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Sutra on What is Most Precious to a Monk
This sutra from the “Vinaya Basket, ” Sutra on What is Most Precious to a Monk, discusses the meaning of and motivations for monastic engagement, exploring what kind of mind constitutes one of monastic practice. It explains why that which ... Read more »
Rinpoche and Tenzin Ösel at a Vegan Restaurant
In early November, Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Tenzin Ösel Hita ate at a vegan restaurant in Santa Cruz, California, where they discussed the menu. According to Rinpoche’s assistant Ven. Roger, Rinpoche is creating his own cook book. Rinpoche has been ... Read more »
Maitreya Heart Shrine Relic Tour Breaks Records in Bhutan
The Maitreya Heart Shrine Relic Tour, a collection of sacred relics of the Buddha and other Buddhist masters assembled by Lama Zopa Rinpoche, broke a record for most visitors in Thimphu, Bhutan, the country’s capital. The relics were showcased in ... Read more »
Rinpoche Prays for Those Who Have Died in the Philippines, Vietnam and Somalia
“[Late Sunday night] Lama Zopa Rinpoche did many prayers for all those who have died in the Philippines, Vietnam and also Somalia (Vajrasattva, Ksitigarbha and later planning to do the Eight Prayers to Benefit the Dead) as well as for ... Read more »
‘You Don’t Have to Feel Alone’
Lama Zopa: You don’t have to feel alone. There are numberless Buddhas and Bodhisattvas always with you. They understand you with compassion. – From Ven. Roger Kunsang’s Twitter page, posted on September 7, 2013 Ven. Roger Kunsang, Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s ... Read more »
Monthly Medicine Buddha Puja Offered
The Puja Fund recently offered US$2,843.49 for six months of monthly Medicine Buddha pujas performed by the monks of Sera Mey Monastery, South India. This monthly puja is offered on the Tibetan 8th day of every month. 2,000 monks attend ... Read more »
The Most Kind
Lama Zopa: Buddha has the most qualities, but it is every single sentient being who is most kind. – From Ven. Roger Kunsang’s Twitter page, posted on November 7, 2013 Ven. Roger Kunsang, Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s assistant and CEO of ... Read more »
Environmental Activism as Dharma Activity
Maitripa College professor Jim Blumenthal, who also teaches philosophy at Oregon State University, has first-hand knowledge about environmental activism and engaged Buddhism. He wrote about his time as a Greenpeace activist for Mandala magazine. Jim wrote: I was already a ... Read more »
Enjoy Previous FPMT e-News Anytime
Past editions of the FPMT International Office e-news are always available to enjoy.How to Use Cooking in the Path
“The initial reason why people come to a Dharma center is not for the food but for the teachings and meditations; they are a little bored with the lives they have and are looking for something new. However, the conditions ... Read more »
A Stupa for Om Mani Padme Hum
“The stupa in the backyard of Kachoe Dechen Ling, Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s home in California, was built for Rinpoche’s dog – called ‘Om Mani Padme Hum’ – to circumambulate,” shared Ven. Roger Kunsang, Rinpoche’s long-time assistant. “Rinpoche was very skillful to not mention it was the for the dog until the stupa was finished.” You can read Rinpoche’s advice on circumambulation, featured in Mandala July-September ... Read more »