2017-04-17 10:32
Before I met H.E. the 25th Tsem Rinpoche and Kechara, I was working and climbing my way up the career ladder to satisfy and fulfil my thirst for materialism. I always thought that was my mai… Read More
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2017-04-14 12:42
My adventures in Sabah are kept alive in Kota Belud – a place where the natives are firm believers of paganism and the practice of dark magic since hundreds of years ago. According to… Read More
2017-04-13 21:09
Dear friends, In 1983 His Holiness Kyabje Zong Rinpoche bestowed the initiation of Dorje Shugden to Geshe Tsultrim Gyeltsen’s students. The initiation, or sogtae in Tibetan, took place… Read More
2017-04-13 21:09
(By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear friends, In 1983 His Holiness Kyabje Zong Rinpoche bestowed the initiation of Dorje Shugden to Geshe Tsultrim Gyeltsen’s students. The initiation, or sogtae in… Read More
2017-04-13 11:14
Dear friends around the world, The popular saying goes, “Dogs are a man’s best friend”. Most of us may not realise the deeper meaning behind this common adage but it defini… Read More
2017-04-09 21:39
Of all the monsters in the world, one creature outshines them all. None are more notorious than the beast that is said to inhabit Scotland’s Loch Ness. In fact, it is so well known tha… Read More
2017-04-06 19:31
It was nice that my sister, her husband and daughter came to Kuala Lumpur from Perth, Australia to usher in 2017 with my family and I. As we lost our Mother in September 2016, we spoke a lot… Read More
2017-04-06 04:47
Dear Friends, I was sent the following post and thought that it was amazing how far China has come over the years. Not so long ago China was treated with suspicion as some countries in the w… Read More
2017-04-05 22:00
Gaden Tripa – Gaden throne holder; Gaden Trisur – Gaden ex-throne holder (Emeritus) Background It is commonly believed that His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual lea… Read More
2017-04-05 07:56
The Origins of Wedding Vows In Western civilisations, Christian marriages are generally understood and recognised as occurring at a wedding, where the bride and groom profess to each other w… Read More
2017-04-03 07:40
Dear friends around the world, I’m always asked where I come from and how I came to be a Buddhist monk. While I have blogged some articles about my life, ranging from my childhood unti… Read More
2017-04-03 06:19
Introduction The Buddhist monk Bodhidharma (5th – 6th century, Simple Chinese: 菩提达摩 or 菩提達磨) was a student of Prajnatara of Indi… Read More
2017-04-03 03:54
Early Life My name is Chia Song Peng. I was born to a large family of 10 siblings in a small village in Johor called Muar. My family were very simple people. My mother worked hard to k… Read More
2017-04-02 07:37
Malaysia consists of a peninsula in the west and part of the island of Borneo in the east. Practically surrounded by the sea, Malaysia naturally has some of the best beaches in the world. Wi… Read More
2017-04-02 06:47
A teaching on tolerance was sent to us yesterday, reminding me of this powerful infographic I had seen a while back capturing the difference between Inclusion, Exclusion, Segregation and Int… Read More
2017-04-01 22:00
Basic information Name: Yayoi Kusama (草间弥生) Date of Birth: 22 March 1929 Current age: 88 years old Place of Birth: Matsumoto, Nagamo, Japan Childhood Born… Read More
2017-03-31 23:58
(By Tsem Rinpoche) Dear special friends around the world, Thank you for visiting today. I have a very special treat for all of you. This is by special permission and I am excited to share wi… Read More
2017-03-29 18:59
In the mid-19th century, in Fujian, Qing China, a woman from the Xiao family gave birth to a bag of flesh. From this was flesh was born the baby Master Xuyun (Simplified Chinese: 虚… Read More
2017-03-28 19:30
Recently I heard my daughter, Li Kheng, in conversation with her friend at lunch: “There is a bright side and a dark side to our personality.” That statement shifted my thoughts… Read More
2017-03-28 07:20
Dear friends, If you have been following my blog, you will notice that I always try to feed stray animals. It saddens me very deeply to see starving dogs/cats wandering on the streets, suffe… Read More
2017-03-27 08:18
Dear friends around the world, Reincarnation is a theory central to the religious practice or spiritual beliefs of millions around the world. It’s an interesting topic, so I am always… Read More
2017-03-25 21:44
我记得十多年前第一次到印度甘丹寺朝圣，我们一团ߟ……Read More
2017-03-23 14:35
I’ve always appreciated creativity especially when it involves architecture. Creativity is not a quality that everyone possesses, but it can be acquired with determination and effort… Read More
2017-03-20 18:17
Before I begin my story, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my guru, H.E. the 25th Tsem Rinpoche for giving me this opportunity and platform to learn the Dharma. I was brought u… Read More
2017-03-19 21:19
Dear friends, Social media can be a platform for the spread of love, compassion, acceptance, tolerance and human values which can benefit us all. Unfortunately there are those out there who… Read More
2017-03-19 09:06
尽管藏人行政中央（CTA）矢口否认多杰雄登禁令的存在… Read More
2017-03-18 14:35
It is quite wondrous that the above three words all begin with the letter “G”. Verifying the definition and meaning of these three words will also lead us to conclude that they a… Read More
2017-03-15 14:01
Throughout history there have been scientific finds that defy imagination. Here we have some of those that really change the way we think about the world, to encompass a broader perspective… Read More
2017-03-15 06:17
The Beast of Bray Road is an American mystery creature or cryptid (from the Greek word ‘crypto’, meaning ‘hidden’) which, according to sighting reports, has the appea… Read More
2017-03-15 02:34
It has been six years now since my best friend and beloved husband, Justin Ripley passed away. It has taken me this length of time to finally come to terms with it; to reconcile with my loss… Read More
2017-03-11 21:29
“It is very important to practice the offering of butterlamps. Try to complete a minimum of 100,000. It is very good for your realizations on the sutra path. It is excellent for result… Read More
2017-03-11 02:18
The state of West Virginia in the United States has a dark reputation for being one of the most haunted places in the country, with hundreds of sightings of mysterious, supernatural, and uni… Read More
2017-03-10 23:00
Latar Belakang Baba Nyonya, juga dikenali sebagai Peranakan atau Cina Selat, ialah keturunan pendatang Cina yang berkahwin dan berasimilasi dengan komuniti tempatan di Malaysia, Singapura da… Read More
2017-03-07 18:28
I love it when people try new and creative ways to bring Buddhism to a new crowd. The world today is full of distractions caused by technological advancements, so it is apt that this Japanes… Read More
2017-03-07 15:00
When Helmut Simon and his wife, Erika, stumbled upon an odd sight during their hike of the Ötztal Alps on the Austrian-Italian border in September 1991, they chalked it up to being the… Read More
2017-03-06 01:12
（译文请往下阅读） Dear friends around the world, When I openly informed the public that I practise and will continue to practise Dorje… Read More
2017-03-06 01:12
Dear friends around the world, When I openly informed the public that I practise and will continue to practise Dorje Shugden, I basically committed ‘professional’ suicide as a te… Read More
2017-03-03 18:16
A Wasteland of Materialism In the years before Kechara, my World was a Wasteland of Materialism and Spiritual Materialism. “All the years before Dharma have been good and successful on… Read More
2017-03-02 10:26
Dear friends, It breaks my heart to see animals abandoned, hungry and suffering on the streets. Most of them are ignored by passersby, and some are even abused and killed for sport. I always… Read More
2017-03-01 21:22
Dear friends around the world, I am very happy to share some thoughts I had with you. Sometimes when I am doing my mantras, walking, speaking, sharing dharma, eating or just having tea… Read More
2017-02-27 22:01
Considering that water makes up about 71% of the Earth’s surface, it is hardly surprising that there are many mysterious marine creatures associated with our vast seas and lakes. Of al… Read More
2017-02-24 17:17
In this episode, I explore how sound and light affect the environment and also our daily lives. I have with me, in this episode, a radiant energy scientist, a sound healer, an energy healer… Read More
2017-02-23 04:40
Wealth. Many seek it, covet it and live it. But what is wealth really? By common definition, wealth is an abundance of valuable possessions, resources or money and is sought after for many r… Read More
2017-02-22 20:37
Dear friends, I have been a fan of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), especially acupuncture, for quite some time now. During my time in Malaysia, I have met a few TCM doctors specializing… Read More
2017-02-20 19:40
Dear friends, In a world where our environment is changing for the worse, it does not rain like it used to in some parts of the world, and water is difficult to come by even in the wildernes… Read More
2017-02-20 16:32
Ram is a Nepalese staff working in Tsem Ladrang for many years. He is hardworking, friendly and polite. His Eminence Tsem Rinpoche always sees Ram as part of the big family. In mid-2016, Ram… Read More
2017-02-20 11:02
The name Ogopogo is perhaps the most unlikely designation for a mysterious creature that continues to divide opinion on whether it actually exists. Ogopogo is the popular name for a lake mon… Read More
2017-02-20 00:45
我在马来西亚住了二十多年了。在这二十多年里，我ल……Read More
2017-02-20 00:25
There’s a topic most people find a little awkward to talk about, and that’s sponsorship in the Dharma. People find it awkward because they think money is not a very spi… Read More
2017-02-20 00:10
Dear friends around the world, I recently acquired a copy of the text, The Supreme Path to the Trikaya, and wanted to share it with all of you. This text of quintessential Dharma was written… Read More
2017-02-19 23:48
Dear friends around the world, Today, I was surprised with a very precious and beautiful gift. I’ve had other people personally paint up Vajrayogini images, and they have offered them… Read More
2017-02-19 23:30
When I was 18 years old, a student of Geshe Tsultrim Gyeltsen, a person by the name of Mr. Doren Harper had picked me up in his van from where I was staying in Los Angeles and took me over t… Read More
2017-02-19 22:17
Saya amat bertuah dapat tinggal di Malaysia dan berbangga memanggilnya kampung halaman saya. Malaysia membolehkan saya untuk menjadi diri saya, meneruskan minat saya dan bertemu dengan insan… Read More
2017-02-19 22:05
Introduction “Hell is empty and all the devils are here.” – William Shakespeare A Brief History of the Devil The Devil, which is the universal symbol of all things wicked… Read More
2017-02-19 22:00
The Kechara Pocket Prayers book has been my most trusted spiritual companion for the last seven years. It has kept me connected to the Three Jewels every day, through prayer, whenever I… Read More
2017-02-18 00:49
我已在马来西亚居住20多年了。这么多年来，马来西亚… Read More
2017-02-15 04:47
Background The Baba Nyonya, also known as Peranakan or Straits-Chinese, are the descendants of Chinese immigrants who married and assimilated into local communities in Malaysia, Singapore, a… Read More
2017-02-15 04:42
History The Chinese people are the second largest ethnic group in Malaysia after the Malays. Malaysians of Chinese descent consist of several sub-ethnicities, such as Min Chinese, Yue… Read More
2017-02-14 16:36
Dear friends, Dogs are known as man’s best friend for good reason. Not only are they tremendously loyal, ever ready to serve and always by your side through thick and thin, they can al… Read More
2017-02-13 21:00
（译文请往下阅读） Dear friends around the world, I thought I would share some thoughts about the ‘association’ with Ch… Read More
2017-02-13 08:54
Area 51 is a popular name for the secret military base located in southern Nevada at 37°14′06″N, 115°48′40″W. It is owned by the United States government and… Read More
2017-02-12 23:58
(译文请往下阅读） Every single day now I look forward very much to the day coming soon where the disappointing ban against the World Peace Bud… Read More
2017-02-11 11:59
It is in our human nature to be curious, to explore, decipher and question the world around us and push the boundaries of imagination. Curiosity manifests itself in different ways, from stud… Read More
2017-02-10 00:50
Malaysia adalah sebuah negara yang benar-benar menerima secara terbuka akan nilai kepelbagaian yang mewujudkan hamparan kebudayaan yang mengagumkan, kepelbagaian bangsa dan agama yang hidup… Read More
2017-02-08 19:11
[Note: The following restaurant has been reviewed by the TsemRinpoche.com Vegetarian Restaurant Review team] Overview Restaurant Veggie House is the latest vegetarian restaurant in Bentong… Read More
2017-02-07 22:02
The word ‘Zen’ is derived from the Japanese pronunciation of the Chinese word ‘Chan’. This in turn is derived from the Indian Sanskrit word … Read More
2017-02-07 21:38
Dear friends around the world, I thought I would share some thoughts about the ‘association’ with China people make with people of my faith. My interest in China is not born… Read More
2017-02-07 21:05
Buddhism is a religion that stresses compassion towards everyone and this is clearly evident with the growth of the world-wide trend of Buddhist pastors, ministers and chaplains. Practitione… Read More
2017-02-05 15:41
Dear friends around the world, Here are some one-of-a-kind videos you are not going to want to miss, showing things that unbelievably are still happening in this day and age. It is freq… Read More
2017-02-04 14:00
Those who have the merits to be in Rinpoche’s sphere will very quickly realise that one of Rinpoche’s most prominent qualities is that of generosity. It is a quality that ha… Read More
2017-02-01 00:50
Dear friends around the world, I have always been very attracted to Buddhism since young, although my parents forbade me to engage in it fully. I would always look for secret opportunities t… Read More
2017-01-30 20:50
There will be times when horrible things happen to our family and friends, or when we see someone we know in deep pain and grief. When this happens, most of us may not know what to do or wha… Read More
2017-01-26 16:19
At the very beginning of 2017, I had the opportunity to give a talk in Wisdom Hall, Kechara Forest Retreat. It covered the topic of practising Dharma at our upcoming reunion dinners. On… Read More
2017-01-20 22:50
One of today’s most pressing environmental issues is the dwindling sea ice, the result of man-made global warming. In turn, the thinning Arctic ice has created new opportunities for oi… Read More
2017-01-19 22:27
Dear friends around the world, The amount of waste mankind creates on a daily basis is overwhelming. If we think carefully, we are in fact the most dangerous species on earth, hiding behind… Read More
2017-01-18 22:19
Dear friends around the world, Those who know me will know that I have always liked Japan. It is a country that I find to be very peaceful, neat and safe. I love Japanese architecture and th… Read More
2017-01-17 21:59
Dear friends, It is very important to always keep the household clean and free of unwanted pests. When the area is clean, pests are less likely to enter as they do not have places to hide or… Read More
2017-01-16 16:45
Dear friends around the world, Having a pet is like having a child. It is our responsibility to take good care of them especially in their old age. We should not abandon them just because th… Read More
2017-01-15 19:13
ལྷ་ཡུལ་དུ་བླ་ན་མེད་པའི་རྣམ་… Read More
2017-01-14 01:42
(Recorded by Kechara) Man suffered only minor injury in a horrible car accident, saved by Dorje Shugden! Chong Chin Wei is Karen Chong’s younger brother, Karen is a long-time student o… Read More
2017-01-13 13:23
རང་ཉིད་ལུས་ཕུང་དང་མ་བྲལ་བའི… Read More
2017-01-13 00:07
马来西亚是一个真正践行多样化的国家，她绘制出了ߌ……Read More
2017-01-12 19:17
மலேசியா பல விதமான கலை மற்றும் க… Read More
2017-01-12 17:28
Malaysia is a beautiful country with diverse cultures and a rich history. People from different ethnic backgrounds have distinct sets of traditional attire that reflect their cultures. I wan… Read More
2017-01-12 17:25
மலேசியாவில் வாழ்வதற்கோ அல்லது……Read More
2017-01-12 01:51
Ramai orang mengatakan bahawa salah satu perkara paling menarik menetap atau berkunjung ke Malaysia adalah juadah makanan tempatan. Ia bukan sahaja murah malah banyak pilihannya. Di sini say… Read More
2017-01-12 01:51
Ramai orang mengatakan bahawa salah satu perkara paling menarik menetap atau berkunjung ke Malaysia adalah juadah makanan tempatan. Ia bukan sahaja murah malah banyak pilihannya. Di sini say… Read More
2017-01-11 09:11
STOP DANCING WITH THE CORPSE When my time has come to leave this world, may I have spent my life cultivating my kindness, compassion, love and tolerance and have done works to have be… Read More
2017-01-09 21:59
During my time in the monastery, I closely associated with many great Buddhist masters and one thing I noticed about these wise men was that you would almost never find an elderly monk… Read More
2017-01-05 22:49
Early Years Bill Porter was born on 3 October 1943 in Los Angeles, California. His father, William A. Porter, was a convicted bank robber who was sentenced to 20 years in prison in Michigan… Read More
2017-01-02 21:04
（译文请往下阅读） Originally published on March 6, 2015 （By Tsem Rinpoche） A Daily Request for Wealth1, Peace2 and Protec… Read More
2017-01-02 21:04
Originally published on March 6, 2015 A Daily Request for Sampatti1, Śānti2 and Surakṣā3 Composed by H.E. Tsem Rinpoche In the heavens4 there are myriad manifestations o… Read More
2017-01-02 18:03
(A short prayer to Dorje Shugden) பல எண்ணற்ற தெய்வீக சக்திக……Read More
2016-12-31 21:43
Dear friends around the world, I have always been a strong advocate of animal welfare, rescue and vegetarianism; it breaks my heart to see animals suffer. I do my utmost to ensure all animal… Read More
2016-12-30 19:43
Dear friends around the world, It is with great sadness that I have learned of the passing of such a learned master and close friend of mine, His Eminence Kensur Konchok Tsering Rinpoche. We… Read More
2016-12-30 17:01
I have lived in Malaysia for over 20 years. During this time, I have developed a great appreciation for the cultures and customs that exist in Malaysia, which have inspired me to write more… Read More
2016-12-29 17:36
Dear friends around the world, The belief that some races are inherently superior to others is an incorrect perception fabricated thousands of years ago. People of different ethnic groups es… Read More
2016-12-28 15:21
Since ancient times, there has been much fascination with bird-like creatures because of their ability to fly and their freedom to go where mere mortals cannot, at least until the advent of… Read More
2016-12-27 21:15
༄༅། འཛམ་གླིང་གང་སར་བཞུགས་པའི… Read More
2016-12-27 21:15
Dear friends around the world, On December 25, 2016, Kechara had the great merits and privilege to offer an official place of residence to the oracle of Dorje Shugden, His Eminence the 7th P… Read More
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