BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kechara - ECPv5.16.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Kechara X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.kechara.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Kechara REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kuala_Lumpur BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:+08 DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230902T103000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230902T123000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230724T063025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T132130Z UID:40375-1693650600-1693657800@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Sixteen Arhats Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, 2nd September 2023 for auspicious prayers and offerings to Buddha Shakyamuni and the 16 Arhats. \nKnown as Neten Chagchö in Tibetan\, the 16 Arhats Puja invokes the blessings of this group of attained beings\, who promised to remain in the world to protect the holy Dharma. The puja generates oceans of merits for our spiritual development\, and for the growth of our spiritual guide’s teachings and legacy. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 2\, 2023 (Sat)\n10.30 am – 12.30 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nCreates the causes for health and longevity\nPurifies negative karma and obstacles\nAvoids untimely death\nCreates conducive conditions for Dharma practice\nDevelops insight into Buddha’s teachings\nIncreases spiritual realisations\nGenerates great merits\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho are the 16 Arhats?\nThe 16 Arhats are eminent disciples of Buddha Shakyamuni. According to the scriptures\, Buddha requested them to protect the Dharma for the benefit of sentient beings. Thus\, at the time of their parinirvana\, they vowed to remain in the world and uphold the Dharma until the time of the future Buddha\, Maitreya. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/sixteen-arhats-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/20220809-16-arhats-white-tara-single-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230902T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230902T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230724T163935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130149Z UID:40395-1693666800-1693674000@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Cittamani Tara Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, 2nd September 2023 to come under the protection\, love and care of the Compassionate Mother of all Buddhas. \nKnown as Cittamani Tara Drolchok in Tibetan\, this puja calls upon the Goddess Tara in her highest yoga tantric form\, and harnesses her enlightened energy for the swift fulfilment of your wishes. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 2\, 2023 (Sat)\n3.00 pm – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nSwift assistance to fulfil worldly and spiritual wishes\nQuick removal of obstacles\, especially in times of emergency and distress\nBrings success in all aspects of life\nImproves relationships and family harmony\nProtects from dangerous situations\nPacifies negativities\, anxiety and fear\nSupports Dharma practice and the cultivation of wisdom\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is Cittamani Tara?\n Cittamani Tara is the highest Maha-Anuttara Yoga Tantra manifestation of Tara – Tibet’s most popular female Buddha. In a previous life\, Tara vowed to return as a female Bodhisattva in every lifetime\, to help practitioners fulfil virtuous wishes and allay their fears and worries. This particular lineage of her practice is unique to the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism\, and originates from the visionary experience of the yogi Takpu Gargyi Wangpo. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/cittamani-tara-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-Cittamani-Tara-Puja-Web-Article.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230904T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230904T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230724T053828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T125502Z UID:40366-1693821600-1693846800@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Tsem Rinpoche’s Parinirvana Anniversary DESCRIPTION:September 4\, 2023 marks the 4th parinirvana anniversary of His Eminence the 25th Tsem Rinpoche. To commemorate Rinpoche’s extraordinary life and enlightened deeds\, a special all-day prayer service will be held in Kechara Forest Retreat in accordance with Tibetan Buddhist tradition. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 4\, 2023 (Mon)\n10.00 am – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree admission. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nProgramme\n\n10.00 am 1000-Offering Lama Chopa Tsog\n12.00 pm Break\n3.00 pm Tsem Rinpoche’s Guru Yoga\, Manjushri Namasamgiti and Swift Return Prayers\n5.00 pm Offering ceremony\n\nA Day of Auspicious Prayers\nThe parinirvana anniversary day begins with an extensive 1000-Offering Lama Chopa Tsog. Known as Je Tongchoe in Tibetan\, this extremely meritorious puja includes the offering of 1000 candles\, 1000 tormas\, 1000 incense\, 1000 water bowls and 1000 flowers so that disciples can accumulate oceans of merits for our lama to return once more to continue turning the Wheel of Dharma. \nIn the afternoon\, there will be auspicious prayers of Tsem Rinpoche’s Guru Yoga and Name Mantra chanting to make special requests for Rinpoche’s blessings\, and recitations of Manjushri Namasamgiti and Tsem Rinpoche’s Swift Return Prayers to create the necessary causes and merits for the successful search\, recognition and enthronement of Rinpoche’s new incarnation. \nPujas will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, and led by His Eminence Kensur Rinpoche Jetsun Lobsang Phende and other high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nWe hope you will join us in prayer on this special day\, and visit the Tsem Rinpoche Relic Temple to make prayers\, offerings\, prostrations\, and circumambulations at Rinpoche’s Relic Stupa — as one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for a sincere practitioner is the lama’s stupa and abode. \nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWhy we celebrate the Guru\nAfter H.E. Tsem Rinpoche entered parinirvana on September 4\, 2019\, we celebrate our lama on his parinirvana day instead of his birthday. In the past\, we requested Rinpoche to live long but now\, we are requesting Rinpoche to swiftly return\, and that we may have the merits to find his unmistaken incarnation. \nSimilarly\, when Rinpoche was physically with us\, we devoted ourselves to our lama through deeds. Serving the lama is considered much more important than making offerings and prayers to him. Now that Rinpoche has entered parinirvana\, offerings and prayers to our lama are of utmost importance in our practice of guru devotion. \nTherefore\, we can maintain our spiritual connection or samaya with our lama through daily practices\, pujas\, following his instructions and advice\, and especially by celebrating his parinirvana day. \nThe lama’s parinirvana day is also a precious opportunity for students to recall his kindness and compassion\, to rejoice in his enlightened deeds\, and to contemplate with gratitude on all that they have received from their lama. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/parinirvana-anniversary-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/20220801-kec-trpa-single-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230909T133000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230909T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230730T172626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T125633Z UID:41521-1694266200-1694277000@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Trakpo Sumtril Initiation DESCRIPTION:In Tibetan\, Trakpo Sumtril means the ‘Three Wrathful Ones.’ It refers to a practice that combines three deities into one — Vajrapani\, Hayagriva and King Garuda. Each represents a facet of enlightenment: \n\nVajrapani represents the power of the Buddhas.\nHayagriva represents their compassion.\nGaruda represents their wisdom.\n\nTrakpo Sumtril has many benefits but it is mainly a healing practice that can protect us from harm\, obstacles\, malevolent spirits and illnesses such as cancer\, heart conditions\, epileptic fits and other naga-related diseases. It can also assist with the quelling of epidemic plagues\, purify impure places afflicted by supernatural interferences\, and increase lifespan. \nIn particular\, Vajrapani helps us gain greater affinity with the tantras in general. His practice also blesses people with unclear minds due to old age or other infirmities\, individuals who lack confidence\, and practitioners who are unstable in their Dharma practice. \nOverall\, Trakpo Sumtril is helpful for people who have issues with nagas\, land-deity problems and anyone who has been prescribed naga pujas through divination by high lamas or as advised through the oracle of Dorje Shugden. It is also beneficial for Kechara Forest Retreat because it will bless the land\, which is inhabited by nagas. \nOn September 9\, 2023\, the Trakpo Sumtril permission initiation (jenang) will be compassionately bestowed by His Eminence the 7th Panglung Oracle. This is the first time this initiation will be given in Kechara Forest Retreat. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 9\, 2023 (Sat)\n1.30 pm – 4.30 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree admission. Registration is required.\n\nWhat is an initiation?\nIn Tibetan Buddhism\, tantric initiations awaken our innate potential for Buddhahood by empowering us to engage in the practice of a specific Buddha-deity. It also creates a strong spiritual bond (samaya) between the recipient and the initiating master\, as well as the Buddha-deity involved. \nActive participation in an initiation with a fully-qualified teacher bestows permission to engage in the daily sadhana. During the initiation\, a special seed of enlightenment is planted within our mindstream. This seed will grow stronger and stronger when we engage in the daily sadhana and keep our commitments\, until we eventually achieve attainments and ultimately enlightenment. \nThe initiating lama\nHis Eminence the 7th Panglung Kuten Thubten Phelgye Jigme Namgyal\, also known as Ven. Choji-la\, is the renowned oracle of Sera Monastery who takes trance of Dorje Shugden\, Kache Marpo\, Setrap\, Shiptak Gyene and other Dharma protectors. \nVen. Choji-la has studied under many gurus including H.H. Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche\, H.H. Kyabje Ling Rinpoche and H.H. Kyabje Zong Rinpoche. He is a pure monk who has kept his vows and commitments very well. H.E. Tsem Rinpoche regarded him highly\, and requested him to give oral transmissions and engage in numerous pujas for Kechara in the past. \n\n H.E. the 7th Panglung Oracle\nWhat are the commitments?\n This initiation has no special commitments\, and no vows will be given as part of the initiation. However\, it is beneficial to recite the mantra or engage in the daily sadhana (prayer) after receiving the initiation\, especially if you have been prescribed naga pujas or land deity pujas in the past. \nWho can attend?\n The initiation is open to non-muslim guests aged six (6) and above. Prior tantric initiations or empowerments are not necessary. All participants must register in advance. \nWhat to bring\n\nKhata (Tibetan ritual scarf)Minimum: 2x for H.E. Tsem Rinpoche and Ven. Choji-la.\nKuyong (auspicious monetary offering)Minimum: 2x for H.E. Tsem Rinpoche and Ven. Choji-la. You can also offer kuyong to the translators and monks who will be assisting throughout the initiation.\n\nHow to register\n The initiation is open to registered guests only. Kechara Forest Retreat will be closed to walk-in visitors on the day. \n\n\n\nPriority registration for members opens 18 August\, 9.00 am (GMT +8). Members will receive the link to the registration portal via email and the Kechara member app.\nGeneral registration for the public opens 19 August\, 9.00 am (GMT +8). Click here to register.\n\n\n\n \nHow to donate\n You can donate towards the initiation ceremony via the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com  or by WhatsApp at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nAdvice for serious practitioners\n Our founder His Eminence the 25th Tsem Rinpoche advised that practitioners who receive Trakpo Sumtril initiation should engage in the daily sadhana\, as reciting the mantra alone is not as effective. Rinpoche also recommended engaging in a yearly Trakpo Sumtril retreat as this will benefit the organisation and environment very much. \n\n H.E. Tsem Rinpoche and Ven. Choji-la in 2011.\nImportant Notes\n\nPlaces are limited and registration closes once all seats are taken up. To avoid disappointment\, register early.\nPriority registration is for Kechara members only. Please ensure your membership is valid/renewed to avoid disappointment.\nEach Kechara member is entitled to ONE (1) priority registration only. If you have non-members in your party (e.g. children)\, they should register under general registration.\nRegistration is limited to 1 seat per time. If you need more than 1 seat\, please register multiple times.\nUnregistered guests will be denied entry to Kechara Forest Retreat. Please have your tickets ready for inspection. We suggest that you print out your ticket for quicker processing.\nDuplicate tickets will be rejected. Please don’t share your ticket details with anyone.\nSeating is first come first served. Doors to the initiation hall open at 12.30 pm. Indoor and outdoor seating will be available. Please come early if you want to get a good seat.\nChildren aged six (6) and above are allowed to attend the initiation. All children must hold a valid ticket. Noisy children will be asked to leave the hall.\nLatecomers will be denied entry. The main entrance to Kechara Forest Retreat closes at 1.15 pm\, and doors to the initiation hall close at 1.30 pm sharp.\nParking spaces are limited. We suggest that you carpool where possible to avoid congestion.\nWear comfortable shoes. It takes 10-15 minutes to walk from the parking area to the registration counter and initiation hall\, so comfortable footwear is essential.\nPhotos\, videos and audio recordings are not allowed. If you are found recording the initiation\, you will be asked to leave the premises.\nObserve the dress code. Please wear below-the-knee trousers\, skirts\, dresses\, long-loose tops\, t-shirts\, shirts\, etc. No tight-fitting\, see-through\, revealing attire.\nYou must be present throughout the entire ceremony. If you leave the hall while the initiation is in progress\, it means that you did not receive the initiation.\n\nSupplementary Information\n\nIn the practice of the wrathful Vajrapani-Hayagriva-Garuda deity\, Vajrapani is visualised as the central figure\, Hayagriva appears as a green horse head protruding from Vajrapani’s head\, and a white Garuda flies above.\nVajrapani is an emanation of one of the eight great Bodhisattva disciples of Buddha Shakyamuni. Appearing in wrathful form\, he holds a five-spoked vajra in his right hand representing power and healing. His left hand is in the threatening mudra\, which represents his ability to avert harm caused by our karma and delusions. He shows us this mudra to warn us to stop engaging in negative actions and behaviour.\nHayagriva is a wrathful manifestation of Chenrezig\, otherwise known as Avalokiteshvara\, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. He is represented by a single green horse head that protrudes from the top of Vajrapani’s head. It is said that the piercing scream of Hayagriva’s horse terrifies negative beings and averts obstacles. The colour green represents the enlightened activity of the Buddhas.\nThe wrathful King Garuda represents the wisdom of the Buddhas. He appears as a beautiful white eagle-like deity with “blades for wings”. Garudas are the traditional adversaries of nagas. It is believed that nagas can act as the cause of a number of diseases and King Garuda helps to overcome these.\nThe lineage stems from Lhodrag Drubchen Lekyi Dorje (1326 – 1401) who was an emanation of Vajrapani and one of Lama Tsongkhapa’s teachers. Although it combines three deities\, there is only one mantra in this practice. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/trakpo-sumtril-initiation-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-trakpo-sumtril-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230910T093000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230910T110000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230727T171432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130725Z UID:40882-1694338200-1694343600@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Pets Day Out: Medicine Buddha Puja for Pets DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, 10th September 2023 for a blessed healing puja dedicated to your beloved furkids. Held in place of September’s Pets Day Out\, this will be our first pet puja where every member of your family — two and four-legged – are welcome! \nIt is a wonderful opportunity for your furbabies to be blessed by the Supreme Healer Medicine Buddha — for their good health\, long and happy life\, and swift recovery from illness. \nPawrents can also chant Medicine Buddha’s mantra during the puja for increased blessings — as YOU have the most direct karmic connection with your pet. \nWe encourage you to attend in person as your pets will have the chance to receive an individual blessing during the puja. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 10\, 2023 (Sun)\n9.30 am – 11.00 am\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting monks from the main monasteries of our lineage in India and Nepal\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \n\n Your furkid will receive an individual blessing during the Medicine Buddha puja for pets.\nBenefits for furkids and pawrents\n\nHeals illness and disease\nExtends life\nIncreases pawsitivity\nHelps with accurate diagnosis\nIncreases the effectiveness of medicines and medical treatments\nEnhances the work of doctors\, vets\, nurses and healers\nPurifies negative body karma\nCreates causes for favourable future rebirths\n\n\n Your pets cannot accumulate merit and purify karma on their own. As a pawrent\, you are the only one who can help them. \nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and all pets are welcome to attend. Dedicated outdoor seating is available for furkids and pawrents. Please RSVP your attendance here as space is limited. \nHow to contribute\nYou can contribute towards the puja via our Animal Care fund. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPrayer offerings\nFood and travel for visiting monks\nCare of rescued animals in Kechara Forest Retreat\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Animal Care Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nImportant Notes\n\nPlease dress respectfully as we are a temple. No shorts\, singlets\, tight-fitting\, see-through or revealing attire.\nOutside food is not allowed. Hooman food and drinks are available on the day. You can bring food/snacks for your furkids.\nYou may wish to bring along a hat\, sunglasses\, sunscreen & mosquito repellant to protect from the elements.\nTo ensure the health and safety of all pets\, we recommend that your pet is vaccinated and on flea/tick prevention treatments.\nThroughout your visit\, we ask that you and your furkids observe our pet-friendly house rules.\n\nHouse Rules for a Better Pet-Friendly Experience\n🐾 Use dedicated pet toilet \n\nPets are only allowed to relieve themselves at the designated pet toilet areas.\nUpon arrival\, please bring your pet to the designated pet toilet first before continuing to enjoy our grounds and facilities.\nPlease pick up after your pet and dispose pet waste in the designated waste bins.\nWhile on the premises\, please ensure your pets are wearing diapers if they are not toilet trained.\n\n🐾 Leash your pet \n\nPlease keep your pet leashed (except in off-leash area) and accompanied by human owner at all times.\n\n🐾 Socialise your pet \n\nYour pet should be friendly and comfortable with humans and other pets.\n\n🐾 Keep to designated pet-friendly areas \n\nFor hygiene purposes\, only outdoor areas are pet-friendly.\n\n🐾 No pets on public furniture \n\nPlease keep your pets on the floor or inside your pet stroller/carrier.\n\n🐾 No excessive noise or nuisance \n\nBe considerate of other guests\, pets and pet owners.\nIf your pet seems uncomfortable\, please take your pet for a walk or for some quiet time.\n\n🐾 BYO food \n\nPlease bring food/snacks for your pet if required.\nWater and water bowls are available on site.\n\n🐾 Pet marshallTo ensure hygiene and safety measures are met\, our pet marshalls may impose the following to ensure rules are followed. \n\nPenalty between RM10 – RM50\nInsist pet and pet owner leave the premises\n\nAll penalties received will be donated towards our animal welfare projects. \nAnimal Rescue Activities\nOur founder\, H.E. Tsem Rinpoche was known for his love of animals. When Rinpoche conceptualised of Kechara Forest Retreat\, it was meant to be as much a sanctuary for animals as it was for people. \nIn particular\, our Aviary provides a new lease of life for birds rescued from abuse\, neglect and a life in captivity. Today\, it is home to over 40 birds including Sulphur-crested White Cockatoos\, Cockatiels\, African Greys\, and Budgies. \nDo visit our Aviary and say hello to our feathered friends during your trip to Kechara Forest Retreat. \nPARTICIPATION IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. BY PARTICIPATING\, YOU AGREE AND ACCEPT THAT KECHARA IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURIES\, LOSSES OR DAMAGES WHICH MAY BEFALL YOU\, YOUR DEPENDANTS\, YOUR PROPERTY AND/OR YOUR PETS. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/medicine-buddha-puja-for-pets-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pet Friendly,Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-medicine-buddha-puja-for-pets-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230913T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230913T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230724T165335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T132454Z UID:40403-1694617200-1694624400@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Soongdrup Blessing Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, 13th September 2023 for a special blessing puja which will take us one step closer to the final consecration of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche’s 7ft statue! \nKnown as Soongdrup in Tibetan\, this intensive preparatory puja will bless and empower the sacred items and substances inside the newly arrived statue\, which is a tribute to our lama’s great compassion. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 13\, 2023 (Wed)\n3.00 pm – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nEnhances the blessings from insertion items and substances\nPurifies faults and defilements caused by our delusions\nIncreases the merits generated in relation to holy monuments\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWhat is Soongdrup?\nSoongdrup is highly beneficial when creating holy Buddhist images such as His Eminence Tsem Rinpoche’s 7ft Statue. \nEvery time a devotee\, pilgrim or visitor makes offerings and prayers here\, a portion of the positive spiritual energy is transferred to everyone who has contributed to the statue’s construction — a perpetual source of merits. \nThis is why we place great importance on fulfilling the traditional rituals to enhance the blessings of the holy objects inside Rinpoche’s Statue — to increase the stream of merits for all sponsors and supporters. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/soongdrup-blessing-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-soongdrup-puja.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230915T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230917T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230727T165526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130407Z UID:40427-1694757600-1694973600@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Rabney Chenmo Consecration Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 3-day Rabney Chenmo ceremony to consecrate the newly arrived 7-foot statue of His Eminence the 25th Tsem Rinpoche\, and to renew the blessings of all spiritual monuments in the Tsem Rinpoche Relic Temple and Kechara Forest Retreat. \nRabney Chenmo means great consecration puja. It is an elaborate ceremony involving numerous sensory offerings\, torma ritual cakes\, multiple fire pujas\, traditional mirror\, and various other implements. \nBased on the Solitary Hero Yamantaka practice\, this complex ritual forges a powerful connection with the wisdom energies of Tsem Rinpoche\, the lineage lamas\, Buddhas\, bodhisattvas\, arhats\, Dharma Protectors\, dakas and dakinis through the power of mantra\, concentration\, visualisation and offerings. \nUpon completion of the consecration ceremony\, the blessings of these enlightened beings are sealed — in not just the Statue and Stupas\, but also in the immediate surroundings so that all who pass by receive tremendous blessings and purification. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 15 – 17\, 2023 (Fri – Sun)\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nProgramme\n Day 1: Sept 15 (Friday) \n\n6.00 am Session 1\n9.30 am Break\n10.00 am Session 2\n12.00 pm Lunch\n3.00 pm Session 3\n5.00 pm End\n\n Day 2: Sept 16 (Saturday) \n\n6.00 am Session 1\n9.00 am Break\n10.00 am Session 2\n12.00 pm Lunch\n1.00 pm Session 3\n2.00 pm Fire puja\n5.00 pm Session 4\n7.00 pm End\n\n Day 3: Sept 17 (Sunday) \n\n6.00 am Session 1\n9.30 am Break\n10.00 am Session 2\n12.00 pm Lunch\n3.00 pm Fire puja\n6.00 pm End\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, and led by His Eminence Kensur Rinpoche Jetsun Lobsang Phende and other high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nWe hope you will join us for this special ceremony\, and make offerings\, prostrations\, and circumambulations at Rinpoche’s Statue and Stupa — one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in Kechara Forest Retreat. \n\n \n The first Rabney Chenmo ceremony at the Tsem Rinpoche Relic Temple in September 2022. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nPurifies tremendous negative karma\nPurifies obscurations especially in relations to broken spiritual commitments (samaya)\nIncreases wisdom\nIncreases merits\nImproves the connection and affinity with one’s lama and the Dharma in general\nImproves inner stability\, mental clarity and awareness\nRenews physical and inner peace\nRe-balances emotions\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \n\n \n Rabney Chenmo is a complex ritual based on the 13-deity Yamantaka practice\nCreating Tsem Rinpoche’s statue\nAfter H.E. Tsem Rinpoche entered parinirvana on September 4\, 2019\, we were advised to create a smiling image of our lama in traditional style and iconography. \nThe project began in early 2020 but had to be paused due to global lockdowns. After 3 years of patiently waiting for travel bans to lift\, the team was finally able to work closely with a master sculptor to put the finishing touches on Rinpoche’s 7ft statue. We’re extremely fortunate that the artist has a special connection with Rinpoche\, and it comes through in his work. \nA tribute to Rinpoche’s great compassion\, our lama’s statue arrived in Kechara Forest Retreat on July 26\, 2023. Ahead of the consecration ceremony\, it will be filled with many small Buddha images made from Rinpoche’s holy relics and many other sacred items. \n\n \n H.E. Tsem Rinpoche’s 7ft statue arrived in Kechara Forest Retreat on July 26\, 2023. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/rabney-chenmo-consecration-ceremony-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-rabney-chenmo-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230920T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230920T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230724T170903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T131209Z UID:40415-1695204000-1695214800@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Shenyingdudog: Heart Sutra with Rituals DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, 20th September 2023 to dispel spirit harm\, unseen disturbances and negative supernatural influences. \nThe elaborate Shenyingdudog puja is based on the Heart Sutra — one of the most important sutras in the Buddhist canon. The ritual includes 252 recitations of the Heart Sutra and extensive offerings of tormas (ritual cakes) to generate a tremendous amount of merit for sponsors\, participants and even the spirits. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 20\, 2023 (Wed)\n10.00 am – 1.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nDispels spirit harm\nRemoves unseen disturbances\nCounters negative influences of supernatural origin\nGenerates positive energy and spiritual merits\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWhat is the Heart Sutra?\nThe Heart Sutra\, or the Perfection of Wisdom Sutra\, is one of the most well known of Buddhist scriptures. Although short\, it is rich in meaning and history as it contains the essential concepts of Buddhist beliefs and philosophies. People who are afflicted by spirit disturbances are sometimes advised to recite the Heart Sutra as it is also very beneficial to the spirits who come looking for help. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/shenyingdudog-heart-sutra-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-shenyingdudog-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230920T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230920T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230725T071331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T132441Z UID:40441-1695222000-1695229200@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Gossip Cutting Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, 20th September 2023 to overcome problems and obstacles created by gossip\, rumours\, and malicious talk of all kinds. \nKnown as Mikha Dradog in Tibetan\, the Gossip Cutting Puja counters the effects of harmful speech motivated by ill-intent. It disperses the negative energies that accumulate when we are the target of excessive gossip\, which can manifest in the form of illnesses\, accidents\, and challenges that obstruct our progress. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 20\, 2023 (Wed)\n3.00 pm – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nDispels obstacles created by gossip and slander\nReverses the effects of malicious speech\nDisperses negative energy and interferences\nProtects from unwanted incidents and illnesses\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/gossip-cutting-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-Gossip-Cutting-Puja-Web-Article.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230921T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230725T080410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T131129Z UID:40450-1695290400-1695301200@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:400 Offering Gyabshi Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, 21st September 2023 for a powerful obstacle-clearing puja which is helpful when problems cannot be overcome by other means. \nLiterally translated as “400 offerings”\, Gyabshi calls upon the blessings and protection of Yamantaka\, Setrap and Buddha Shakyamuni to assist in clearing negativities and dangerous obstacles of health\, financial or even supernatural causes. \nDuring the puja\, we request Buddha Shakyamuni to “talk” to and bless the spirits before we send them away. Offerings include 100 stupas\, 100 candles and 200 tormas to generate tremendous merit for sponsors and to appease the spirits or obstacle-makers. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 21\, 2023 (Thu)\n10.00 am – 1.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nClears the most severe obstacles\nProtects from spirit disturbances and the supernatural\nHelps in cases of severe illness\nSubdues the most challenging financial and legal problems\nOvercomes life-threatening situations\nAppeases unseen beings and obstacle makers\n\nFurthermore\, this is one of the pujas recommended by Dorje Shugden to clear huge obstacles\, purify negative karma and generate tremendous merits for the successful search and recognition of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche’s new incarnation. \nThis ritual will also be dedicated to the long life and good health of our lineage lamas\, especially His Eminence Kensur Rinpoche Lobsang Phende. \nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/400-offering-gyabshi-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-gyabshi-400-offerings-puja-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230923T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230923T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230725T082908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130118Z UID:40459-1695463200-1695488400@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Yangdup Wealth Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, 23rd September 2023 for a grand wealth summoning puja and receive the blessings of the wealth deities for yourself\, your family and for the success of all your endeavours. \nKnown as Yangdup in Tibetan\, this elaborate wealth-summoning ceremony is traditionally performed once a year in all Tibetan monasteries. \nThe ritual calls upon the wealth deities to generate material resources\, abundance and prosperity. This provides sustenance for sponsors\, monasteries\, Dharma centres and participants\, and also fuels the growth of Buddha’s sacred teachings. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 23\, 2023 (Sat)\n10.00 am – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nAs part of the puja\, Kechara’s Wealth Box will be opened to replenish the perishable offerings inside\, and to add on even more precious items to symbolise ever-growing abundance. At the conclusion of this power-charged ritual\, the Wealth Box will be consecrated\, blessed and sealed until the following year. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nAttracts material wealth and resources\nImproves health and healing\nExtends lifespan\nIncreases spiritual riches\nGenerates growth in all aspects of life\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. To ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nBesides attending in person\, here are more ways to receive the benefits of Yangdup. \n\nBring your wealth vase or wealth pills (yang dzay rilbu) to be recharged and re-energised during the puja.\nIf you cannot attend in person\, submit your items to Kechara House\, PJ or Kechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong by Sep 21 (Thursday).\nSubmit a token monetary sum (notes only\, no coins). This will be placed in the “wealth bag” inside the wealth box to generate energies of increase and growth for you.\n\nIf you are making a submission\, please see the important notes below. \nWealth vases and wealth pills can be invited at Vajrasecrets.com. If you would like them re-energised at the Yangdup Puja before being shipped to you\, please leave a note when placing your order. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this extensive and grand puja. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nYour donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nWealth box offerings\nWealth puja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Wealth Box fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nImportant Notes\n\nOnly wealth vases of enlightened beings are permitted. Please do not submit/bring wealth vases of unenlightened beings.\nWealth vases/wealth pills to be re-energised must be present throughout the whole puja. It is not possible to add wealth vases/wealth pills after the puja has begun.\nLabel your wealth vase/wealth pills with your name and phone number.\nPlease ensure you get a tag if you are submitting your wealth vase/wealth pills at Kechara House or Kechara Forest Retreat. You will need the tag to collect your items after the puja.\nWhen handling and transporting your wealth vase\, please follow the correct protocol. Click for details.\nWe will do our best to safeguard your wealth vase/wealth pills. However\, we are not responsible in the unlikely event of loss or damage to your items.\nIf you are submitting money to be placed inside the wealth box\, put it in a ziplock bag and label it with your name and phone number in case we need to contact you.\nMoney that is placed inside the wealth box cannot be returned.\n\nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nimg gallery URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/yangdup-wealth-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TPRA2023-kec-yangdup-puja.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230924T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230924T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230725T094247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130507Z UID:40494-1695549600-1695574800@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Vajrayogini Self Initiation + Ruchok Purification Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, 24th September 2023 for a special purification ritual for hair and bones. Ruchok can be performed for both humans and animals\, whether they are alive or have passed away. During the ceremony\, the hair of the living and the ashes/bones of the deceased are blessed and “transformed” into Vajrayogini. \nUpon completion of this sacred ritual\, these consecrated remains will be mixed with other holy items\, and made into tsatsas. These special tsatsas will then be inserted into holy Buddha statues that will be installed at Kechara Forest Retreat in the future. \nThe Vajrayogini self-initiation ceremony will also be performed during the puja. This complex\, elaborate ritual has great significance for both initiates and non-initiates.  \nFor the uninitiated\, participating in the Vajrayogini self-initiation creates the causes for us to receive Vajrayogini’s practice in the future. For the initiated\, the ceremony mends and reaffirms our vows taken previously\, and purifies downfalls that could prevent us from gaining attainments from our practice. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 24\, 2023 (Sun)\n10.00 am – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \n\n \n Ruchok is a purification ritual to bless the hair and bones of humans/animals and transform them into Vajrayogini.\nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nBlesses the hair of the living\nConsecrates the ashes/bones of the deceased\nCan be done for humans + animals\nTransforms ordinary remains into Vajrayogini’s “body”\nRepairs broken vows and commitments\nPurifies downfalls preventing spiritual attainments\nStrengthens the relationship with our spiritual guide\nCreates the causes to receive Vajrayogini’s practice\nCreates the causes to ascend to Vajrayogini’s paradise\nRuchok tsatsas will be inserted into holy Buddha statues in Kechara Forest Retreat\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. To ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nBesides attending in person\, you are encouraged to submit any of the following items at Kechara House\, Petaling Jaya or Kechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong by Sep 21 (Thu). \n\nHair from the crown of the head (for the living)\nBones or ashes (for the deceased)\nFur or feathers of your pets\n\nIf you are making a submission\, please see the important notes below. \n\n \n Blessed ruchok remains will be made into tsatsas and inserted into holy Buddha statues that will be installed at Kechara Forest Retreat in the future.\nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nImportant Notes\n\nItems from each person or pet should be submitted in individual Ziploc bags (one bag per item)\nOnly a tiny amount of hair/ash/bone is required\nLabel each bag with the name of the person/animal to whom it belongs\nIndicate if the item belongs to a person or animal\nIndicate if the item belongs to a living or deceased being\nIndicate your name and phone number in case we need to contact you\nThe items you submit will not be returned to you. After the puja\, they will be made into tsatsas and inserted into holy Buddha statues that will be installed at Kechara Forest Retreat in the future.\n\nWho is Vajrayogini?\nVajrayogini is the supreme embodiment of wisdom and compassion. Wrathful and loving\, she personifies the strength of a divine mother’s love to give swiftly and unconditionally whatever we need. \nimg gallery URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/vajrayogini-self-initiation-ruchok-purification-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-vajrayogini-ruchok-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230928T140000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233520 CREATED:20230725T104312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130243Z UID:40507-1695909600-1695916800@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Yamantaka Protection Blessing Ritual DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, 28th September 2023 for a potent ritual of protection and cleansing. The Yamantaka protection blessing\, known as kago in Tibetan\, is a powerful rite based on the Yamantaka tantras to protect us by sealing the various chakras in our body. \nChakras are points where our psychic energies converge. They are also openings through which harmful entities can enter to negatively affect us. The kago ritual helps to close these ‘doorways’\, and requests Yamantaka and his entourage to stand guard at each point. \nYou are encouraged to attend this puja in person. During the ritual\, you will have the opportunity to directly receive an individual blessing if time allows. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 28\, 2023 (Thu)\n2.00 pm – 4.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nSpiritual cleansing\nProtects from malevolent disturbances\, black magic and curses\nExpels negative spirits and entities\nRemoves inner and secret obstacles\nEncourages a clear\, calm mind of wisdom\nInvites Yamantaka’s blessings\nIncreases merits for spiritual growth and attainments\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is Yamantaka?\n Yamantaka is a wrathful manifestation of Manjushri\, the Bodhisattva of Stainless Wisdom. His profound practice is one of the three Kingly Tantras of the Gelug Tibetan Buddhist tradition\, and utilises anger as a means to purify delusions. It offers a profound and quick method to achieve higher attainments\, and has the potential to purify tremendous amounts of negative karma\, especially those of the most heinous crimes. He also grants powerful protection against the most wrathful spirits\, black magic and curses. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/yamantaka-protection-blessing-ritual-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-Yamantaka-Protection-Blessing-Ritual-Web-Article.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230930T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20230930T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230727T165836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T131615Z UID:40874-1696068000-1696096800@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:1\,000 Offering Namgyalma Long Life Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, 30th September 2023 for a grand long life puja and auspicious offerings to Buddha Namgyalma for healing\, longevity and purification. \nAlso known as Namgyal Tongchoe in Tibetan\, this ritual includes 1\,000 offerings of flowers\, water\, tormas (ritual cakes)\, candles and incense to remove obstacles to health and life. \nYou are encouraged to attend this puja in person and chant as many Namgyalma mantras as you can. At the end of the ritual\, you will have the opportunity to partake of blessed long life pills and nectar. \nEvent Details\n\nSep 30\, 2023 (Sat)\n10.00 am – 1.00 pm (morning session)\n3.00 pm – 6.00 pm (afternoon session)\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nExtends lifespan\nHeals illness and disease\nProtects from negative interferences and spirit disturbances\nPrevents lower rebirths\nPurifies negative karma and its stains\nPacifies all present and future obstacles\nInvites good health\, abundance and other good qualities\n\nFurthermore\, this is one of the pujas recommended by Dorje Shugden to clear huge obstacles\, purify negative karma and generate tremendous merits for the successful search and recognition of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche’s new incarnation. \nThis ritual will also be dedicated to the long life and good health of our lineage lamas\, especially His Holiness the 101st Gaden Trisur Jetsun Lungrik Namgyal Rinpoche. \nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. You can attend one session\, or both sessions. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is Namgyalma?\nNamgyalma or Ushnisha Vijaya is one of the three Long-Life Deities\, alongside Amitayus and White Tara. Her practice is excellent for healing\, purifying negative karma\, and removing obstacles to long life. It is believed that anyone who hears her mantra will never be reborn in the lower realms. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/1000-offering-namgyalma-long-life-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-1000-offering-namgyalma-long-life-puja.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231001T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230725T160048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130601Z UID:40518-1696154400-1696179600@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Dorje Shugden Ruel Recharge Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, 1st October 2023 for an energising ritual which renews the potent protection of your ruels and chakras. \nCalling upon Tantric Buddha Yamantaka and the Dharma Protectors Kalarupa\, Dorje Shugden and Setrap\, the puja enhances your Buddhist amulets for continued protection against obstacles\, negativities and harm caused by spirits\, curses and black magic. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 1\, 2023 (Sun)\n10.00 am – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nEnhances the protective blessings of ruels and chakras\nCleanses and recharges amulets and talismans\nDispels harm and negativities\nPurifies negative karma\nClears obstacles for health\, wellbeing and spiritual success\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. To ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nBesides attending in person\, here are more ways to receive the benefits of the Ruel Recharge puja. \n\nBring your ruel or chakra (encased or unencased) to be recharged and re-energised during the puja.\nIf you cannot attend in person\, submit your items to Kechara House\, PJ or Kechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong by Sep 28 (Thursday).\n\nIf you are making a submission\, please see the important notes below. \nRuels and chakras can be invited at Vajrasecrets.com. If you would like them re-energised at the Ruel Recharge Puja before being shipped to you\, please leave a note when placing your order. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nImportant Notes\n\nLabel your ruel/chakra with your name and phone number.\nPlease ensure you get a tag if you are submitting your ruel/chakra at Kechara House or Kechara Forest Retreat. You will need the tag to collect your items after the puja.\nOnly ruels and chakras of enlightened beings are permitted. Please do not submit protection amulets of unenlightened beings.\nWe will do our best to safeguard your ruel/chakra. However\, we are not responsible in the unlikely event of loss or damage to your items.\n\nWhat is a ruel?\nWithin the renowned Tibetan tantric system of protection\, ruels are the most supreme of all. Traditionally handmade every ten years\, Tibetan ruels contain nearly a hundred secret and blessed ingredients. They are consecrated by senior members of the Tibetan monastic community\, in a careful process involving pujas and mantras for three consecutive nights\, to seal the energies of the Buddhas and Dharma Protectors within. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/dorje-shugden-ruel-recharge-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-ruel-recharge-puja.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231006T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231006T223000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230102T083302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T122811Z UID:35396-1696622400-1696631400@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Dorje Shugden Wishfulfilling Monthly Puja DESCRIPTION:Get your wishes fulfilled\nJoin us for a blessed Dorje Shugden Fulfilment Ritual (kangso) complete with ritual music and traditional Tibetan melodies. Culturally unique as well as spiritually uplifting\, this puja invokes the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden who creates positive conditions for wealth and abundance\, protects against negative and harmful interferences\, facilitates spiritual journeys and grants conducive conditions for overcoming life’s challenges. \nBenefits\n\nHealing from illness and disease\nWealth and material resources\nFulfilment of positive aspirations\nMental clarity\, focus and wisdom\nProtection from harm\, negative energy and black magic\nOvercomes physical and mental obstacles\nHarmonious relationships\, positive mindset and inner peace\nConducive conditions for spiritual practice\n\nWho is Dorje Shugden?\nDorje Shugden is a Tibetan guardian deity who has swiftly helped many. Regarded as the ‘World Peace Protector’\, he brings success and wish-fulfilment to all who invoke upon him. Many have testified to his swift and benevolent power as a healer\, a provider of spiritual and material opportunities\, a defender from negative elements and a source of bliss and harmony in the home. \nParticipation is free. Please wear face masks and comply with official SOPs to ensure everyone’s safety and health. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/dorjeshugenpuja-oct2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Online Programmes,Pujas & Prayers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/kec3.0-monthly-dspuja-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231007T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231007T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230728T124451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T132421Z UID:40532-1696672800-1696683600@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Chabtru Water Purification Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, 7th October 2023 for a powerful water purification ritual known for its cleansing and healing effects. \nChabtru calls upon the blessings of Dorje Namjom to cleanse negative energy\, purify body karma\, and heal physical ailments such as paralysis\, strokes and skin disorders. \nYou are encouraged to attend this puja in person — if time allows\, you will directly receive an individual water blessing. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 7\, 2023 (Sat)\n10.00 am – 1.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nPurifies negative body karma\nHeals paralysis\, strokes and skin disorders\nCleanses polluting energies in the environment\nDispels obstructions to long life\nRejuvenates and revitalises physical and spiritual health\nRestores general wellbeing\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is Dorje Namjom?\nAlso known as Vajravidarana or Vajra Subduer\, Dorje Namjom is a semi-wrathful form of the Bodhisattva Vajrapani. He is one of the Five Cleansing Deities and his ablution ritual (chabtru) is known for its healing and purifying effects. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/chabtru-water-purification-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-chabtru-puja-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231007T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231007T210000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230726T025507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130044Z UID:40541-1696703400-1696712400@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Gyenze Increase Fire Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, 7th October 2023 for a traditional fire puja based on Dorje Shugden’s increase form. \nDuring this elaborate ceremony\, many traditional substances are offered into the ritual fire. This represents the removal of obstacles and problems through the increasing activities of Gyenze the Wishfulfiller. It is particularly beneficial for the growth of wealth and finances\, for the increase of resources\, and ultimately\, for the increase of merits for spiritual wealth. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 7\, 2023 (Sat)\n6.30 pm – 9.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nIncreases wealth and finances\nAccelerates healing and extends lifespan\nAttracts resources for beneficial projects\nGenerates merits for spiritual wealth\nPacifies obstacles\nPurifies negative karma\nCreates favourable conditions in all aspects of life\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is Gyenze?\nGyenze the Wishfulfiller is Dorje Shugden in a wealth form. He appears as an enlightened Wealth Buddha to help us gain resources through correct means. Gyenze is well-known for removing obstacles to progress\, increasing life span and healing\, and helping people who are seeking inner and outer wealth. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/gyenze-increase-fire-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-Increase-Fire-Puja-Web-Article.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231008T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231008T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230728T152634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130508Z UID:41118-1696759200-1696770000@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Tenshug Long Life Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, 8th October 2023 for a ceremonial long life Tenshug offering to request our lineage lamas to live long and continue their enlightened activities for the benefit of all beings. \nThis highly auspicious ceremony is dedicated: \n\nFor H.E. Tsem Rinpoche’s new incarnation to have long life and manifest great Dharma activities just like in his previous lives.\nFor the long life of H.E. Kensur Rinpoche Lobsang Phende.\nFor the long life of H.E. the 7th Panglung Oracle (Ven. Choji-la).\nFor the long life and good health of all members\, supporters and attendees.\n\nEvent Details\n\nOct 8\, 2023 (Sun)\n10.00 am – 1.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nA Disciple’s Responsbility\nDuring this degenerate age\, lamas of Kensur Rinpoche and Choji-la’s generation\, traditionally trained and pure in practice\, are far and few in between. Their knowledge and attainments are a precious healing resource sorely needed in a world full of anger\, pain and suffering. \nLamas of such high calibre have full control over their birth and passing. They manifest solely for the benefit of sentient beings. When the karmic causes for that benefit begin to wane\, they can choose to enter clear light and take rebirth in a younger\, newer form in order to continue their work under more suitable conditions. \nThus as practitioners and supporters of the lineage\, it is our responsibility to keep creating the causes for these rare beings to remain with us. One such method is by offering a Tenshug Long Life Ceremony. \nA Powerful Offering\nDuring a tenshug\, students make fervent requests to the lama to remain longer with us. In order for a tenshug to be effective\, the lama to whom it is being offered must formally accept the tenshug ritual. Once the lama accepts the tenshug\, he will extend his life in order to continue turning the wheel of Dharma. \nThis particular offering was requested by Tsem Ladrang\, on behalf of all members of Kechara and all disciples and followers of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche. We are fortunate that Kensur Rinpoche and Choji-la have humbly accepted our offering of a Tenshug Long Life Ceremony. \nThis auspicious ritual will be performed by representatives from the main monasteries of our lineage\, including Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phegyeling and Segyu\, and they will be joined by qualified lamas and geshes from around the world. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nExtends lifespan\nAverts life-threatening obstacles\nIncreases the efficacy of medicines and medical treatment\nStrengthens the connection to the guru + lineage lamas\nCreates causes for the lama to remain\nCreates causes for Dharma to grow\nContinuous stream of merits as a result of the lama’s on-going activities\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. To ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nIf you are attending\, you can actively participate in the ceremony by making a personal tenshug offering to H.E. Tsem Chocktrul Rinpoche\, H.E. Kensur Rinpoche and Ven. Choji-la. \nHere are some suggestions of what you can offer based on tradition:  \n\nBody\, speech\, mind representations of healing\, long life or increase e.g. images\, statues\, pendants\, scriptures\, books or stupas relating to Amitayus\, White Tara\, Namgyalma\, Medicine Buddha\, Shize\, Gyenze\, etc.\nBody\, speech\, mind representations based on the lama’s personal practices e.g. images\, statues\, pendants\, scriptures\, books or stupas relating to Lama Tsongkhapa\, Vajrayogini\, Manjushri\, Dorje Shugden\, and many other deities.\nAuspicious items e.g. the Eight Auspicious Signs\, the Seven Royal Emblems\, the Eight Auspicious Substances\, mandalas and other auspicious symbols of abundance and growth such as butter\, rice\, tea\, fruits\, flowers\, jewels\, precious stones\, etc.\nSymbolic representations of Dharma activities e.g. thrones\, seats\, throne brocades\, carpets\, robes\, ceremonial hats\, ritual implements\, offering vessels\, offering items\, etc.\nDirect contributions towards Kensur Rinpoche and Choji-la’s health e.g. medical care\, medicines\, supplements\, healthy foods/beverages\, medical equipment and so on. It is important that these offerings are suitable for their health condition. For this reason\, it is recommended to donate towards items pre-approved by their medical care team.\nOfferings of practice and transformation e.g. taking vows\, committing to a retreat\, going vegetarian\, saving lives\, making a promise to abandon negative habits for a period of time\, etc.\n\nWhat to bring\n\nKhatasMinimum: 3x for Tsem Rinpoche\, Kensur Rinpoche and Choji-la\, or more for other high lamas.\nKuyongMinimum: 3x for Tsem Rinpoche\, Kensur Rinpoche and Choji-la\, or 21x for all Sangha.\nPersonal tenshug offering\n\nOptional but recommended.\nYou will have the opportunity to present your personal offering to Kensur Rinpoche and Choji-la as part of the tenshug puja.\nThis can be a physical item based on the suggestions provided\, or a donation towards Kensur Rinpoche and Choji-la’s medical and healthcare needs.\nIf you wish to make a donation\, bring it with you and offer it during the ceremony. Please write how you wish your donation to be used so we can allocate it correctly.\nPhysical offerings should be presented with a khata OR beautifully decorated to the best of your ability.\nIf you are not able to attend in person\, we can present your offerings on your behalf. Please contact us at wa.me/60103020999 for details.\n\n\n\nYou can also contribute towards the costs of the tenshug ceremony via the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nTogether\, let’s create the oceans of merits needed so we can continue our direct connection with these holy beings. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/tenshug-long-life-ceremony-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-tenshug-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231010T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231010T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230726T030736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T131236Z UID:40549-1696932000-1696939200@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Samayavajra Purification Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, 10th October 2023 for a morning of powerful purification and spiritual renewal. \nKnown as Damtshig Dorje Depa in Tibetan\, Samayavajra’s puja mends spiritual bonds and purifies negative karma arising from broken commitments\, especially those caused by disciples transgressing the relationship with their spiritual teachers. It is particularly effective when coupled with genuine remorse and regret. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 10\, 2023 (Tue)\n10.00 am – 12.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nMends broken commitments and vows\nRepairs broken samaya\nPurifies negative karma arising from transgressions in the relationship with the spiritual teacher\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is Samayavajra?\n Samayavajra is a Tantric Buddha from the mandala of the Guhyasamaja tantra. His name literally means “Indestructible Close Bond” and his practice is one of the most powerful purifications for broken samaya and degenerated commitments\, especially those arising from transgressions created by disciples with their spiritual teachers. This important purification practice is particularly emphasised within the Gelug tradition. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/samayavajra-purification-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-Samayavajra-Purification-Puja-Web-Article.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231010T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231010T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230726T031739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T132411Z UID:40565-1696950000-1696957200@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Guhyasamaja Root Tantra Recitation DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, 10th October 2023 for an auspicious reading of the Guhyasamaja Root Tantra comprising of 17 chapters. \nThe Guhyasamaja Tantra holds a special place in the Gelug tradition as it is one of the three Kingly Tantras recommended by Lama Tsongkhapa. \nLama Tsongkhapa further said that just to read\, study\, or even come into contact with this tantra creates immense benefit\, and as long as Guhyasamaja’s Tantra remains\, all other tantras will remain too. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 10\, 2023 (Tue)\n3.00 pm – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nCreates causes to receive higher practices\nCreates auspicious conditions for the flourishing of all tantras\nPlants seeds of highest enlightenment\nAccumulates great merits\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is Guhyasamaja?\nGuhyasamaja is one of the three Kingly Tantras of the Gelug order as proliferated by Lama Tsongkhapa. His name literally means “Secret Assembly”\, which refers to the practice of gathering and manipulating psychic winds in the body to accomplish awakening of the mind. \nGuhyasamaja is described as the supreme King of all Tantras as comprehension of his tantra allows us to understand the inner workings of all other tantric systems. It is also said that the survival of the tantras in general depends on the continued proliferation and practice of Guhyasamaja’s tantric system. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/guhyasamaja-root-tantra-recitation-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-Guhyasamaja-Root-Tantra-Recitation-Web-Article.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231011T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231011T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230726T155535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130852Z UID:40597-1697018400-1697025600@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Three Deities Obstacle Averting Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, 11th October 2023 for a protective obstacle-repelling puja that calls upon the triple blessings of Dukkar\, Sengdongma and the Heart Sutra. \nKnown as Dug Sher Seng Sum Dogyur in Tibetan\, this powerful ritual pacifies obstacles and reverses inauspiciousness caused by illness\, poverty\, spirit harm\, black magic\, curses and negative dreams. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 11\, 2023 (Wed)\n10.00 am – 12.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nOvercomes unfavorable conditions of illness and poverty\nSubdues negativities and inauspiciousness\nProtects from spirit harm\, black magic and curses\nAverts and resolves legal disputes\nDispels obstacles of the present and future\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is Dukkar?\nDukkar is a female Buddha who grants powerful protection from over 60 classes of spirits. Also known as White Umbrella or Sitatapatra in Sanskrit\, she is very healing and strengthens the body against physical problems. Her practice is highly effective for purifying the karma of being wrongfully accused such as in arguments or legal cases. She is also beneficial for people who travel often or who are exposed to risks and dangers daily. \nWho is Sengdongma?\nSengdongma is the ferocious Lion-Faced Dakini who protects against spirit attacks\, magic and misfortune\, particularly those specifically sent against us. She can also avert natural calamities\, contagious diseases and acts of terror. \nWhat is the Heart Sutra?\nThe Heart Sutra\, or the Perfection of Wisdom Sutra\, is one of the most well known of Buddhist scriptures. Although short\, it is rich in meaning and history as it contains the essential concepts of Buddhist beliefs and philosophies. People who are afflicted by spirit disturbances are sometimes advised to recite the Heart Sutra as it is also very beneficial to the spirits who come looking for help. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/three-deities-obstacle-averting-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-Three-Deities-Obstacle-Averting-Puja-Web-Article.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231011T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231011T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230726T161535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130813Z UID:40609-1697036400-1697043600@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Madhyamaka Recitation Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, 11th October 2023 for an auspicious reading of the Madhyamaka Root Text and create the causes to realise emptiness and achieve ultimate wisdom. \nMadhyamaka is a philosophical system first articulated by the 2nd century Indian Buddhist master Nagarjuna\, and later by other masters such as Chandrakirti\, Shantideva\, Aryadeva and Longchenpa. \nKnown as Uma in Tibetan\, Madhyamaka thought is founded on the doctrine of emptiness or Shunyata\, that all phenomena are empty of inherent nature. \nIn the 15th century\, Lama Tsongkhapa distilled the essence of Nagarjuna’s philosophy and founded a unique lineage through which many rapidly gained special insight. His teachings on Nagarjuna’s view of emptiness were so significant that Dorje Shugden arose as a Dharma Protector principally to assist and safeguard this uncommon lineage. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 11\, 2023 (Wed)\n3.00 pm – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nDispels obstacles of the present and future\nCreates causes to eliminate obscurations and delusions\nCreates causes to realise emptiness\nPlants seeds of ultimate wisdom\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/madhyamaka-recitation-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-madhyamaka-recitation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231012T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231012T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230728T061537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T131305Z UID:40617-1697104800-1697112000@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Lu Dzong Obstacle Clearing Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, 12th October 2023 for a protective ritual to disperse obstacles\, spirit harm and disease. \nKnown as lu dzong in Tibetan\, this puja absorbs and draws problems away from the intended recipient. \nAs part of the ritual\, a lu or figurine is created to represent sponsors\, attendees and sentient beings in general. This figurine is offered to harmful entities\, which appeases these obstacle-creating spirits and smoothens our life path. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 12\, 2023 (Thu)\n10.00 am – 12.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nOvercomes health-related obstacles\nPacifies life-threatening situations\nAverts harm caused by spirits\, black magic and curses\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/lu-dzong-obstacle-clearing-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-lu-dzong-obstacle-clearing-puja.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231012T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231012T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230728T070740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T130748Z UID:40842-1697122800-1697130000@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Alamkara Recitation Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, 12th October 2023 for an auspicious reading of the Alamkara Root Text and create the causes to attain Bodhicitta and Ultimate Wisdom. \nThe Abhisamayalamkara or Ornament of Clear Realisation is a major Buddhist treatise that was transmitted directly from Maitreya Buddha to the Indian pandit Asanga in Tushita Heaven. \nIt is a comprehensive commentary on the hidden meaning of the Prajnaparamita Sutras\, and describes the entire path of the Bodhisattva warrior\, from the generation of bodhicitta to the attainment of perfect omniscience. \nIn the Tibetan tradition\, this sutra is identified as one of the Five Treatises of Maitreya\, and is studied in all Tibetan Buddhist lineages. Within the Gelug school\, it is one of five principal works studied as part of the geshe curriculum. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 12\, 2023 (Thu)\n3.00 pm – 5.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nCreates causes to develop loving kindness\, compassion and ultimately Bodhicitta\nCreates causes to become a Bodhisattva\nCreates causes to realise emptiness\nPlants seeds of ultimate wisdom\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/alamkara-recitation-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-alamkara-recitation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231013T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231013T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230727T161034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T132341Z UID:40849-1697191200-1697202000@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Fulfillment Offering to All Dharma Protectors DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, 13th October 2023 to call upon the blessings of all Dharma Protectors and request their continued assistance to fulfill our spiritual and worldly goals. \nDuring this ritual known as kangwa\, our close bonds with the Protectors are restored through the making of special offerings\, which is when we also request that they continue to protect and guide us. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 13\, 2023 (Fri)\n10.00 am – 1.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nFulfills positive aspirations\nAttracts wealth and material resources\nHeals illness and disease\nDispels spirit disturbances and black magic\nOvercomes outer\, inner and secret obstacles\nAverts negative forces\nProtects from harm and life-threatening situations\nCreates conducive conditions for spiritual practice\n\nFurthermore\, this is one of the pujas recommended by Dorje Shugden to clear huge obstacles\, purify negative karma and generate tremendous merits for the successful search and recognition of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche’s new incarnation. \nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWhat are Dharma Protectors?\n Dharma Protectors are beings – usually emanations of Buddhas or Bodhisattvas – who support our spiritual practice by removing obstacles and difficulties that block our progress. Acting as our divine friend or guardian angel\, they compassionately safeguard our physical and spiritual wellbeing and create favourable circumstances to fulfil our worldly and spiritual goals. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/fulfillment-offering-to-all-dharma-protectors-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-fulfillment-offering-to-all-dharma-protectors.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231014T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231014T123000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230729T065207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T131030Z UID:41107-1697274000-1697286600@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Special Naga Puja DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, 14th October 2023 for a Special Naga Puja for healing\, wellness and peace. \nThis traditional ritual is a combination of four naga-related pujas – Naga Torma Ritual\, Naga Incense Ritual\, Naga Recitation Ritual and 100 Tormas Offering Ritual. It is known to increase health\, wealth\, fame\, merits\, resources\, peace\, prosperity and spiritual growth. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 14\, 2023 (Sat)\n9.00 am – 12.30 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nLutor (naga torma ritual) is a complex ritual during which abundant ritual cakes are offered to the nagas in an elaborate representation of a naga abode. \nLusang (naga incense ritual) involves burning a special mixture of incense\, healing herbs and medicines and offering the fragrant smoke to the nagas. \nLubum and Lui Pangkong (naga recitation rituals) are effective for activating the benefits of naga-related pujas. \nTorma Gyatsa is an extensive 100-torma offering to the Three Jewels including the wealth deities and Dharma protectors\, and to all sentient beings in the six realms. \nThese pujas will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, alongside high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nAppeases nagas that we may have offended\nProtects from harm and disturbances by lower-level nagas\nPleases higher-level nagas and gains their assistance\nHeals illnesses such as cancer\, strokes\, paralysis\, fits\, contagious diseases and skin problems\nAttracts wealth\, fame\, business\, luck and resources\nEnhances fertility and positivity\nBrings good weather\nIncreases peace and harmony in the environment\nPacifies accidents\, obstacles and natural disasters caused by nagas\, particularly for construction and development projects\nGenerates merits to accomplish spiritual practices and realisations\n\nFurthermore\, this is one of the pujas recommended by Dorje Shugden to clear huge obstacles\, purify negative karma and generate tremendous merits for the successful search and recognition of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche’s new incarnation. \nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. You are encouraged to attend this potent puja in person for maximum effectiveness. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nNaga Diet\nPuja attendees should observe a naga diet for a total of three days — one day before the puja\, on puja day itself\, and one day after the puja. This is a strict vegetarian diet\, which means refraining from: \n\nBlack foods (onion\, garlic\, meat\, fish\, eggs\, radishes\, alcohol)\nStrong smelling foods (durians\, etc.)\n\nYou should also observe a high level of personal hygiene on the day of the puja. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWhat are nagas?\nNagas are powerful beings with the ability to control the weather\, increase fertility\, and bring good fortune\, wealth and positivity. However\, they are sensitive and when offended\, they can inflict diseases\, create obstacles and natural disasters. In particular\, many cancers\, skin-related conditions and family problems arise due to us knowingly or unknowingly offending a naga. \nHence it is wise to participate in naga pujas whenever the opportunity arises to please and appease the nagas. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/special-naga-puja-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Pujas & Prayers,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-special-naga-puja.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231015T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231015T123000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230727T162753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T123325Z UID:40860-1697364000-1697373000@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:H.H. Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche’s Birthday Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, 15th October 2023 for an auspicious day of celebration and thanksgiving dedicated to the good health and long life of His Holiness Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche\, and the continued growth of his ocean of enlightened deeds. \nThis most meritorious birthday celebration will be marked with a Lama Chopa Tsog\, followed by an offering of birthday cake to celebrate the 41 years since Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche compassionately took rebirth in this incarnation for the benefit of sentient beings. \nIt is also the culmination of the 49-day programme commemorating the 4th Parinirvana Anniversary of His Eminence the 25th Tsem Rinpoche. \nEvent Details\n\nOct 15\, 2023 (Sun)\n10.00 am – 12.30 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nThe puja will be conducted by visiting Sangha from Shar Gaden\, Serpom\, Phelgyeling and Segyu monasteries\, and led by His Eminence Kensur Rinpoche Jetsun Lobsang Phende and other high lamas and esteemed geshes. \nBenefits for sponsors and attendees\n\nCreates the causes for all gurus to live long and remain with us\nCreates a closer relationship with our spiritual guide\nReceives the blessings of the lineage lamas\nGenerates great merits for spiritual growth and attainments\n\nHow to join\nAdmission to the puja is free and everyone is welcome. You are encouraged to attend this puja in person for tremendous auspiciousness. \nTo ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here. \nHow to contribute\nWe seek your kind sponsorship to cover the costs of this and other pujas held in conjunction with Tsem Rinpoche’s 4th Parinirvana Anniversary. \n\nOrdinary sponsor: RM30\nSpecial sponsor: RM150\nBronze sponsor: RM300\nSilver sponsor: RM750\nGold sponsor: RM1\,500\nDiamond sponsor: RM3\,000\nGrand sponsor: RM5\,000\n\nMost pujas will be performed in Kechara Forest Retreat from late August to mid-October 2023. Your donation will help us with the cost of: \n\nPuja offerings\nRitual substances\nFood and travel for visiting Sangha\nTemple upkeep and overheads\n\nDonate online to the Tsem Rinpoche Parinirvana Anniversary Fund at VajraSecrets.com or WhatsApp us at wa.me/60103020999. Any amount is welcome and deeply appreciated. \nIf you are attending in person\, you can offer kuyong (a token monetary offering) to the Sangha who will be conducting the puja. \nWho is H.H. Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche?\nHis Holiness Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche is the supreme reincarnation of His Holiness Kyabje Yongdzin Trijang Dorje Chang\, who was the junior tutor to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. Born in Dalhousie\, North India\, Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche currently resides in Vermont\, USA. In 2004\, he established the Trijang Buddhist Institute to promote Tibetan Buddhism in general and Je Tsongkhapa’s tradition in particular. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/hh-kyabje-trijang-chocktrul-rinpoches-birthday-celebration-2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRPA2023-kec-trijang-chocktrul-rinpoche-birthday.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231028T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231029T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20230103T120659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T123520Z UID:35481-1698478200-1698602400@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Inner Peace Retreat DESCRIPTION:2D1N getaway to peace and balance\nThe Inner Peace Retreat is a meditation and wellness programme packed with insights into how to live well by reducing your stress levels through meditative practices. Unwind and relax through meditation and contemplation exercises guided by experienced facilitators in beautiful and tranquil surroundings. \nThe programme includes: \n\nDawn meditation\nSitting meditation\nWalking meditation\nGrounding exercises\nFully catered with wholesome vegetarian meals and comfortable accommodation in the forest\n\nA post-programme support group is available to help you internalise your experiences so that you can integrate meditation and mindfulness into your daily lifestyle. \nEvent Details\n\n28 – 29 October 2023 (Saturday – Sunday)\nKechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong\n\n \n MORE INFO + BOOKING URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/innerpeaceretreat-oct2023/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Mind & Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/kec3.0-ipr-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231103T103000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kuala_Lumpur:20231103T133000 DTSTAMP:20260604T233521 CREATED:20231027T145915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T131106Z UID:42741-1699007400-1699018200@www.kechara.com SUMMARY:Dorje Shugden Kangso Oral Transmission (Session 1) DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday and Saturday\, 3rd and 4th November 2023 for the oral transmission of the extensive Dorje Shugden Kangso (Fulfilment Ritual) + the Setrap & Kache Marpo kangso too. \nThis oral transmission was formally requested by Tsem Ladrang (the private office of His Eminence Tsem Rinpoche) and will be given by His Eminence Kensur Rinpoche Jetsun Lobsang Phende\, the esteemed abbot emeritus of Shar Gaden Monastery. \nEvent Details\n\nSession 1 – Nov 3\, 2023 (Fri)\n\nDorje Shugden kangso oral transmission (Part 1)\n\n\nSession 2 – Nov 4\, 2023 (Sat)\n\nDorje Shugden kangso oral transmission (Part 2)\nSetrap kangso oral transmission\nKache Marpo kangso oral transmission\n\n\n10.30 am – 1.30 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\nFree. RSVP here as seating is limited.\n\nDue to the length of the text being transmitted\, the oral transmission will be conducted in two sessions. You must attend both sessions to receive the complete oral transmission. \nBenefits\nIn the Tibetan Buddhist tradition\, most serious practitioners request oral transmissions of the texts they are studying or practising. An oral transmission plants the blessings of the text being transmitted in the mindstreams of the people in attendance. These blessings empower our spiritual practice so that it eventually fruitions into realisations and attainments. \nDuring the transmission\, the lama recites aloud the text being transmitted. The lama himself must have received the oral transmission faultlessly from his teacher\, who received it from his teacher\, going back in an unbroken lineage to Buddha or the original source of the text. On the part of the attendees\, we must listen to the words of the transmission with full attention\, coupled with the motivation to benefit others. \nIn this manner\, we receive the blessings of the lineage without which we would not be able to reap the results of our practice to their full extent. \nHow to join\nAdmission is free and everyone is welcome. To ensure we have enough seating for all guests\, please RSVP your attendance here.  \nYou must be present for both sessions and remain in the hall throughout the entire ceremony. If you leave the hall while the oral transmission is in progress\, it means that you did not receive the transmission. \nPrerequisites and commitments\nThere are no pre-requisites to receive this oral transmission. Anyone can attend and admission is free. Kensur Rinpoche has requested attendees not to offer khatas or kuyong (monetary offering) for the transmission. \nThere are no commitments after you receive the oral transmission. However\, we encourage you to start on Dorje Shugden’s practice if you haven’t begun yet. And if you are already engaging in Dorje Shugden’s practice\, we encourage you to attend the monthly Dorje Shugden Wishfulfilling Puja which is held in Kechara Forest Retreat on the first Friday of every month. \nAbout H.E. Kensur Rinpoche Lobsang Phende\n His Eminence Kensur Rinpoche Lobsang Phende studied at the feet of some of the greatest lineage masters of our tradition — H.H. Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche\, H.H. Kyabje Zong Rinpoche and H.E. Kyabje Zemey Rinpoche. He was the lead chanter (umze) of Gaden Shartse Monastery and later became the courageous first abbot of Shar Gaden Monastery.\nAfter retiring from this esteemed position\, Kensur Rinpoche has visited Kechara on multiple occasions\, the first being in 2017 at the request of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche. URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/dorje-shugden-kangso-oral-transmission-2023-session-1/ LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kechara.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/TRPA2023-DS-Kangso-Oral-Transmission.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR