Lama Gongdue Drupchen Puja at Ringhim Gumpa 10 March onwards

MANGAN, 27 Feb:  Ringhim Gumpa Committee convened a meeting under the supervision of Ex-Adhyaksha, Lobzang Tenzing and other members on Sunday.
It was decided in the meeting that world peace puja ‘Lama Gongdue Drupchen Puja’ would be organised from 10 to 17 March. Mr Tenzing thanked the Chief Minister and Area MLA, Lachen Mangan for sanctioning the funds for the re-construction of Ringhim Gumpa, which will start after the puja.

Nyingma menlom, annual congregation for world peace concludes at Bodhgaya

PRAYER HOSTED BY SIKKIM THIS YEAR.
WANGCHUK BHUTIA

BODHGAYA, BIHAR, 03 Feb: The 10-day long Nyingma Monlam, annual congregation for world peace, at Bodhgaya in Bihar which started from 24 January concluded here today on 2 February.   The diverse lineages of the Nyingma tradition were hosted by Sikkim this year.
The observance every year by Nyingma followers has been continually supported by the generosity of Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche.   The tenth day which is the concluding day of the prayer was observed as Guru Padmasambhava day and Tsog (Prasad or symbolic meal) was offered with devotion to Guru Padmasambhava which witnessed the conclusion of the annual Monlam.
The monks from different monasteries of Sikkim including  Lachen Gomchen Rinpoche and Lachung Rinpoche have been engaged in organizing the prayers with their respective duties and responsibilities.  The prayers which were held at Mahabodhi Stupa have become an auspicious occasion for the Nyingma followers to pray for world peace and dedicate them to the founders of their tradition viz., Bodhisatva, Guru Padmasambhava and Trisong Deutsen (Kunkhyen Longchenpa) in Bodhgaya.  The prayers were also attended by Dujom Rinpoche from Bhutan and several other eminent Rinpoches from different monasteries.
The Nyingma Monlam Chenmo is held in Bodhgaya every year since 1989 during the first ten days of the twelfth month of the Tibetan calendar as decided by most Gurus of Nyingma tradition. The prayers are participated in by the renowned Rinpoches, tulkus, monks and devotees from different monasteries across India and also participated in from the monasteries across the world like Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Korea, Thailand etc.  

One of the senior monks while speaking to NOW informed that the participation in the Annual Nyingma Monlam Chenmo, the congregation to pray for World Peace at Bodhgaya is extremely important and worthwhile in order to inspire hope and courage in bringing about greater peace, harmony, joy and happiness in the world as well as seeking relief from all unwanted sufferings and to remember and pray for all those parents, families and friends who suffered severely or lost their lives in the tragedy that befell on them and for the benefit of all sentient beings.

It may mentioned here that the Kagyu Menlom is being held from 1st to 8th of March’2012.

Thousands attend Nyingma Menlom at Bodhgaya hosted by Sikkim

from left: Dujom Rinpoche, Lachen Gomchen Rinpoche and Lachung Rinpoche performing Menlom Chenmo at Bodhgaya.

WANGCHUK BHUTIA
BODHGAYA, 29 Jan: Thousands of devotees have congregated here at Bodhgaya in Bihar to mark the Nyingma Menlom, the annual congregation of the Nyingmapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism for world peace. The event is being hosted by Sikkim this year. The observance every year by Nyingma followers is being continually supported by the Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche. This year, the Nyingma Menlom Chenmo started on 24 January and will continue till 02 February.
The Nyingma Menlom Chenmo is being held in Bodhgaya every year since1989 during the first ten days of the twelfth month of the Tibetan calendar as decided by most Gurus of Nyingma tradition. The tenth day is observed as Guru Padmasambhava day and Tsog (Prasad or symbolic meal) is offered with devotion to Guru Padmasambhava which witnesses the conclusion of the annual Menlom.
“The effects of world torn by strife, tyranny, oppression and genocide, the blood soaked testament of negatives, prejudice, greed and ignorance, which have shattered humanity, resulting in denial of their rights and defaming their values have deep adverse impacts on the Buddha dharma in general and the living tradition of the Nyingma in particular,” informed one of the senior monks while speaking to NOW!
The prayers are being attended by Rinpoches, Tulkus, monks and devotees from different monasteries across India and the world like Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Korea, Thailand, etc.
Monks from different monasteries of Sikkim have been engaged in organizing the prayers with their respective duties and responsibilities along with the presence of Lachen Gomchen Rinpoche and Lachung Rinpoche. The prayers which are held at the Mahabodhi Stupa has become an auspicious occasion for the Nyingma followers to pray for world peace and dedicate those days to the founders of their tradition viz., Bodhisatva, Guru Padmasambhava and Trisong Deutsen (Kunkhyen Longchenpa) in Bodhgaya. The prayers are also being attended by Dujom Rinpoche from Bhutan and several other eminent Rinpoches from different monasteries.
Participation in the Annual Nyingma Menlom Chenmo, to pray for world peace at Bodhgaya is extremely important in order to inspire hope and courage in bringing about greater peace, harmony, joy and happiness in the world as well as seeking relief from all unwanted sufferings and to remember and pray for all those parents, families and friends who suffered severely or lost their lives in a tragedy and for the benefit of all sentient beings.

Mangshila residents conduct peace prayers at accident site on the Singtam-Dikchu highway

MANGAN, 24 Jan:  The residents of Mangshilla in North Sikkim observed two days of peace prayers at 4th mile on the Singtam-Dikchu highway on 23 and 24 January under the supervision of Sirijunga Manghim Committee.  The prayers were held at the spot where recently seven tourists were killed in an accident.
On its first day, the prayers were conducted by the lamas with the “Zenshi” prayers and on the second day, puja was performed by Fedangmas (Limboo Priests) with participation of people from all walks of life.
President Sirijunga Mangheem Committee, Mak Raj Limboo informed that a number of accidents have been reported on this stretch which also poses risks for villagers crossing this spot in the evenings.  He also added that the spot between Namok Khola and 5th mile has recorded a high number of accidents in the past and many have lost their lives.

Golay and supporters hold peace prayers for earthquake victims at Chakung

CHAKUNG (West Sikkim), 06 Jan: As announced earlier by dissident MLA, PS Tamang and his supporters, a prayer ceremony for the victims of the 18 Sept 2011 Earthquake according to Christian rituals was organized here at Chakung, also the native village of Mr. Tamang, today.

Rolu Picnic marks anniversary with world peace prayers, Goley stays away

NAMCHI, 21 Dec: The second anniversary of the Rolu Picnic was observed here on a sombre note with special prayers organised in the memory of the lives lost to the 18 September Earthquake and to propitiate the Gods to avoid a repeat in the future. The Rolu event has shaped up as a gathering of groups and individuals politically opposed to the ruling front ever since the 2009 episode unveiled the dissidence of SDF MLA from Upper Burtuk, PS Tamang. In the wake of the earthquake, however, the festivities were scaled down and even Mr. Tamang stayed away today.

Rolu Picnic Organising Committee to hold peace prayers for earthquake victims this year

GANGTOK, 18 Dec: The Rolu Picnic Organizing Committee has decided to hold “Universal Prayers” at Rolu near Jorethang on 21 Dec this year. This was decided at a meeting held today under the chairmanship of RK Waling at Jorethang. A special prayer programme will be organized for the victims of the 18 Sept earthquake and for the welfare of the general public.