History of the Karmapas: Recognizing a Tulku

"The fifteenth Karmapa, who lived at the end of the nineteenth century and the beginning of the twentieth century, recognized around one thousand tulkus during his life.... In some cases, he could only see the circumstances of rebirth when a special request was made and certain auspicious circumstances were created through any of a number of practices. And in a few cases, he couldn't see anything, even when people requested his help. He would try, but the crucial facts would be 'shrouded in mist'..."
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The White Liquid Practice to Heal Disease

"...some people may live the rest of their lives identifying with an image of diseased tissue or of chemotherapy treatments even if their cancer was completely eradicated. Harboring mental images such as these can slow your recovery, limit the freedom to enjoy life, and be an obstacle to the open awareness of meditation. I recommend the White Liquid Practice to Heal Disease for any physical illness or injury..."
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The Sino-Tibetan Dialogue: State of Play and Perspectives

"First of all let me express my deep appreciation and gratitude to the Tibet Intergroup of the European Parliament...this conference sends an inspiring and strong message of deep concern and solidarity to the Tibetan people inside Tibet who are presently living in a state of constant fear and terror...sending the message to the oppressed people that the outside world has not forgotten them..."
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Rounding Off the Practice: Preparing for Death

"We can keep this very practical and precious teaching in mind not only for ourselves, but also for loved ones who are not Buddhists...sharing this practice may well be useful. The state of mind just prior to death is most influential for determining the very next lifetime. Bringing our mind into a very wholesome state at this crucial time does not wipe out all the unwholesome actions that have gone before, but it does provide the most direct impetus for the rebirth immediately following..."
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Raktrul Foundation Medical/Solar Mission

Under the direction of Bardor Tulku Rinpoche, teams of volunteers assemble from all over the world and come together for missions to benefit villages in impoverished and remote areas of Eastern Tibet...their 2011 Mission to Tibet was a great success.... The Foundation was able to provide 55 portable solar power generators to Tibetan nomads, enabling them to have electricity while in remote areas..."

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