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Kalmykia’s Monastic Sangha Congratulates Tuva on Successfully Hosting the Fourth International Buddhist Forum
The voice of wisdom resounds in the heart of Tuva, where the Fourth International Buddhist Forum is taking place. For these three days, hospitable Kyzyl, the capital of the Republic of Tuva, has become a center of attraction for spiritual teachers from…
The Monks’ Summer Retreat Continues
Every morning, the Kangyur—the canon of the Buddha’s teachings—is recited at Säküsn Süm. These lines contain the foundation of the Dharma, the wisdom that leads to peace and compassion. The monks, led by the Shajin Lama of Kalmykia, Geshe Tenzin…
Shajin Lama of Kalmykia and Monks of the Central Khurul Enter Summer Retreat
Dear devotees, today marks the beginning of a special period—some of the monks of our Central Khurul, together with the Shajin Lama of Kalmykia, Geshe Tenzin Choidak, have entered the “Yarne” summer retreat. This period of spiritual…
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…
The Dund Khurul Reopens Its Doors in the Settlement of Khanata
This is a truly historic and highly significant event for our entire republic. Today, another spiritual sanctuary—the Dund Khurul—opened in Kalmykia. It took a full 12 years to reach this point. It is worth recalling…
All of Kalmykia Prays Today for the Long Life of His Holiness
These are scenes from this morning's festive prayer service dedicated to the birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Throughout the temple the sounds of the dung horn rang out, heralding the ceremonial bringing out of the portrait…
Wisdom in Action: What Was Discussed at the Lecture by Shajin Lama Geshe Tenzin Choydak
A special gathering took place within the walls of the Central Khurul — a lecture by the Shajin Lama of Kalmykia, Geshe Tenzin Choydak, devoted to the foundations of Buddhism. Two hours of deep conversation, sincere questions, and wise answers…
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…
With Gratitude to the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, to the Protectors of the Teaching and the Local Deities
So that all sentient beings may be freed from suffering and find happiness, so that there may always be peace and harmony in everything. It was for this that the monks of the Central Khurul and the faithful who took part…