Lamrim Shugden
We are the holders of the tradition of Je Tsongkhapa. The principle defining characteristic of this tradition is the union of Sutra and Tantra. One of the most important things for us to do as Kadampas is to realize this union. I have worked extensively in the past on the union of the Lamrim and…
The Decision to Surrender
A lot of people get confused how one practically surrenders completely to the spiritual guide. It seems as if you would become a lifeless zombie frozen, incapable of acting. The reality is it is the exact opposite. Right now we are a lifeless zombie incapable of acting since we are completely controlled by our delusions…
Food Offering Prayers
1. Lama Tsongkhapa OM AH HUM (3x – purify food) GANGCHEN SHINTEY SOLJEY TSONGKHAPA NGODROP RIKPAY WANGCHUK GYALTSABJE DO-NGAK DEPEY DAKPO KEDRUP-JE GYALWA YABSE SUMLA CHOPARBUL Within the Snowy Land is the chariot leader Tsongkhapa One who has power & great attainments…
The Dorje Shugden Controversy
In his wrathful type, he could be the terrifying star of a Japanese horror film. His three eyes are burning with anger. His fangs protrude from a twisted smile. In his ideal hand he holds a razor-sharp sword and perhaps ready to slice up any person or anything that approaches. Equally terrifying is the snow…
The Symbolism of Dorje Shugden
Dorje Shugden’s form teaches the complete stages of the path of Sutra and Tantra. This proves that he is an enlightened being because such qualities are not possessed by the forms of worldly beings. He appears as a fully ordained monk to show that the practice of pure moral discipline is essential for those who…
Shugden
Wisdom Buddha Dorje Shugden is the Dharma Protector of Je Tsongkhapa’s teachings. Enjoy these images of Dorje Shugden.
Jampa Ling – A Monastery with Dorje Shugden in Chamdo, Tibet
Jampa Ling in located in Chamdo, Tibet. It was buily by Lord Tsongkhapa’s disciple in 1444. It has 12 dratsangs and there used to be 5000 monks during its prime. It is surrounded by many small chapels, and is especially famous for its annual “Lama Dance”. This monastery currently has 1300 monks. Overlooking the town…
Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche, His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Dorje Shugden
Lama Zopa Rinpoche gave this talk to students of the FPMT’s Masters Program at Istituto Lama Tsongkhapa, 22 October 2000. Edited by Nicholas Ribush. Recently I sent a letter (see note below) to the abbots of the large monasteries of Sera, Ganden and Drepung to inspire the older geshes and other lamas who had a…
The Ban on Dorje Shugden: What is happening?
This page is a summary of the effects of the Dalai Lama’s ban on the practice of Dorje Shugden. In brief Segregation Does the Dalai Lama have the right to do this? Who is responsible for the ban, Yellow Card and resulting penalties for those who disobey? Does this affect Western Buddhists? Does this affect…
Praise and Requests to Dorje Shugden By the 14th Dalai Lama
The 14th Dalai Lama wrote praises to Dorje Shugden: Melody of the Unceasing Vajra A Propitiation of Mighty Gyalchen Dorje Shugden, Protector of Conqueror Manjushri Tsongkhapa’s Teachings Why is there a ban put on Dorje Shugden now?
The Dalai Lama Bans and Encourages the Ban of Dorje Shugden
Thousands of Shugden practitioners have been outcast from the Tibetan in Exile communities due to the Dalai Lama’s ban on the practice of Dorje Shugden. This video includes a speech by the Dalai Lama enforcing the ban video clips of the effects of his words on Shugden practitioners.
October 16, 2024
At the Opening of Serpom Monastery
August 25, 2024
A Tribute To H.E. Gonsar Tulku Rinpoche
August 24, 2024
The Dalai Lama Ends The Dorje Shugden Ban
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