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Publication in January 2018

The Commentary on the Practice of Shri Hevajra was published in January 2018. This book, an essential manual for those who practise Hevajra, is offered to students and devotees of Buddhism free of cost.

Tara Puja 2017/2018

Tara, the goddess of compassion, is practised by all Tibetan Buddhists for the removal of life’s obstacles and for the accomplishment of one’s wishes. This year (2017/2018), Sachen Trust continues to support and participate in the Tara puja rituals performed at the Sakya nunnery.  

Buddhist Education 2017/2018

Since August 2017, Sachen Foundation increased the frequency of the sponsorship to monthly basis, for educating young monks in the learning of Buddhist Higher Philosophy.

Offering of Light 2017/2018

Sachen Trust offers lamps on auspicious lunar days such as the 1st, 8th, 15th of the Tibetan lunar month, together with special prayers by lay and ordained sangha devotees for the good fortune and positivity for all beings.

Vajrakilaya Grand Ritual 2017

During 31st August to 12th September 2017, the Sakya centre lamas performed the Vajrakilaya grand puja—a powerful religious practice of the Vajrakilaya deity for the eradication of spiritual and secular obstacles in people’s daily lives. By this ritual, all positive forces and qualities for the well-being of all people are promoted. On the last day […]

Mahavairocana Grand Ritual June 2017

Buddhists believe in the law of Karma, rebirth and interdependent origination. The circle of life and death and suffering continues as life does not end at death, and does not begin only at birth. The Mahavairocana Grand ritual is held to purify the negativities especially for the deceased so that they may gain better rebirth […]

Buddha Purmina, Vesak Day Celebration and prayers 10th May 2017

The Enlightenment day of the Buddha is considered by all Buddhist to be one of the most significant and auspicious day in the year. Sachen Trust made fruit and flower offerings on this special occasion. The offerings were displayed in front of the large Buddha painting at Sakya centre on 10th May 2017.

Taking of Bodhisattva Vows on 5th April 2017

Bodhisattva is a person who through immense compassion has vowed to save all beings from suffering before attaining Enlightenment himself or herself.  The taking of Bodhisattva vows is the most noble act and gift to the world.  On 5th April 2017, renunciates and lay devotees gather together to take the Bodhisattva vows.  Sachen Trust offered […]