20 Years of Suffering: Lift the Shugden Ban
This short video sums up 20 years worth of information about the unethical Shugden ban and the discrimination, fear and coercion faced by Shugden Buddhists on a daily basis, especially those who are brave enough to stand up, speak and fight for their Religious Freedom…
An Exclusive Interview with Geshe Sopa
Very rarely can one find a monk who is so humble and yet has quietly accomplished such virtuous works from building monasteries to serving the highest of lamas. Thus, it was a great privilege for DorjeShugden.com to speak with Geshe Zopa to get his views about the Dorje Shugden conflict…
An Exclusive Interview with Adar Tsering
Few names have become more synonymous with the struggle for the Tibetan people to regain their rights to practice their beliefs than Adar Tsering, a familiar Tibetan face at the protests organized by the International Shugden Community. DorjeShugden.com recently had the pleasure of speaking with Adar Tsering to get his views…
An Exclusive Interview with Claudio Cipullo
With over four decades of exposure to high lamas and key events in Tibetan Buddhism, Claudio’s experience provides important insights into the Dorje Shugden ban. It is interesting and noteworthy that with the onset of the Dorje Shugden ban, a practitioner of Claudio Cipullo’s caliber chose to continue with his Dorje Shugden practice…
An Exclusive Interview with Kelsang Ananda
Recently, DorjeShugden.com had the opportunity to speak with Ven. Kelsang Ananda about the Dorje Shugden ban. This is an insightful interview with a sincere Dharma practitioner and a teacher of the Buddhadharma who tells us why the protests go way beyond just the interests of Western Buddhists protecting their rights – they are also an act of compassion for those who have no voice against their oppressors…
La Storia Illustrata di Dorje Shugden (Dorje Shugden – An Illustrated Story in Italian)
Adesso chiunque potrà viaggiare indietro nel tempo per capire come unincomparabile Lama sia nato allo scopo di diventare un Protettore straordinario…
Oracles: Enlightened or Not?
This video highlights nuances in Tibetan Buddhist culture and ritual to make a distinction between worldly and awakened beings, through the tradition of oracles in Tibetan culture…
The 11th Panchen Lama Bainqen Erdini Qoigyijabu (Part 4 & 5)
June 14-15, 2010, The 11th Panchen Lama Bainqen Erdini Qoigyijabu, Vice president of The Buddhist Association of China, was having two days Dharma teaching at his home monastery, Tashi Lhunpo. He was teaching on “The Three Principal Paths” to both sanghas and lay people, also giving blessing by touching their heads. This is the first…
The 11th Panchen Lama Bainqen Erdini Qoigyijabu (Part 1, 2 & 3)
The 11th Panchen Lama, or Panchen Erdeni (secular name: Gyaincain Norbu), has been recognized as the reincarnated child of the 10th Panchen Lama on November 29, 1995 after the “lot-drawing from the golden urn” in front of Buddha Shakyamuni Statue in Jokhang Monastery and the approval of the State Council. Gyaincain Norbu was born on…
The Powerful Divine
The powerful ancient tradition of divine oracles is revealed in this intriguing and mystical cinematic experience. But this is NOT just a historical phenomena – join us as we take you into the secret, sacred places of highly powerful monasteries in existence today, where oracles are still being used to channel the mighty energies of…
The Dalai Lama Accepts Failure of His Approach regarding Tibet
The Dalai Lama accepts failure of his approach to getting independence of Tibet for the last 50 years. Since he is able to admit failure for a whole nation’s hopes, in time perhaps he would also state he was ‘wrong’ in the ban against Dorje Shugden. This is a good indication that Dalai Lama is…
Hindu Goddess gives prediction to the Dalai Lama
This is an interesting video. His Holiness the Dalai Lama is given advice by a young girl who is considered an incarnation of a Hindu Goddess. See for yourself and formulate your own thoughts on the prediction. Nechung takes trance according to a very zealous Geshe Dorje, that Dalai Lama will visit China, then everything…
Homage to All Dorje Shugden Practitioners
The Wisdom Buddha Dorje Shugden’s function is to protect the pure teachings of the Buddha – the Buddhadharma. Lamas like Zasep Tulku Rinpoche, Kyabje Dagom Rinpoche, Pabongka Rinpoche, Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche, Kyabje Zong Rinpoche, the Gaden Oracle, the Simla Oracle etc are featured in this video.
Dorje Shugden
This video shows various images of Buddha Dorje Shugden from around the world. In the background, a prayer to Dorje Shugden is recited. The extract of this prayer is below: I make heartfelt prayers to the Holy Dharma Protector, Buddha Dorje Shugden. May you continuously bestow your compassionate blessings upon all your faithful practitioners, And…
Oracles and Demons of Ladakh
Oracles and Demons of Ladakh Directed by Rob McGann (Avenue E Production) – 2003, 71 min (English). Trailer (4’20″) Isolated in the Indian Himalayas, Ladakh is a western enclave of the Greater Tibetan Plateau untouched by Chinese occupation. Home to each of the four sects of Tibetan Buddhism, this vibrant land of high mountain passes…
French Medium Meets Oracle Nechung
This is a trailer for a documentary on the State Oracle of Tibet (http://www.inspiration-productions.com/english/). Maud Kristen, a renowned French medium, visits Northern India, the bastion of Tibetan civilization in exile, to discover their oracle system. She meets Thupten Ngodup, the medium of Nechung, in Tso Pema and follows him on his pilgrimage to the sacred…
Shar Gaden History Part 2 – How the monastery arose
This video describes in brief Gaden monastery’s history and how Shar Gaden arose from Dokhang Khangtsen of Gaden Shartse. It also highlights that Tibet historically had conflict with foreign powers, such as Britain, Ladakh, Mongolia, and Germany (Nazis), leading to the exodus of many Tibetans in the 1959 and the reestablishment of the three great…
The Gaden Lineage
(Portuguese with English Subtitles) Note: at 2:58 in the video, there is a thangka of Dorje Shugden Nothing comes from nothing and nothing comes to nothing. To know and understand this better, the reality we live in, we need to know and understand the past and the present that surrounds us. Increasingly, we live without…
Shar Gaden History Part 1 – Ganden Shartse Monastery in the early days
This beautiful historical video showcases what the life of monks was like during the early days in Gaden Shartse Monastery, circa 1985. The video features Khensur Jampa Yeshe Rinpoche, as well as footage of monks studying and senior monks making tormas in Zong Labrang. It was from Gaden Shartse that Shar Gaden Monastery later arose…
Nechung : The State Oracle of Tibet
Like many ancient civilizations of the world, the phenomenon of oracles remains an important part of the Tibetan way of life. Tibetans rely on oracles for various reasons. The purpose of the oracles is not just to foretell the future. They are called upon as protectors and sometimes used as healers. However, their primary function…
Dorje Shugden – An Illustrated Story
or Click here to download this video (MP4, 35MB) Now, everyone can travel back in time to learn how an Incomparable Lama arose to become an Uncommon Protector. Dedicated, talented artists and producers have invested many days and nights to bring this creation to life. Whether you are a senior practitioner or new, an adult…
Secret Mantra Secret Power Dorje Shugden
Video with beautiful photos and description of Dorje Shugden, Vajrayana Buddhism and various other tantric deities. Part 2
His Eminence Gangchen Tulku Rinpoche visiting his Monastery and other sites in Tibet
Beautiful photographs and video footage of snowy Tibetan landscape scenes and the rich Tibetan culture and people. This photo/video montage is accompanied by Tara’s beautiful mantra and ends with a lovely dedication.
Media Interview: CNN Sara Sidner and Dalai Lama discuss Tibet autonomy
Tibet’s Spiritual Leader, the Dalai Lama, sits down with CNN’s Sara Sidner and discusses China, Tibetan autonomy and more.
Dalai Lama’s Ban on Dorje Shugden Affecting Gaden Shartse Monks
Watch this video of monks in Gaden Shartse Monastery, engaged in their daily practice of rituals, prayers, studying, debates at the courtyard… Dorje Shugden has been practiced for 350 years as the principal protector of Lama Tsongkhapa’s lineage. These monks are devastated due to the ban imposed by the Dalai Lama.
Al-Jazeera Reports: The Dalai Lama – The Devil Within
The above video clip is a news report by Al Jazeera, a globally recognized and trusted media network. In recent years, Al Jazeera has developed a reputation for daring coverage and their refusal to shy away from addressing sometimes controversial, oftentimes difficult issues. The network is also well received for its policy that is characteristically…
FRANCE 24 reports: The Dalai Lama’s Demons
Dalai Lama’s Demons Part 1 Dalai Lama’s Demons Part 2 By FRANCE 24 (Text) / Capucine Henry and Nicolas Haque (video) Tibet’s exiled spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, is revered as a hero by his people and respected world-wide for his peaceful philosophy. Today, however, there are cracks at the heart of his community. A minority…
Dalai Lama and Panchen Lama’s trip to China meeting Mao
Precious video footage of Dalai Lama and Panchen Lama’s trip to China meeting Mao