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SUMMARY:Inner Peace Retreat
DESCRIPTION:2D1N getaway to peace and balance\nThe Inner Peace Retreat is a wellness programme packed with insights into how to live well by reducing your stress levels through meditative practices. Relax your mind and gain clarity through meditation and contemplation exercises guided by experienced facilitators in the beautiful and tranquil Malaysian forest. \nThe programme includes: \n\nDawn meditation\nSitting meditation\nWalking meditation\nGrounding exercises\nImpermanence + gratitude meditations to spark fulfilling life changes\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\n21 – 22 November 2026 (Sat – Sun)\nKechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong\n\n\nMORE INFO + BOOKING
URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/innerpeaceretreat-nov2026/
LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Mind & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Tsongkhapa Retreat
DESCRIPTION:3D2N mantra retreat for wisdom\, blessings & purification\nThe Tsongkhapa retreat is based on the Guru Yoga of Lama Tsongkhapa and focuses on the recitation of his sacred Migtsema mantra. It includes meditative practices to invoke Lama Tsongkhapa’s enlightened qualities to accumulate a tremendous amount of merits and purify vast amounts of negative karma. \nH.E. Tsem Rinpoche shared this advice for everyone: \n\nDo Tsongkhapa retreat at least once a year to increase your wisdom (seven types of wisdoms)\, purify your karma and all kinds of negative thoughts and obstacles. Thoughts like ‘I don’t wanna do Dharma. I can’t do Dharma work. I feel lazy. I cannot make it.’ It will all go away\nThus\, this retreat is extremely effective for anyone who wants to purify obstacles\, focus on deeper practice\, and make progress on their spiritual journey. \nTsongkhapa retreat helps us increase our wisdom so we can gain deeper insights into the Dharma we have learnt\, thereby transforming our minds. We will also lessen our anger\, depression and overcome various inner and outer obstacles that obstruct our spiritual journey and daily lives. By engaging in this retreat\, we are also fulfilling Rinpoche’s instructions\, thereby creating the causes for us to reconnect with Rinpoche’s incarnation and for the Dharma to flourish in Kechara Forest Retreat. \nLed by our experienced Buddhist pastors\, this 3D2N Tsongkhapa Retreat is suitable for all who are new to mantra retreats as well as experienced retreatants who may be too busy to prepare all the necessary offerings and materials. \n\nLama Tsongkhapa retreats every three months consistently will heal the mind of pain and emotional scars. One should engage in retreats always.– Tsem Rinpoche –\nEvent Details\n\n27 – 29 November 2026 (Fri – Sun)\nKechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong\nRegistration closes Tuesday 24 November\, 2026.\n\n\nMORE INFO + BOOKING
URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/tsongkhapa-retreat/
LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Buddhist Retreats
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SUMMARY:Tsongkhapa Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Light the light of wisdom with candle offerings to the Second Buddha\nTsongkhapa Day or Ganden Ngamchoe commemorates the Enlightenment and parinirvana of Lama Tsongkhapa\, the 14th century Buddhist scholar and saint who founded the Gelugpa school of Tibetan Buddhism. Also known as the Butter Lamp Festival\, it falls on the 25th day of the 10th Tibetan month. \nAs merits accumulated on this auspicious day are multiplied 100\,000 times\, devotees typically make extensive offerings and engage in Guru puja practices. Furthermore\, gathering in prayer together strengthens the quality of our spiritual practice and brings us the blessings of the lineage masters to remain steadfast on the path to Enlightenment. \nCelebrate Tsongkhapa Day on December 3 (Thu) with a traditional Lama Chopa Tsog puja in Kechara Forest Retreat\, complete with ritual music and sacred melodies. \nEvent Details\n\nDecember 3\, 2026 (Thu)\n8.00 pm – 10.00 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat + Livestream\n\n		Event programme and offering packages will be announced at a later date. \n		\n	\n		\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n\n\n		\n				\n										\n							\n						\n				\n\n\n	\n\n		 \nProgramme\n\n11.00 am Pastor vows renewal ceremony\n4.00 pm Lama Chopa Tsog puja\n5.30 pm Candle lighting ceremony\n6.00 pm Goodbye\n\n		On this auspicious day\, our sangha and pastors will be renewing their pastorship vows. You’re welcome to witness the vow renewal ceremony which will be held in Wisdom Hall\, Kechara Forest Retreat at 11.00 am.		 \nWho is Lama Tsongkhapa?\nLama Tsongkhapa (1357-1419)\, the patron saint of the Gelug lineage\, is widely known for his scholarly prowess\, unwavering guru devotion and great deeds. These include the founding of the Three Pillars of the Gelugpa tradition — Gaden\, Sera and Drepung Monasteries\, establishing the Great Prayer Festival (Monlam Chenmo) in 1409\, and composing the Lamrim Chenmo — The Great Exposition of the Stages of the Path. \nKnown as the Second Buddha of our fortunate time\, this great saint led a life of the highest ethics\, held his vows perfectly and was instrumental in the revival of Buddha’s teachings that were deteriorating during that period of time. \nAt the age of 63\, Lama Tsongkhapa entered into Samadhi meditation\, made extensive inner offerings and then stopped his breath. Many witnessed his body transform to that of a 16-year-old\, with rainbow lights emitting from it. These signs are all hallmarks of an extraordinary being’s parinirvana. \n\n										The stunning Lama Tsongkhapa shrine at Kechara Forest Retreat\nTsongkhapa Day Offerings\nMake abundant light offerings to the holy statue of Lama Tsongkhapa in ‘long life form’ at Kechara Forest Retreat. Our Tsongkhapa Day offering packages also include light offerings to Tsem Rinpoche’s Relic Stupa to receive the potent blessings of the lineage masters. \nClarity Light Offering | RM99\n\n7 candles to Lama Tsongkhapa\n3 candles to Tsem Rinpoche’s Relic Stupa\n\nWHATSAPP US\n   OR   \nOFFER ONLINE \nCompassion Light Offering | RM180\n\n9 candles to Lama Tsongkhapa\n9 candles to Tsem Rinpoche’s Relic Stupa\nSmoke offering to Lama Tsongkhapa\n\nWHATSAPP US\n   OR   \nOFFER ONLINE \nWisdom Light Offering | RM300\n\n18 candles to Lama Tsongkhapa\n10 candles to Tsem Rinpoche’s Relic Stupa\nSmoke offering to Lama Tsongkhapa\nPuja dedication card\n\nWHATSAPP US\n   OR   \nOFFER ONLINE \nTsongkhapa Day Puja Sponsorship | RM108\n\nLama Chopa Tsog puja\nTsog offerings\nPuja dedication card\n\nWHATSAPP US\n   OR   \nOFFER ONLINE \nA La Carte Offerings\n\nCandle offering RM10\n1-ft incense RM10\nAnimal liberation RM30\nTsog offering RM30\nSmoke offering RM30\n1-ft dragon incense (set of 3) RM38\n2.5-ft dragon incense (set of 3) RM88\nPuja contribution Any amount\n\nWHATSAPP US\n   OR   \nOFFER ONLINE\n		To learn more about our Tsongkhapa Day offering service and to pre-order your package\, WhatsApp wa.me/60103020999 or visit services.kechara.com.		 \nOrders close Dec 14\, 2025 (Sun) 4.30 pm (GMT +8). \nOfferings and pujas will be performed on your behalf on Tsongkhapa Day. \nIf you’re a Kechara Member or Kechara Friend\, you can collect Reward Points for your Tsongkhapa Day offerings. \nimg gallery
URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/tsongkhapaday-2026/
LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Dorje Shugden Wishfulfilling Puja
DESCRIPTION:Get your wishes fulfilled\nJoin us for a blessed Dorje Shugden Fulfilment Ritual (kangso) accompanied by ritual music and traditional Tibetan melodies. This powerful wish-fulfilling puja attracts wealth and good luck\, protects from harm and negative beings\, supports spiritual growth\, and creates positive conditions for a fulfilling and happy life. \nEvent Details\n\n4 December 2026 (Fri)\n8.00 pm – 10.30 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong + FB livestream\n\nPuja contributions can be made at services.kechara.com\, and merits will be dedicated on your behalf. \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 special Dharma Protector who quickly fulfils wishes and sincere prayers. He brings healing\, harmony and peace; protects from harm and obstacles; and attracts opportunities for success and growth. \nHe is often regarded as a ‘World Peace Protector’\, and his practice is swiftly growing in popularity around the world. Anyone can call upon him for aid and blessings by chanting his mantra OM BENZA WIKI BITANA SOHA.
URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/dorjeshugenpuja-dec2026/
LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Online Programmes,Pujas & Prayers
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SUMMARY:HEAL with Pets
DESCRIPTION:Spend a morning with your furkid enjoying a meditation session together — a pawsitively peaceful experience where you and your furry bestie can slow down\, breathe\, and connect through the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism in nature’s embrace. \nWhether you’re a seasoned meditator or totally new\, this is a beautiful way to bond with your doggo while exploring inner peace. \nEvent Details\n\n5 December 2026 (Sat)\n9.30 am – 1.30 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong\nPlease RSVP here (minimum donation applies)\n\nProgramme\n\n9.00 am Registration opens\n9.30 am Session 1\n10.45 am Break\n11.15 am Session 2\n12.15 pm Lunch\n1.30 pm End\n\nWhy meditate with dogs?\nIt’s pawsome for hoomans. \n\nDe-stress in the tranquil natural forest\nLearn simple Tibetan Buddhist techniques for calm & clarity\nDeepen your connection with your beloved pet\n\nIt’s pawsome for doggos too! \n\nEnjoy mindful moments & gentle interactions\nFeel your hooman’s peaceful energy = happy tail wags\nMeet new furriends in a calm\, loving space\n\nProgramme includes: \n\nBreathing meditation\, mantra meditation & healing meditation\nQ&A on spiritual pet care\nYummy vegetarian lunch (for pawrents only)\n\nWho can join?\n\nSmall doggos (under 10kg).\nEvery doggo must be accompanied by a dedicated pawrent.\nMaximum 2 pawrents per doggo.\nAll pawticipants must follow the Pet & Pawrent Guidelines.\n\nWhat to Bring?\n\nYoga mat or sitting mat (for you and your doggo)\nPet carrier/bag\nLeash\nPet snacks\, water & water bowl\nPawrents may also wish to bring along a hat\, sunglasses\, sunscreen & mosquito repellant to stay comfortable outdoors.\n\nInterested? WhatsApp wa.me/60103020999 to RSVP your place (and lunch!). \nPet & Pawrent Guidelines for a Pawsitive Experience\n🐾 Small Paws Only\, Please! \n\nTo keep things comfy and safe for everyone\, only small dogs under 10kg are allowed.\nWe kindly ask that all pets arrive in a carrier and wear a diaper at all times for hygiene purposes. Accidents do happen no matter how well-trained your pet is\, and an accident during a meditation session will disturb other participants.\nTo ensure a smooth experience\, we follow a one pet per owner policy\, with a maximum of two owners per pet.\n\n🐾 Creating a Calm Space for All \n\nTo help everyone fully enjoy the meditation experience\, please ensure your pet is comfortable around both humans and other pets.\nIt’s helpful if they can follow basic commands like sit\, stay and no.\n\n🐾 Bring Your Mat & Leash Up the Vibes \n\nBring your own yoga or sitting mat (for you and your pet). Mats will not be provided.\nOnce you’re settled in\, your pet is welcome to come out of the carrier\, but keep them on a leash and on your mat for everyone’s comfort and safety. Otherwise they may wander off without you realising (especially since your eyes will be closed during the meditation session!)\n\n🐾 Support the Temple \n\nWe request a contribution of RM80 per person / RM150 for two people\n(this includes a delicious vegetarian lunch for pawrents to keep those tummies happy!)\n\n🐾 Good Food\, Good Mood \n\nYou’re welcome to bring snacks\, water and water bowls for your pet.\nWe also provide water and bowls for your convenience.\nOutside food for humans is not allowed.\n\n🐾 Healthy Woofs\, Happy Hoomans \n\nFor the well-being of all furriends\, we recommend that your pet is up-to-date on vaccinations and is on a regular flea and tick prevention plan.\n\n🐾 Potty Breaks with Courtesy \n\nPlease guide your furkid to use the designated pet toilet areas\, and remember to clean up after them.\nWaste bins are provided to make it easy for you to dispose of any mess responsibly.\n\n🐾 Pet-Friendly Zones \n\nFor hygiene reasons\, only our outdoor areas are pet-friendly. We appreciate your understanding!\n\n🐾 Stay Close\, Stay Safe \n\nYour pet should be leashed (unless in the designated off-leash area) and always accompanied by their human. It helps ensure everyone stays safe and happy.\n\n🐾 Gentle Reminders from Our Pet Marshalls \n\nTo keep the space welcoming and clean for all\, our pet marshalls may step in to ensure rules are followed.\nIf necessary\, a gentle penalty may apply\, with all proceeds going to support animal welfare initiatives:\n\nPenalties range between RM10 – RM50\nIn rare cases\, we may need to ask a pet and their owner to leave the premises\n\n\n\nLet’s all work together to create a peaceful\, furbulous environment where everyone can relax\, connect\, and enjoy. Thank you for your cooperation and care! \nLunch is included as part of the programme. Guests are requested to contribute towards the costs of food & programme materials. See all terms of participation. \nThis event is part of HEAL: Body Mind Spirit — a monthly programme based on the principles of Tibetan holistic wellness. Each month features different activities including holistic healing therapies\, meaningful community work to purify the body\, and basic Buddhist philosophy to develop a positive mind and spirit.
URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/healbodymindspirit-dec2026/
LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Mind & Wellness,Pet Friendly
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SUMMARY:Merit Accumulation Puja
DESCRIPTION:Blessings of the gurus\, deities & protectors\nJoin us for a special Merit Accumulation Puja to request the blessings of our spiritual guide — His Eminence the 25th Tsem Rinpoche — for spiritual success and increase of our good qualities. \nThe puja comprises of the guru yogas of Lama Tsongkhapa and Tsem Rinpoche\, ‘A Concert of Names of Manjushri’\, ‘Praise to the 21 Taras’\, and ‘16 Arhats Prayer’\, followed by a concise Dorje Shugden prayer. \nThis special practice also generates great merits for the long-life\, good health and manifestation of activities of Rinpoche’s unmistaken incarnation — H.E. Tsem Chocktrul Rinpoche. \nEvent Details\n\n10 December 2026 (Thu)\n8.00 pm – 9.30 pm\nKechara Forest Retreat\, Bentong + FB livestream (in Tibetan)\nKechara House\, Petaling Jaya (in English)\n\nPuja contributions can be made at services.kechara.com\, and merits will be dedicated on your behalf. \nBenefits\n\nBlessings of the root and lineage gurus\nMental clarity\, focus and wisdom\nSwift assistance to fulfil positive aspirations\nPurification of negative karma and obstacles\nConducive conditions for Dharma practice\nSpiritual realisations and merits
URL:https://www.kechara.com/event/meritaccumulationpuja-dec2026/
LOCATION:Kechara Forest Retreat\, Lot 3189 Jalan Chamang\, Bentong\, Pahang\, 28700\, Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Online Programmes,Pujas & Prayers
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