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- 2012-01-30: New Land in Kalimpong
- 2012-03: Teachings in KIBI
- Summertour 2012 - Program
- 2012-05: Karmapa in Taiwan
- 2012-05: Karmapa in Malaysia
- 2012-05: Karmapa in Singapore
- 2012-06: Karmapa in Philippines
- 2012-06: Karmapa in Spain
- 2012-06-20: Article, The Wealth of Europe
- 2012-06: Karmapa in Lithuania
- 2012-06: Karmapa in Latvia
- 2012-06: Karmapa in Hungary
- 2012-07-07: Article, Five steps to a wealthier life
- 2012-07: Karmapa in United Kingdom
- 2012-07: Karmapa in Germany
- 2012-07-25: Article, Pain, Gain and the Race of Life
- 2012-07: Karmapa in France (part 1)
- 2012-07: Karmapa in Germany (part 2)
- 2012-08: Karmapa in France (part 2)
- 2012-09-15: Article, Learning From Lehman
- 2012-10: Translator Course in KIBI
- 2012-11: Meditation Course in KIBI
- 2012-12: Kagyu Monlam
- 2012-12-27 to 31: Hong Kong
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The Life of the Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje in 2012
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Between December 27 and 31, 2012, His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje, as well as Kunzig Shamar Rinpoche, were invited to Hong Kong for a very special private event: the wedding ceremony of Mr Jason Fung and his bride Loretta. The couple and their families had wished for both the black-hat and the red-hat emanations of the Karmapa (also known as shamarnag) to be present for this grand day in their lives.
Program for Kagyu Monlam 2012
We are pleased to announce that the programme for this year’s Kagyu Monlam, which will take place between December 14 and 20, has been finalized.
Dec 14 | 7am to 11am - prayers | 1pm to 5pm - prayers |
Dec 15 | 7am to 11am - prayers | 1pm to 5pm - teaching by His Holiness Karmapa |
Dec 16 | 7am to 11am - prayers | 1pm to 5pm - prayers |
Dec 17 | 7am to 11am - prayers | 1pm to 5pm - teaching by His Holiness Karmapa |
Dec 18 | 7am to 11am - prayers | 1pm to 3pm - teaching by His Holiness, 3.30 puja for the deceased |
Dec 19 | 7am to 11am - prayers | 1pm to 5pm empowerment by His Holiness Karmapa |
Dec 20 | 7am to 11am - prayers | 1pm to 5pm tsok puja and closing ceremony |
During his teaching sessions His Holiness Karmapa will comment on the great bodhisattva Samantabhadra’s aspiration prayer for excellent conduct, which is the main prayer accumulated during the Kagyu Monlam. Making such aspirations in the sacred place of Bodhgaya where the historical Buddha Shakyamuni attained enlightenment, in the presence of realised bodhisattvas, accumulates immense merit and helps to pacify both natural and man-made disasters and obstacles. It benefits not only the practitioners taking part in the Monlam but all those connected to them, and ultimately all sentient beings.
2012-12-11: Condolence Letter from Gyalwa Karmapa for Philippines tragedy.
In november 2012 took place Shamata Meditation course in Karmapa International Buddhist Institute under patronage of His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa.
2012-11-11: His Holness Gyalwa Karmapa on Ninth Buddhist Conference in Gujarat, India
As an Honour Guest, His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa was invited by the Indian Buddhist Congress and Friends in Dhamma to the Ninth Buddhist Conference in Gujarat, India.
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8th of november in Karmapa International Buddhist Institute His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa inaugurated Shine Meditation Course.
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In october 2012 in Karmapa International Buddhist Institute took place Translator Course. His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa honoured with His presence opening and closing ceremony of the course.
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2012-09-27: New website of Karmapa International Buddhist Society
Visit new website of Karmapa International Buddhist Society.
There are news regarding events in Karmapa International Buddhist Institute (KIBI) in New Delhi as well as KIBS projects.
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www.kibsociety.org
2012-09-24 Announcement: Birthday letter for Shamar Rinpoche
Saturday 15 September marks four years since the fall of the Lehman brothers, the beginning of the economic crisis. Seeing and experiencing how the economic system has caused pain and sorrow for many people around the world, we cannot forget, however, that it was once intended for something good and to benefit everybody. With the economy as well as our day-to-day lives, we have to remember to combine the qualities of compassion and wisdom with everything we do.
Follow His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje on SpeakingTree - first spiritual networking site developed by The Times of India.
His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa is visiting Taiwan, SE-Asia and Europe from May to August 2012
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Europe:
August 15th to August 26th His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa visited France. His Holiness gave teachings, empowerment of Chenresig in Shagpo Kagyu Ling. On 20th of August His Holiness visited Dhagpo Dedrol Ling and than went to Dhagpo Kundreul Ling in Le Bost.
August 7th to August 12th His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa visited Diamond Way Buddhism Europe Center in Germany. His Holiness gave Guru Yoga teachings, leaded 12 hours Guru Yoga meditation to more than 4000 people as well as gave empowerments of Rejungpa and Marpa to more that 5000 people.
July 26th to August 5th His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa visited France. His Holiness gave teachings and empowerment in Institut Karmapa, Velderoure. On July 27th in Cannes Gyalwa Karmapa gave public lecture, met with representatives from different religions, a group called "Live Together" as well as with Youth (people under 30). Next part of a program took place in Montchardon, His Holiness continued with teaching "Bodhisattva way of life". Course in Montchardon finished with Vajrapani, Hayagriva and Garuda empowerment. On 2nd August His Holiness gave public lecture at Hilton Hotel in Lyon.
July 20th to July 22nd His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa visited Bodhi Path Center in Renchen Ulm, Germany. During the visit His Holiness started a cycle of teachings on a topic of "The Path of the Bodhisattvas" as well as gave Chenrezig empowerment to around 1300 people.
Gyalwa Karmapa publishes article in Huffington Post in a topic: Pain, Gain and the Race of Life
This summer, the world is looking towards London to celebrate its athletes. For them, the saying 'no pain, no gain' is part of their path to excellence. For the rest of us, we might be left wondering whether all this pain is necessary. Wouldn't life be much easier if we only had gain?
Nobody wants pain and crises, but in life, it is inevitable that we will go through such experiences. They are a general part of life - there is no life without pain. In fact, from a Buddhist perspective there is a lot of truth in the saying 'no pain, no gain', though maybe not exactly in terms of how it is usually understood.
Click here to read an article on huffingtonpost.co.uk
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited United Kingdom.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited Hungary fourth time.
His Holiness Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje publishes articles in Huffington Post regarding The Wealth of Europe.
We all want to lead healthy and prosperous lives. The news headlines in the UK and around the world, however, are firmly focused on the activities of banks and bankers and the weakness of our global economy. They paint a picture of wealth and prosperity defined by possessions and materialism alone. How do we lead wealthier lives, in ways that don't just involve accumulating money?
From the Buddhist point of view the root causes for the current crisis are certain human faults - in particular greed - and therefore I believe that the solution to the challenges we are facing today equally lies within the mind, or the consciousness of each individual.
The financial crisis in Europe, and the suffering caused by it, is something that has increasingly drawn my attention. The population of young people - my own age group - is particularly affected by it. I believe that in Spain, where I begin my third European tour this week, more than half of young people are unemployed. Therefore, I believe that questions such as "what is wealth?' and "what makes us wealthy?" are more relevant today than ever before.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited Latvia for the first time.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited Lithuania for the first time.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited Spain.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited Philippines.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited Singapore.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited Malaysia.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa visited Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohshung, and Hua Lien.
Thousands of people attended the program, many VIPs came to meet with Gyalwa Karmapa or invited H.H. to visit their residences.
K.I.B.S. - The Karmapa International Buddhist Society
The Karmapa International Buddhist Society is a newly founded charitable society by H.H. the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, who envisions to develop his activities in keeping with modern times.
The main reason for founding this new society is to systematize the religious training centers, educational institutes and charity works under his supervision.
The aim is that of establishing an aware, responsible and developed society based upon equality, fraternity and social justice, ensuring sustainable and holistic development with an emphasis on human rights and a culture of social service through creating synergy and building strategic partnership with the Government, NGOs (Non Government Organisations), SHGs (Self Help Groups), CBO (Community Based Organisations), and various national and international organizations.
Announcement: Translator Course and Meditation Course in K.I.B.I.
KIBI Translator Course
7th October - 5th November 2012
The motto of this translator course is: "Thus have I heard". The line completes the qualities that every translator and interpreter needs.
The Translator Course is designed for both Tibetan interpreters and translators who would like to further improve their skills, as well as for students who wish to become a Tibetan Buddhist translator, teacher or to be self-reliant in understanding Tibetan Language and Script.
The course also o ers Tibetan Language classes for beginners.
Keeping in mind the importance of meditation, KIBI has arranged a Shiney Meditation Course for its solid beginning:
KIBI Meditation Course
8th November - 7th December 2012
The course is designed for all students who are interested in practicing meditation.
New video clips on our Youtube channel
Video clips with Greek subtitles now: Kagyu Monlam 2011
A teaching by H.H. 17th Gyalwa Karmapa about compassion
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa is guiding a meditation in K.I.B.I
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa is teaching about meditation in K.I.B.I
March 22, 2012: Condolence Letter from H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa
Dear Friends,
Recently, there was a massive earthquake in Mexico that has undoubtedly changed the lives of many people in numerous ways.
I pray that all of those affected by this disaster and its subsequent repercussions find solace and serenity in these trying times.
As Buddhists, we can do well to offer the merits of our practice to all victims who have suffered from this tragedy, in particular the practice of the six-syllable mantra of Chenrezig.
With this in mind, I encourage everyone to join me in dedicating our prayers and aspirations to the people of Mexico.
My best wishes and prayers,
Karmapa
March 11, 2012: Presentation of the new Karmapa International Buddhist Society at K.I.B.I.
In the presence of H.H. the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje, Prof. Sempa Dorje, special guests and visitors from all over the world Khenpo Mirti presented the new Karmapa International Buddhist Society (K.I.B.S) at the Karmapa International Buddhist Institute.
The K.I.B.S. is a newly founded charitable society by H.H. the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, who envisions to develop his activities in keeping with modern times.
The main reason for founding this new society is to systematize the religious training centers, educational institutes and charity works under his supervision.
March 10 to 15, 2012: Teachings and empowerments by His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa at KIBI
Once again, the end of this year's KIBI course was marked by a very special event: six days of teachings and empowerments by His Holiness, the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje.
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March 10 and 11: Teachings of H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa
March 11: Presentation of the new Karmapa International Buddhist Society, K.I.B.S
March 11: Presentation of new book written by Prof. Sempa Dorje
March 12: Karmapakshi empowerment by H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa
March 13: Reading transmissions (Lungs) by H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa
March 14: Group pictures, KIBI-graduation ceremony, teachings by H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa
March 14-15: Audiences with H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa
March 15: White Tara empowerment, dinner in KIBI-garden
2012-01-30: H.H. The 17th Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje visits his newly purchased land in Kalimpong, West Bengal, India
On January 30, 2012, His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Trinley Thaye Dorje, visited his newly purchased land in Kalimpong for the first time. This land has been donated to him by students from Europe.
Education is one of the main focuses of His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, with this motivation, the new land is intended to become a new education centre with school facilities where students will be instructed in the timeless values and wisdom of the Buddha Dharma, while maintaining the standard requirements of a modern education.
Dharma Teaching in January 2012 by Gyalwa Karmapa at K.I.B.I.
H.H 17th Gyalwa Karmapa Trinley Thaye Dorje gives Dharma teachings in the Karmapa International Buddhist Institute, New Delhi.
Please be informed that although these teachings are primarily intended for K.I.B.I's residents, the general public also cordially invited.
Topic: Samantabhadra´s King of Aspiration Prayers
The schedule for Dharma teachings will be as follow:
7th January 2012 (Saturday): 5.00 pm
14th January 2012 (Saturday): 5.00 pm
21th January 2012 (Saturday): 5.00 pm
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