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Cycle of Tantric Rituals Concludes at “The Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni”
A cycle of tantric rituals has concluded at “The Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni”. For four days, Kalmykia’s main temple followed a special rhythm. The culmination was “Tangrak Kangso”—a ritual of gratitude…
Good Fortune and Well-Being Invoked in Kalmykia During the “Yangdrub” Ritual
Today, one of the year’s main tantric rituals, “Yangdrub,” was held at the Central Khurul. In the more than two decades since this ancient ritual was revived, many have come to know it as a ritual…
Offerings Through Fire: A Fire Puja Held in Kalmykia
These images are from today’s “Jinseg” ritual. The monks are dressed in ceremonial robes, all the necessary substances for the fire puja have been prepared, and everyone gathered is focused…As a reminder…
First of Four Tantric Rituals Held in Kalmykia
“Torgyak”, a ritual for removing obstacles, opens a series of tantric ceremonies, and every time the prayer hall is filled to overflowing. Entire families come, bringing their children. Some come for purification. Others for…
Preparing for Tantric Rituals: Attention to Every Detail
Preparations for the annual tantric rituals are nearing completion at the Central Khurul. The temple is filled with focused, serene activity: each monk is busy with his own task, and together they are preparing…
Annual Tantric Rituals to Be Held in Kalmykia
✨ The power of tradition in every sound and gesture ✨For more than two decades, the Central Khurul has been a place where ancient tantric practices come to life. Year after year, these rituals bring together…
Washing and Consecration Ritual Held for the Maitreya Buddha Statue in Lagan
Today is a special day not only for the residents of Lagan, but also for our entire republic. It is a day that will long remain in the memory of everyone who stood at the foot of the Maitreya Buddha statue today. In the coastal…
An Ancient Tradition Revived: The Gagye Ritual Held for the First Time in 100 Years
This is historic video footage. We captured monks emerging from a month-and-a-half retreat and taking part in the Gagye ceremony. As we have explained on several occasions, this practice is an important…
Yarne, the Monks’ Summer Retreat, Concluded in Kalmykia Today
Today we are witnessing a truly historic moment. For the first time in 100 years, the Yarne summer retreat has been held in Kalmykia. For 45 days, the monks of the Central Khurul devoted themselves to meditation…