The Importance of Sangha in the West; and Gelongma Vows
Kyabje Zopa Rinpoche 15–16 July 2015 Maitreya Instituut, The Netherlands Edited by Robina Courtin August 19, 2020
IN THE WEST THERE IS NO RESPECT FOR WESTERN SANGHA
I’ve noticed that some centers in the FPMT have respect for the sangha, but most do not. In…
21
June
By Ven Lozang Khadro
Ven Khadro and friend
I read Ven Legtsok and Khedrub/Dan’s article in the last IMI e-newsletter. Their article was courageous and honest, and it helped me to feel more connected with the wider sangha community, especially during the pandemic and India’s many lockdowns. Ven. Legtsok’s suggestion on sharing and support resonated with…
21
June
About some parts of Dharmagupta Poshada for Bikshunis
By Ven Christiana Jampa Tsomo
In my opinion, the text of the Pratimoksha Sutra for bhikshunis in the Dharmagupta tradition contains extraordinary elements, useful for any monastic and even non-monastic Dharma community.
I am referring to the part of the Sutra that lists a set of precepts…
23
March
Researching The Gelongma Lineage
By Ven Sangye Khadro
The September 2020 IMI e-news included an extract from a teaching about Sangha and gelongmas that Lama Zopa Rinpoche gave in Holland in 2015. This article raised a number of questions and points for reflection regarding the gelongma/bhikshuni ordination. As someone who was very fortunate to…
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December
By Ven Cristiana Ciampa Tsomo
Thank you, and thanks to IMI, for giving space for us bikshunis to share our experiences, since this would enhance people’s understanding of the Buddhadharma. Actually yes, after the IMI last newsletter I felt the need to say something about bikshuni vows, given my little but very positive experience on…
05
July
Since the pratimoksha vows are received from a preceptor, an instructor, and several members of the sangha, the rite of confession must also be carried out before members of the sangha-that is to say, a group of bhikshus.
Ven. Sangye Khadro
Sojong-Purifying and Restoring our Vows
By Ven. Sangye Khadro
According to Geshe Jampa Tegchog in Monastic Rites,…