November 2, 2010 On Tuesday 2nd November Kyabje Sangye Nyenpa Rinpoche successfully concluded his transmission of the Tibetan collection of Buddhist sutras known as the Kagyur. The transmission had taken almost two months and entailed reading 100 volumes of Buddhist scriptures. There were two sessions of the transmission held each... read more →
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November 27, 2010 This year’s retreat, under the guidance and supervision of His Holiness the Gyalwang Karmapa, began on November 23rd at Tergar Monastery, Bodhgaya. The retreat is part of the preparations for the Akshobhya Fire Ritual, and the Fire Ritual occurs on the penultimate evening of the annual Karma... read more →
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November 20, 2010 The Gyalwang Karmapa left first thing in the morning with a small entourage to pay homage at the central shrine of Buddhism, the Mahabodhi Temple, home to the Bodhi tree and other sites linked with the time when Shakyamuni Buddha attained enlightenment. The Gyalwang Karmapa was welcomed... read more →
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November 19, 2010 The Gyalwang Karmapa Ogyen Trinley Dorje flew into Gaya Airport on Friday morning. He was welcomed by Ayang Rinpoche, Lama Chodrak and members of the Tergar Monastery staff. The road to the monastery had been prepared for the Gyalwang Karmapa’s arrival with welcome gates and hundreds of... read more →
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November 17, 2010 DATE PROGRAM Nov 17, 2010 His Holiness leaves Dharamsala for Delhi. Nov 19, 2010 Arrives in Bodhgaya via Kolkata by flight. Nov 20 — Dec 3, 2010 10 days Akshobhya retreat and meditation. Dec 8 — 9, 2010 Opening ceremony for Karmapa 900 Celebration. Dec 10 —... read more →
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October 30, 2010 This year marks the 900th year since the birth of the First Karmapa Düsum Khyenpa (1110-1193), who founded the lineage of Kagyu in 1139 C.E. It is said: Those who observe the anniversary Of the passing of their lamas and venerate them, Will soon be born among... read more →
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October 13 to 15, 2010 - Mumbai His Holiness successfully completed his Mumbai tour which was requested by Bouddha Sabah Association, Chembur. His Holiness inaugurated the Bouddha Vihara at Chembur and gave teaching at Dr. Ambedkar High School ground where thousands of people have gathered. Local MLA Shri Chandrakant Handore... read more →