(By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear friend around the world, This female incarnation line, starting from the 15th century princess Chokyi Dronma, went against the social norms of her time by renouncing her royal status, taking ordination vows, and embarking on many beneficial projects such as compiling the written works of her teacher, Bodong Chokle Namgyal,...
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We all know that Stallone had a tough life before his big break as an actor and scriptwriter for the movie Rocky... but when asked about his lowest point, it was when he was forced to sell his dog. With just $100 in the bank, a pregnant wife, and no job, he had no...
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Dear friends, I have always respected and believed in His Holiness the Dalai Lama and I still do, we may not share the same religious views but I love him very much as he is one of my teachers. I just wish he would really help a segment of his people who practice Dorje...
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Dear friends, I came across this article and found it very somewhat interesting. I don’t like the title or words that infer racism, but I am just reproducing from the original here but not agreeing with the title and all the views. I have nothing against white people or any people of any color....
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2500 years ago, the Buddha revealed to us the six types of sentient beings present in samsara. They are graded in accordance with their quality of life in relations to the level of their suffering and their ability to engage in Dharma practice. Throughout the years, we have seen many of the truths supported and taught...
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Dear friends around the world, In Asian cultures, especially Chinese culture, getting married is considered a very essential part of life. Therefore marriage is very much encouraged. Nine out of ten families think very highly of marriage because having a family bloodline is considered as honouring the ancestors and bringing glory to the family....
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Dear friends, Violation of religious freedom and human rights is a growing issue because as our society is moving forward and becoming more advanced, we naturally ask more questions. When there are questions, there is conflict and disagreement, and from there arises discrimination. Especially in this era in which an internet connection is so...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear friends around the world, People like Roshi Jiyu Kennett are truly inspiring, they would abandon their worldly concerns and attachment in determination of practicing the Buddha’s teachings completely. With all due respect, for a woman like her who comes from a western country, it’s very hard to integrate into the Asian-Zen...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear friends around the world, Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh has always been an inspiration of mine, he is such a holy and compassionate sangha who has held his vows very very well and has been working for others most of his life. He has truly practised the dharma taught by Lord...
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This book contains the biography of a Fantastic heroin called “Teresa Hsu”. I am moved by her life simply because it amazes and touches me so much and it has made me understood that even though she was not very rich or whatsoever, she was still able to serve and benefit so many lives....
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Senior flight attendant Neerja was among the 380 passengers and crew aboard. 360 of them lived to tell the world of her calm courage and supreme sacrifice. The terrorists could have done anything to her, but Neerja, daughter of a Mumbai journalist Harish Bhanot, showed no fear. Even as she was dying, she was...
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Are you the type of person who can develop friendships with others easily because you are likeable or are you the type who needs more time and effort to make friends because your positive attributes may not be readily identifiable by those who haven’t known you long enough? Have you ever wondered what...
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（译文请往下阅读） One of the lamas to have had a huge impact on my life both spiritually and on a physical level is Guru Deva Rinpoche, also known as Sogpu Rinpoche by some (‘Sogpu’ being the Tibetan word for Mongolian). Guru Deva Rinpoche was an incredible lama who lived until 100 years. He was very witty, sharp, highly accomplished and extremely generous. Although I did not get to spend a lot of time with this enlightened being who is said to be an emanation of Gyenze himself, connecting with him led to many positive developments in my li...
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Dear friends around the world, I have recently come across this on the internet and thought that this may interest some of you. I was quite shocked by the article. The passing of Pope John Paul has saddened a lot of people. I wish him and his fellow followers peace. Tsem Rinpoche ...
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Dear friends, I came across this article which I found would be educational. Tsem Rinpoche Britain Should Stop Trying to Pretend That its Empire Was Benevolent Alan Lester May 13, 2016 | 6.42pm AEST The recent debacle of David Cameron’s filmed condemnation of Nigerian and Afghan corruption and the Queen’s remark on...
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(By Tsem Rinpoche) A Story of Tara Tara is a Buddha and meditational deity. Tara is the most popular goddess in the Buddhist pantheon. She is considered to be the Goddess of Universal Compassion who represents virtuous and enlightened activity. The word Tara itself is derived from the root ‘tri’ (to cross), hence the...
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Buddhism is said to be one of the fastest growing religion in the West. Although Buddhism was first brought into the West 150 years ago when the Chinese migrated to the west, it was only 50 – 60 years ago when Buddhist temples and centres started to establish themselves by great scholars from all...
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Dear friends around the world, I am not commenting on the war, the political issues or the fighting. I am simply sharing this beautiful story of Mr. Chiune Sugihara who was just one person who had compassion for others. His compassion didn’t stay intellectual or just at dinner conversations. But he put it into...
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Dear friends, I have always been very interested in historical subjects, and Genghis Khan was one of the icons whom I have always had deep interest in. He was a great warrior and a highly intelligent man, he lead his armies through wars and had gained victories in countless wars that he has had....
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Jul 20, 2014 (By Tsem Rinpoche) When I do my ‘duty’ and teach dharma to people and the illusions of samsara, they find it hard to let go. I am accused of not letting them live their lives and have fun. They insist they cannot, will not or not ready to let go. When I don’t teach...
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Kechara Pastor Tat Ming is conducting a blessing prayer for a traveling tour bus at our holy place, Kechara Forest ...
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