On the 26th of May, His Holiness Karmapa gave the initiation of the White Umbrella (Dhukkar) in Singapore at a massive outdoor gathering near the heart of the city.
On the 25th of May, His Holiness Karmapa arrived at the Singapore Changi Airport. A massive gathering of devotees from the world over rejoiced in His Holiness’ return.
On the morning of the 23rd, His Holiness Karmapa took the time to meet with the youth from the Karma Kagyu Dharma Society. The Karmapa had a casual and friendly meet, with all in attendance listening astutely to the tailored advices His Holiness offered to their generation.
On the evening of May 22nd, after spending the entire day giving private audiences to families and friends who have come from all over South East Asia to meet the Karmapa, His Holiness gave the Bodhisattva Vow to another packed hall at the Karma Kagyu Dharma Society, Kuala Lumpur.
On Sunday, May 20th, His Holiness Karmapa began an all day program at the Berjaya Times Square Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, which was to include audiences with various Karma Kagyu Buddhist centers throughout Malaysia, a Zambhala Puja and a Chenrezig Empowerment in the evening.
