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2023 Sunday Dharma School intake
The 2023 intake for our Sunday Dharma School is here! Registration is now open for Level 2 (for ages 7 – 11) and Level 3 (for ages 12 – 16).
Month: January 2023
2023 Pilgrimage to India & Nepal
A pilgrimage to Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Varanasi and Kushinagar can be a life-changing experience for anyone seeking spiritual fulfillment. These four places are deeply connected to the life and teachings of Buddha, as they are where he was born, gained enlightenment, gave his first teaching and entered parinirvana respectively.
Congratulations to our new novices
To top off the recent exciting goings-on in Kechara Forest Retreat, we are pleased to announce and offer our congratulations to the first batch of Kecharian sangha.
Temple stay
A unique cultural and spiritual opportunity to experience Tibetan Buddhism by immersing in daily temple lifestyle, participating in prayers and rituals, and engaging in communal activities.
Six tips to develop a daily prayer habit
Consistency in spirituality isn’t easy especially in this day and age where distractions are plentiful. Many of us struggle to be consistent with our daily prayers even though we know how important it is for our spiritual growth. To help you cultivate a daily prayer habit, here are some practical tips.
The Tsem Rinpoche Relic Temple
Following the parinirvana of our beloved teacher on September 4, 2019, we have begun the construction of the Tsem Rinpoche Relic Temple, a permanent spiritual memorial to house Rinpoche’s holy relics and commemorate his life, deeds and legacy.
Short prayer to Dorje Shugden
A short prayer for busy, modern practitioners to recite every single day to invoke Dorje Shugden’s energy for protection, blessings, and spiritual and material abundance.
Spirituality & pets
If you're an animal lover or paw-rent, you’re probably doing your best to care for your furkids, protect them from harm, and provide them with a happy life. But beyond physical health and mental stimulation, did you know you can also provide spiritual wellness for your furriend?
How to use prayer wheels
Prayer wheel practice is a powerful way to purify negative karma, accumulate merits and bless yourself, the environment and all sentient beings. Watch the video to learn more about prayer wheels and how to use them properly.
The farm of your mind
This advice was given to the Kechara Forest Retreat team in 2015 by our Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. It is shared here as it is applicable to everyone who wishes to advance in their spiritual practice and maintain a supreme Guru-Disciple relationship with their own teachers.
Advice from Dorje Shugden
In January 2021, we consulted with our protector Dorje Shugden for advice on what pujas should be done to clear obstacles for the successful completion of our projects, and for the health, wellbeing and spiritual success of Rinpoche’s students.