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Rejoicing in the Activities of Lama Tsongkhapa Teachers Fund in 2024
The Lama Tsongkhapa Teachers Fund is dedicated to upholding the Gelug lineage of Tibetan Mahayana Buddhism. The Lama Tsongkhapa Teachers Fund (LTKTF) has had another impactful year in 2024, supporting a variety of projects aimed at preserving and spreading the ... Read more »
Institut Vajra Yogini Long-Term Retreat Rooms Fulfilling the Wishes of Lama Zopa Rinpoche
In January 2025, Institut Vajra Yogini (IVY), France, will host its 39th Annual Vajrayogini Retreat, guided this year by Jhampa Shaneman. This retreat, open to all who have received the Vajrayogini initiation, marks a special moment in fulfilling Lama Zopa ... Read more »
Yearly Guru Bumtsog and Large Thangka Display at Kopan Nunnery
For the ninth year in a row, a very large thangka of Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche) was displayed and an auspicious 100,000 tsog offering event (Guru Bumtsog) took place at Khachoe Ghakyil Ling (Kopan Nunnery). This giant holy object is 70 ... Read more »
Rejoicing in Animal Blessings and Rescue from Untimely Death in 2024
The Animal Liberation Fund supports ongoing animal liberations conducted by Sangha and students, which include extensive prayers and dedications for fulfilling Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s holy wishes, his gurus, sponsors, those who are sick or facing untimely death, and specific requests ... Read more »
Rejoicing in the Powerful Pujas and Prayers Being Offered on Lhabab Duchen
The merit multiplying day of Lhabab Duchen (commemorating Guru Shakyamuni Buddha’s return to Earth from the Realm of the Thirty-Three), occurs on November 22, 2024 this year. On this day, up to ten thousand Sangha will be engaging in powerful ... Read more »
Rejoicing in Support Offered to 1,500 Students in India and Nepal in 2024!
Since 2012, the FPMT’s Social Services Fund has been a cornerstone of support for schools in India and Nepal, catering to students from Tibetan, Nepali, Sherpa, and Indian backgrounds. This initiative ensures that these schools can provide quality education at ... Read more »
The Stupa of Complete Victory at Kopan Monastery Reaches the Vase Level!
As we have previously reported, a Stupa of Complete Victory is being built at Kopan Monastery, Nepal, for the swift return of Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche and actualization of all his wishes. Venerable Tenzin Tsultrim was recently at Kopan Monastery ... Read more »
Rejoicing in Healthcare and Essential Services Offered in 2024
In 2024, the FPMT Social Services Fund, driven by a commitment to compassion to others, made a significant impact by allocating over US$501,284 to support various initiatives in India, Nepal and Mongolia. Dedicated to improving the lives of those in ... Read more »
An Update from Thame: Ven. Sarah Thresher Reports
As previously reported, on August 16 of this year, the village of Thame, birthplace of Lama Zopa Rinpoche, was hit with a devastating flood which destroyed homes, community property, and everything owned or cherished by villagers. Remarkably, not a single ... Read more »
Devastation of Thame and How to Help Through the Thame Support Fund
On August 16, 2024, the serene Himalayan village of Thame, birthplace of our kind guru Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche, faced an unprecedented calamity. Two Thyanbo glacial lakes burst their banks, unleashing a devastating flood that would forever alter the landscape ... Read more »
Writing Out the Prajnaparamita for as Long as FPMT Exists
In the heart of Kopan Monastery, nestled in the beautiful hills of Nepal, a quiet yet monumental task unfolds each day. Ven. Lobsang Tsering has been entrusted with a project that embodies the very essence of continuous joyous effort and ... Read more »