At this traumatic time, Rabjam Rinpoche recently advised our Shechen older monks and staff to pay special attention to our 140 little monks, 45 of whom just entered the monastery. Some children are under 8 years old and are worried about the fate of their families and villages that are far way. Luckily the little […]
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Statement from Dilgo Khyentse Yangsi Rinpoche
May 4th, 2015 | by Sonia Gomes | published in NEWS
“On this the Tibetan 15th day, the full moon, the Buddha descended from the heavens into the world. On this day, may we all make prayers for those who have lost their lives. May the blessings of the great Buddha bathe the people of Nepal with healing and hope at these difficult times. I especially […]
Update on How to Fund Shechen Nepal Earthquake Relief
May 3rd, 2015 | by Vivian Kurz | published in NEWS
There have been numerous articles and reports on the Internet about sending funds to help the victims of the Nepal earthquake. Please be assured that any donations made through the Shechen website via Paypal, credit card, wire or bank transfer are completely safe and will be used only for earthquake relief. Previous postings suggested that […]
Earthquake in Nepal
May 3rd, 2015 | by Sonia Gomes | published in NEWS
In response to many messages of concern from our friends, we would like to reassure you that the recent earthquake, which has so tragically caused the deaths of thousands across the country, left no casualties or injuries within Shechen Tennyi Dargyeling or the retreat center at Namo Buddha.
Annual Sacred Dance (Cham) in Nepal
April 5th, 2015 | by Sonia Gomes | published in NEWS
This year annual “festival of the Tenth Day” Sacred Lama Dances were performed in the courtyard of Shechen Monastery, Nepal.
Update on Ratnalingpa Enpowerments in Nepal
April 4th, 2015 | by Vivian Kurz | published in NEWS
Please note that if you are planning to attend the empowerments it is necessary to first register at the Monastery Office.
Ka’ma Tsal Cham Performed at Shechen Monastery
March 27th, 2015 | by Sonia Gomes | published in NEWS
Ka’ma Tsal Cham was performed during the Tsokchen Duepa Drupchen 2015 .
Ratna Lingpa Transmission in Shechen, Nepal
March 10th, 2015 | by Sonia Gomes | published in NEWS
Yangtang Rinpoche will bestow the transmission of Terchen Ratna Lingpa’s Termas at Shechen Monastery in Nepal.
Dorsem Drupchen Concludes, Tsokchen Dupa Begins
March 10th, 2015 | by Sonia Gomes | published in NEWS
The Dorje Sempa drupchen at Shechen Monastery in Nepal concluded on Saturday.
Calendar for Spring Events
March 5th, 2015 | by Vivian Kurz | published in NEWS
Information on the remaining events and ceremonies for Spring at Shechen, Nepal.