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| − | In 1979, among the rocks in Pharping (22km. S. of the {{Wiki|Kathmandu valley}},) [[Rinpoche]] discovered the self-creating images of the [[Buddhist]] [[Deity]] [[Tara]], and Ganesh, the elephant [[God]] of the [[Hindus]]. Over the years the images have continued to emerge with greater clarity and definition. Ven. [[Rinpoche]] and many others have witnessed the images spontaneously secreting holy [[nectar]] from their [[bodies]] different occasions. Recognizing the [[sacred]] and [[auspicious]] nature of such a [[treasures]], he established a [[temple]] enshrining the images. Around the self-emanating images, [[Rinpoche]] has enshrined handmade [[statues]] of the twenty-one aspects of [[Tara]]. Ever since, [[Rinpoche]] has been a true practitioner of the [[Tara]] [[meditations]]. Daily [[chanting]] of the [[Tara]] [[pujas]] are carried out at the [[temple]] for the benefit and protection of all sentient beings. | + | In 1979, among the rocks in [[Pharping]] (22km. S. of the {{Wiki|Kathmandu valley}},) [[Rinpoche]] discovered the self-creating images of the [[Buddhist]] [[Deity]] [[Tara]], and [[Ganesh]], the [[elephant]] [[God]] of the [[Hindus]]. Over the years the images have continued to emerge with greater clarity and [[definition]]. Ven. [[Rinpoche]] and many others have witnessed the images spontaneously secreting {{Wiki|holy}} [[nectar]] from their [[bodies]] different occasions. [[Recognizing]] the [[sacred]] and [[auspicious]] [[nature]] of such a [[treasures]], he established a [[temple]] enshrining the images. Around the self-emanating images, [[Rinpoche]] has enshrined handmade [[statues]] of the twenty-one aspects of [[Tara]]. Ever since, [[Rinpoche]] has been a true [[practitioner]] of the [[Tara]] [[meditations]]. Daily [[chanting]] of the [[Tara]] [[pujas]] are carried out at the [[temple]] for the [[benefit]] and [[protection]] of all [[sentient beings]]. |
| − | Tara: meaning "She who liberates" | + | [[Tara]]: meaning "She who {{Wiki|liberates}}" |
| − | Tara is the {{Wiki|female}} [[meditational]] [[deity]] who is regarded as the [[embodiment]] of all the [[Buddha's]] [[enlightened]] activities. She is often regarded as the mother of all the [[Buddhas]]. She is said to protect from the eight 'great {{Wiki|fears}}' including the [[worldly]] tragedies. There are many aspects of [[Tara]] and an enumeration of twenty-one aspects in [[tantric]] [[Buddhist]] {{Wiki|pantheon}} is well documented in the [[prayers]], liturgies, sculptures and paintings. The most popular of these are the '[[Green Tara]]' (mainly associated with protection) and '[[White Tara]]' (often associated with [[healing]] and longevity practices.)" | + | [[Tara]] is the {{Wiki|female}} [[meditational]] [[deity]] who is regarded as the [[embodiment]] of all the [[Buddha's]] [[enlightened]] [[activities]]. She is often regarded as the mother of all the [[Buddhas]]. She is said to {{Wiki|protect}} from the eight 'great {{Wiki|fears}}' including the [[worldly]] tragedies. There are many aspects of [[Tara]] and an enumeration of twenty-one aspects in [[tantric]] [[Buddhist]] {{Wiki|pantheon}} is well documented in the [[prayers]], liturgies, sculptures and paintings. The most popular of these are the '[[Green Tara]]' (mainly associated with [[protection]]) and '[[White Tara]]' (often associated with [[healing]] and longevity practices.)" |
| − | People come to the [[Tara]] [[Temple]] from far-off places to make [[offerings]] and [[prayers]] for various [[reasons]]. It is mentioned in the [[Buddhist texts]] and [[scriptures]] that [[making offerings]] and [[prayers]] to [[Green Tara]] with a [[pure]] and good [[heart]] is particularly effective for achieving longevity, prosperity, [[transforming]] negativities and obstacles, even helpful in giving the [[blessing]] of a child to the childless. | + | [[People]] come to the [[Tara]] [[Temple]] from far-off places to make [[offerings]] and [[prayers]] for various [[reasons]]. It is mentioned in the [[Buddhist texts]] and [[scriptures]] that [[making offerings]] and [[prayers]] to [[Green Tara]] with a [[pure]] and good [[heart]] is particularly effective for achieving longevity, {{Wiki|prosperity}}, [[transforming]] negativities and {{Wiki|obstacles}}, even helpful in giving the [[blessing]] of a child to the childless. |
Above the [[temple]] are few [[retreat]] rooms available to [[people]] of all [[traditions]] and walks of [[life]] throughout the year for their [[retreat]] and [[meditation]] practices. For those who wish to [[meditate]] in these rooms, we have some extremely qualified [[Geshes]] who could guide you with your [[meditation]], if you so [[desired]]. You could also perform [[Tara]] [[puja]] without needing to come here personally by contacting to the following addresses. | Above the [[temple]] are few [[retreat]] rooms available to [[people]] of all [[traditions]] and walks of [[life]] throughout the year for their [[retreat]] and [[meditation]] practices. For those who wish to [[meditate]] in these rooms, we have some extremely qualified [[Geshes]] who could guide you with your [[meditation]], if you so [[desired]]. You could also perform [[Tara]] [[puja]] without needing to come here personally by contacting to the following addresses. | ||
Latest revision as of 10:09, 6 February 2014
In 1979, among the rocks in Pharping (22km. S. of the Kathmandu valley,) Rinpoche discovered the self-creating images of the Buddhist Deity Tara, and Ganesh, the elephant God of the Hindus. Over the years the images have continued to emerge with greater clarity and definition. Ven. Rinpoche and many others have witnessed the images spontaneously secreting holy nectar from their bodies different occasions. Recognizing the sacred and auspicious nature of such a treasures, he established a temple enshrining the images. Around the self-emanating images, Rinpoche has enshrined handmade statues of the twenty-one aspects of Tara. Ever since, Rinpoche has been a true practitioner of the Tara meditations. Daily chanting of the Tara pujas are carried out at the temple for the benefit and protection of all sentient beings.
Tara: meaning "She who liberates"
Tara is the female meditational deity who is regarded as the embodiment of all the Buddha's enlightened activities. She is often regarded as the mother of all the Buddhas. She is said to protect from the eight 'great fears' including the worldly tragedies. There are many aspects of Tara and an enumeration of twenty-one aspects in tantric Buddhist pantheon is well documented in the prayers, liturgies, sculptures and paintings. The most popular of these are the 'Green Tara' (mainly associated with protection) and 'White Tara' (often associated with healing and longevity practices.)"
People come to the Tara Temple from far-off places to make offerings and prayers for various reasons. It is mentioned in the Buddhist texts and scriptures that making offerings and prayers to Green Tara with a pure and good heart is particularly effective for achieving longevity, prosperity, transforming negativities and obstacles, even helpful in giving the blessing of a child to the childless.
Above the temple are few retreat rooms available to people of all traditions and walks of life throughout the year for their retreat and meditation practices. For those who wish to meditate in these rooms, we have some extremely qualified Geshes who could guide you with your meditation, if you so desired. You could also perform Tara puja without needing to come here personally by contacting to the following addresses.
