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Monastic Summer Retreat “Yarne” to Be Held in Kalmykia for the First Time in 100 Years
A time of silence and deep practice. At the end of July, some of the monks of the Central Khurul, led by Shajin Lama Geshe Tenzin Choidak, will enter a summer retreat. This special ceremony is called “Yarne.” During…
One of the Major Buddhist Holidays—the Day of the First Turning of the Wheel of Teaching—Was Celebrated in Kalmykia
The Day of the First Turning of the Wheel of Teaching is one of the most significant holidays for Buddhists. It commemorates the event that marked the beginning of the spread of the Buddhist Teaching. More than 2500 years ago, Buddha…
Kalmykia to Celebrate the Day of the First Turning of the Wheel of Teaching
Every year, in the summer, the entire Buddhist world solemnly celebrates the Day of the First Turning of the Wheel of Teaching — the day when Buddha Shakyamuni, having attained Enlightenment, gave his first sermon. Since then…
Today Is the Final Day of the Sacred Month of Urs Sar
Today is the final day of the sacred month of Urs Sar — a time of deep spiritual reflection, when the faithful strove to make the most of the opportunity to accumulate good merit and deepen their connection…
All Prayers Today Are for the Great Teacher — Buddha Shakyamuni
For more than 2,500 years, the Teaching of a prince named Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha Shakyamuni) has inspired millions of people. A man who, having encountered the pain and suffering of the world, set out on a journey in search of…
Believers began the Day of Buddha Shakyamuni's Birth, Enlightenment and passing into Mahaparinirvana by taking vows
Today is the most important day for all Buddhists — the Day of Buddha Shakyamuni's Birth, Enlightenment and passing into Mahaparinirvana, which believers began at the Central Khurul by taking the one-day Mahayana vows. With…
One of the Most Sacred Days in the Buddhist Calendar Is Approaching
One of the most sacred days in the Buddhist calendar is approaching — the Day of the Birth, Enlightenment, and Passing into Mahaparinirvana of Buddha Shakyamuni. Around the world, Buddhists observe it with a special spiritual…
May the Spiritual Connection with the Teaching of the Buddha Grow Stronger Year After Year
A sacred event that united us in prayer and spiritual communion. The great prayer gathering “Ik Yöräl” has concluded in Kalmykia. Every year it falls on a special day - the day of the manifestation of the miraculous powers…
The Compassion and Wisdom of the Buddha: Kalmykia’s Faithful Mark Monlam Chenmo
Today the great prayer assembly at the Central Khurul of Kalmykia continued. A large number of the faithful also took part in the second day of Ik Yöräl (Monlam Chenmo). Once again, we would like to emphasize…