 depts in KH. Sangeeta went back to Nepal this morning and Rajkumar stays...
Wai Meng above making prayers and offering of khata at ladrang altar to start his first day of work full time in the dharma. Welcome aboard finally!!! It is the best move Wai Meng has ever done in his life… I met Wai Meng over 17 years ago. I gave a Manjushri empowerment in...
(By Tsem Rinpoche) In 2008 I took a group of over 60 people to the holy places of Vajra Yogini and Buddhism in Nepal. I went to each place with the group and gave them explanations. We also went to the Holy Vajra Yogini Pilgrimage sites to do special aspirational prayers. There are four...
Kechara Media and Publications is a dept of Kechara House that we affectionately call KMP. KMP is a dept that I conceptualized a few years back to publish our books, writings, thoughts, & videos to have available for the general public. In the beginning KMP was working out of a rented house and had...
Please come and join in the chat for a fun time and support. See you all there.
Blog Chat Etiquette
These are some simple guidelines to make the blog chat room a positive, enjoyable and enlightening experience for everyone. Please note that as this is a chat room, we chat! Do not flood the chat room, or post without interacting with others.
Remember that these are real people you are chatting with. They may have different opinions to you and come from different cultures. Treat them as you would face to face, and respect their opinions, and they will treat you the same.
Be Patient
Give the room a chance to answer you. Patience is a virtue. And if after awhile, people don't respond, perhaps they don't know the answer or they did not see your question. Do ask again or address someone directly. Do not be offended if people do not or are unable to respond to you.
Be Relevant
This is the blog of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche. Please respect this space. We request that all participants here are respectful of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche and his organisation, Kechara.
Be polite
Avoid the use of language or attitudes which may be offensive to others. If someone is disrespectful to you, ignore them instead of arguing with them.
Please be advised that anyone who contravenes these guidelines may be banned from the chatroom. Banning is at the complete discretion of the administrator of this blog. Should anyone wish to make an appeal or complaint about the behaviour of someone in the chatroom, please copy paste the relevant chat in an email to us at care@kechara.com and state the date and time of the respective conversation.
Please let this be a conducive space for discussions, both light and profound.
KECHARA FOREST RETREAT PROGRESS UPDATES
Here is the latest news and pictorial updates, as it happens, of our upcoming forest retreat project.
The Kechara Forest Retreat is a unique holistic retreat centre focused on the total wellness of body, mind and spirit. This is a place where families and individuals will find peace, nourishment and inspiration in a natural forest environment. At Kechara Forest Retreat, we are committed to give back to society through instilling the next generation with universal positive values such as kindness and compassion.
I’m overjoyed to share my incredible journey with the amazing spell caster, Dr Peter, who helped me reunite with my boyfriend. My relationship was facing numerous challenges, and things got so bad that we ended up breaking up. I was heartbroken. I loved him more than anything. I cried endlessly until a friend of mine, who has a perfect relationship, shared her story and introduced me to the wonderful Dr Peter. He reassured me that everything would be fine and that no relationship is flawless, but he would help me fix mine. He guided me with specific steps, which I followed, and just 24 hours later, my boyfriend returned to me. I’m beyond thrilled! Thank you so much, Dr Peter! I’m leaving his contact information here so you can also benefit from his incredible work: You can reach him on WhatsApp. +2348162247974
Hello everyone still doubting herbal medicine it really work and it is legit, i am very convinced now after giving Dr festus a trial i and my boyfriend
have been cured from HSV 1&2, this is real and genuine please don’t miss out this opportunity contact him now on his email drfestusherbalsolutioncentre@gmail.com
or Whatsapp him on +2347073677389 and also on his channel, Grab this wonderful opportunity in front of you and you will never have to deal Herpes again or any other
STD infection here is your chance.
True story of how H H the Dalai Lama most fantastic escapes in history everyone should know the truth. How Dalai Lama was saved
following the advice of the great Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden.
Through the highly respected Panglung Oracle’s instruction given by Dorje Shugden. Dalai Lama managed to escape undetected through the Chinese army and over dangerous mountain terrain into India, safe and unharmed back in 1959.This true story is now in comic form where everyone reading it will get a better picture and knowledge of the escape. That’s worth reading as it comes in flipbook and image gallery format .
Thank you Rinpoche and writers team.
n Tibetan Buddhist preliminary practice offering 100,000 butter lamps to Vajra Yogini is very powerful practice for generating merit, purifying negativity, and advancing on the tantric path. It’s considered an excellent practice when doing continuous, dedicated offerings for everyone . We could do it ourselves in a retreat setting at home, offering many lamps each day. Butter lamps are traditionally offered to the Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, and Dharma protectors as a gesture of respect. It symbolize the light of wisdom for deep spiritual realization. There’s numerous benefits just by offering lights . Looking at the picture of the Vajra Yogini taken by Philip Yong in the butter lamp house at Tsem Ladrang Kathmandu simply awesome.
Thank you Rinpoche for sharing with explanation .
Buddha already mentioned before that there are many other worlds existing and we are not alone. His best known for his work on black holes and the theory of relativity. He had advanced computer graphics to visualize his scientific theories about alien life.
Depicting, there’s a possibilities for life on other planets, a concept he explored using cutting-edge visuals to make abstract science tangible for audiences. Amazing indeed. Most scientists do agree with his idea that alien life certainly exists in the universe somewhere. Physicist Stephen Hawking had a stark warning to humanity before his death about the capabilities and threat of artificial intelligence. He gave warning about how humanity might fall, including a warning against trying to communicate with alien civilisations. So interesting dough.
Thank you Rinpoche for this wonderful sharing , interesting facts
Thank you Rinpoche for explaining on the meaning of Lama Tsongkhapa’s hand gestures and the lotuses . This imagery highlights Tsongkhapa’s role as a great scholar and yogi. Lama Tsongkhapa had personify the highest realization of Buddhist teachings and the path to awakening. Lama Tsongkhapa often seen as an emanation of the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, Manjusri. On the lotuses held by Lama Tsongkhapa are a flaming sword in his right hand and a Buddhist text on the lotus in his left hand. The sword symbolizing the union of wisdom that cuts through ignorance and delusion. Wisdom text representing compassion needed for enlightenment. Great knowledge by reading those FB comments as in the blog. There’s so much to learn, thanks again.
t’s amazing to see a special preview or glimpse early look of Kechara Forest Retreat years back. How its taking shape under the watchful eyes of our Guru ,and those working tirelessly students to complete in stages. Now then a beautiful and blessed Kechara Forest Retreat . Looking at those pictures in the blog tells us more.
Thank you Rinpoche offering a sneak peek of Kechara Forest Retreat ,
Scroll down within the box to view more messages from Rinpoche. Click on the images to enlarge. Click on 'older messages' to view archived messages. Use 'prev' and 'next' links to navigate between pages
Concept: Tsem Rinpoche Technical: Lew Kwan Leng, Justin Ripley, Yong Swee Keong Design: Justin Ripley, Cynthia Lee Content: Tsem Rinpoche, Justin Ripley, Pastor Shin Tan, Sarah Yap Admin: Pastor Loh Seng Piow, Beng Kooi
I must thank my dharma blog team who are great assets to me, Kechara and growth of dharma in this wonderful region. I am honoured and thrilled to work with them. I really am. Maybe I don't say it enough to them, but I am saying it now. I APPRECIATE THESE GUYS VERY MUCH!
Dear everyone... This is a good condensed talk I gave on Guru Yoga of Tsongkapa. This is the one you should share with others when they are interested in a not too lengthy explanation. It is the perfect practice for everyone who wants simplicity yet effective blessings. You can share this with more people, it will be good.
Dear blog friends, you can submit your photos to this section by sending an email to tblogpics@gmail.com. Include your message in the "Subject" field (up to 250 characters only). Be sure to include your name in the subject field too!
1 week ago
Kechara Ipoh Study Group has dedicated our prayer and mantra recitations for His Eminence The 26th Tsem Rinpoche's long life and good health. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
1 week ago
Mr. Dared Lim was offering water bowls on behalf of all members in Kechara Ipoh Study Group. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
1 week ago
Our young lady Min Rui was helping to clean the altar prior to the prayer session in Ipoh centre. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
1 week ago
Kechara Ipoh Study Group has carried out Gyenze Prayer & Mantra recitation on Sunday (21st Dec) in Ipoh. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
2 weeks ago
18th December completed weekly Dharma Sharing followed by DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
2 weeks ago
Throwback 14th December Celebration of Lama Tsongkapa's day at KFR, Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
2 weeks ago
Kechara Ipoh members were preparing for the puja offerings arrangement on the altar prior to the puja. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
2 weeks ago
Kechara Ipoh Study Group has completed our Dorje Shugden puja today in Kechara Ipoh centre. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
2 weeks ago
11 December completed weekly Dharma sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. Kechara Kuantan Study Group..Sam
3 weeks ago
7th December releasing hundreds thousand of lives back to nature. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
3 weeks ago
We're on last leg of the month of November, completing our final week of DS puja cum recitation of 'A Concert of Names of Manjushri'. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
3 weeks ago
By offering plentiful, beautiful, and sumptuous offerings to the Three Jewels each week, we sincerely supplicate for their blessings, attainments, and protection—for ourselves and our sponsors—and for the complete fulfillment of their noble dedications.
3 weeks ago
Another photos taken during one of the week in the month of November. Pastor Seng Piow came and gave us Dharma Sharing ~ precious moment! Thanks Pastor for your sharing. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
3 weeks ago
Reporting from Kechara Penang Study Group ~ November. Dorje Shugden puja were conducted relentlessly by the Penang members every Saturday 3 pm, at Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown. As usual group photos were taken before puja started. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
4 weeks ago
4th December had Dharma sharing followed by DORJE SHUGDEN Puja.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
1 month ago
27th November dharma sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja completed.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
1 month ago
20th November Dharma Sharing followed by DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
1 month ago
Dared Lim offered incense on behalf of all in Kechara Ipoh Study Group. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
1 month ago
Andrea Lai & Mannance Wong were arranging the puja offerings purchased by the generous sponsors. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
1 month ago
Dared Lim & Glian Sim were preparing for the offerings prior to the Dorje Shugden puja in Kechara Ipoh centre. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
1 month ago
Kechara Ipoh Study Group has completed our Dorje Shugden puja in Ipoh today. So Kin Hoe (KISG)
1 month ago
13th November had our weekly dharma sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja. Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
2 months ago
Here's another update of our weekly DS puja @ month of October, 2025. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
2 months ago
For the past month (October) , Kechara Penang Study Group has consistently completed Dorje Shudge puja weekly @3 pm, every Saturday at 49, Jalan Seang Tek, Georgetown. Uploaded by Jacinta
2 months ago
9th November animals liberation activities.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
2 months ago
6th November evening had our Dharma Sharing and DORJE SHUGDEN Puja Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
2 months ago
15th October 2nd day of Dharma Sharing by Pastor Seng Piow.Kechara Kuantan Study Group by the
2 months ago
14th October Blessed evening Dharma Sharing by Pastor Seng Piow Kechara Kuantan Study group.sam
3 months ago
Joyful hearts, open minds! This retreat group shines with shared purpose, laughter, and the light of Rinpoche's practice. Spot any differences? Join us again next time. Penang retreat 4-5th Oct 2025. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
3 months ago
Yoga breathing exercise by Choong Soon Heng. Breathing in calm, breathing out clarity, an integral part for a successful retreat. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
3 months ago
Glowing gently with butter lamp offering. This embodies the warmth of devotion and the light of awareness for all sponsors and retreatants. Penang DS Retreat 4-5th Oct, 2025. Uploaded by Jacinta from Kechara Penang Study Group
3 months ago
Retreatants helped preparing the sacred space with mindful intention—setting the ground for a mind transformative retreat. Penang DS Retreat 4-5th Oct 2025, uploaded by Jacinta. Kechara Penang Study Group
3 months ago
Best Relaxation Massage For Each Sign !
3 months ago
5th October Blessed day releasing fishes, birds fishing baits Kechara Kuantan Study Group by Sam
3 months ago
Our weekly DS puja, 27th Sept 2025. Next week there will be a retreat too and puja as well. Join in if you're in Penang! Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta
3 months ago
Dorje Shugden puja completed on 20th Sept. Since we have a new Rinpoche's long life prayer, we've have been regularly recited that with Rinpoche's new mantra too. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
3 months ago
13th Sept 2025, Dorje Shugden puja led by William, photo taken by Siew Hong. Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
4 months ago
A close-up shot of our offerings! Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.
4 months ago
Inspired by Kin Hoe's (Ipoh) and Sam's (Kuantan) updates, here... introducing our No. 1 members, Mr. Teo and Aunt Betty. They are always early for preparation, cleaning, and arranging. Bottom pic is Hue & Mr. Loh. They are sharing and exchanging views on ritual practices that support spiritual practices before puja. KPSG by Jacinta.
4 months ago
Tormas are regularly being changed. It's solely the commitments from one of our dedicated members, Choong Soon Heng. Without him, we would not have gathered an abundance of merits. Thanks! Kechara Penang Study Group by Jacinta.