Today is the trifold anniversary Of Buddha Sakya Muni. He was born, got enlightened And attained parinirvana On the full moon days of this month 26 centuries before now. This is the time for us to remember that great apostle of peace. The teacher who taught us to train Our mind and awaken within us […]
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In this misty morning Under the Bodhi tree We all sit close together And pray for universal well-being. My mind goes to my loved ones Who have passed away. I never cease to miss them. May they find their way to peace. My mind also goes to those Tibetans Who have burnt themselves alive Without
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[wpcol_1half id=”” class=”” style=””] Uncle Sherab I used to sit at his side and ask for stories. When I was barely ten years old. While painting Thankas of many colours He told me folk tales of Tibet The epics of Ling Gesar And life stories of great masters So colourful and inspiring Not even
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Lama Chenno! Kyabje Tenga Rinpoche entered into Samadhi We have lost another great master Who lived amongst us and only for us. We will always miss him, His immeasurable kindness, And his tireless work to help us. At his 80th birthday he declared, “I never had an obstacle in my life” All were totally shocked
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The year Two Thousand and Twelve has arrived. Some say this is the end of the world. Others predict it will be the beginning of a new awareness. We have just lived through a challenging and eventful year And it certainly will be another year with lots happening. But what is the use worrying about
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Your loving messages on my birthday Moved me and encouraged me. Although a host of great masters taught me And showered their blessings on me I remained an idiot just because of my laziness. If I can bring a slight smell of genuine dharma In the mind stream of a single individual I will feel
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Another year has passed like a dream. We observed calamity after calamity. Are we about to make our world unliveable With our greed, short sightedness and ignorance? Watching the Dalai Lama and a host of great beings I find courage to look at the brighter side. There is no use lamenting and losing heart. We
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Osel shintu shiwai rangshinley phogyur dralwa juma tabu ku namyang dregu tsenma mishey par chime tse-lhay ngowor tsoshe sol Unchanging illusion-like appearance Manifesting from the luminosity of perfect natural harmony Always unmarked by the signs of ageing and decline May you remain in the essence of the deity of immortality by Karmapa Ogyen Trinley 2009.1.17
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“The most peaceful essence of clear light, Arisen as the changeless form of illusion, Free from any sign of age and decay, May he live forever as the Buddha of long life” Composed by His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa 17th. It is recommended that this be recited daily, to protect Rinpoche, promote good health and ensure
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Under the Bodhi tree Dawn to dusk, I prayed With monks, nuns And people around the world. The melodies of chants, The sweet calls of birds and The wise words of Karmapa Brought me peace and joy. I share this joyful tranquility To all who love me and Those who hate me too May you
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