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His Holiness Sakya Trizin To Visit Melbourne in June 2009
Sakya Choekhor Lhunpo, in conjunction with Jamchen Buddhist Centre, is delighted to inform you that His Holiness Sakya Trizin will be visiting Melbourne in late June to give a series of teachings, empowerments and a public talk.
His Holiness Sakya Trizin is one of the most revered spiritual masters of Tibetan Buddhism. He is the supreme head of the Sakya Tradition and is second only to His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Born in Tibet, He is the patriarch of the unbroken Khon lineage which dates back to 1073. His forefathers were disciples of Padmasambhava who introduced esoteric Buddhism to Tibet.
The Seat of the Sakya lineage is in Dehra Dun, India where His Holiness has established the Sakya Centre, College, Nunnery, Institute and Academy.
For information on the event details, bookings and benefactor opportunities please see the visit brochure (PDF).
Latest News
- Pictures From His Holiness' Visit Available for Viewing.
This retrospective page shows pictures from His Holiness's recent visit.
If you have images of the recent visit that you would like to share, please send a message to the following address:
- Announcing Radio and TV Appearences of His Holiness
His Holiness can be heard on 774 ABC Melbourne's radio show The Conversation Hour on Thursday 25th of June at 11:00am. (the audio can be heard here . His Holiness speaks at about the 27 minutes "to go" mark)
His Holiness will be interviewed on the Channel 10 television show 9am with David & Kim on Friday 26th June which starts at 9:00am. (the interview can be viewed here)
- His Holiness to Visit Healesville Sactuary on Tuesday Morning to Pray for the Millions of Animals that Perished or were Injured in the Recent Bushfiles.
His Holiness will visit Healesville Sanctuary from 10.30 am Tuesday 23 June to bless the Australian Wildlife Health Centre
and offer prayers for the millions of animals that perished or were injured in the bushfires. The general public is welcome to attend this event. See also the following Healesville Sactuary web page: http://www.zoo.org.au/News/Healesville/Tibetan/
A Media Release highlighting some of His Holiness' activities in Melbourne has been published and circulated today (PDF).
- Fundraising Dinner with His Holiness Sakya Trizin on Saturday evening
You are invited to attend a fundraising dinner with His Holiness Sakya Trizin on the evening Saturday June 27th in the city.
Please see the flyer for details.
- Welcoming His Holiness At The Airport
His Holiness and party arrive at Tullamarine Airport on Monday 22nd June at 3:35 pm. The flight number is QF686. All are welcome to attend.
- Chenrezig Mantra Accumulation Event added to Program
Chenrezig (aka Avalokiteshvara) is often referred to as the compassionate manifestation of Buddha. Reciting his mantra is meritorious. From 5:30 on the afternoon of the Public Talk (Friday evening) there will be a group accumulation of the Chenrezig mantra at the Hawthorn Town Hall, for the sake of all sentient beings. See also "Overview Of Events" below.
- New Jangchok Form with Space for Photograph
A new form is available for the Jangchok ceremony (PDF). This new form has space for a photograph of the deceased and should be used when a photogrph is available. When completing the new form paste the photograph over the top of the "NI".
Overview Of Events
DAY |
DATE |
TIME |
EVENTS |
| Monday |
June 22 |
3:25 pm |
His Holiness and party arrive at Tullamarine Airport from Adelaide on QF686 |
| Tuesday |
June 23 |
10:30 am |
Visit to Healesville Sactuary: Blessing of the Australian Wildlife Health Centre
and offer prayers for the millions of animals that perished or were injured in the bushfires |
| Wednedsay |
June 24 |
7:30 pm |
Empowerment and Teaching: Vajrasattva Empowerment (a practice for purification of negativities) and Refuge Vow Ceremony for those wanting to make a stronger connection with the Buddhist path |
| Thursday |
June 25
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7:30 pm |
Jangchok Ceremony: Purification ceremony for the Sick, Dying and the Deceased. (See also the Jangchok ceremony form and Jangchock ceremony form including photo). |
| Friday |
June 26 |
5:30 pm
7:30 pm |
Mantra Accumulations: Accumulation of Chenrezig / Avalokiteshvara mantras for the sake of all sentient beings.
Public Talk: “The Virtues of Compassion in Difficult Times.”
(See also the separate event flyer). |
| Saturday |
June 27
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9:30 am
1:00 pm |
Weekend Teaching: The Gift of Dharma for Life.
From the text: "Gift of Dharma to the King" by Chogyal Phagpa
Lama Choedak Public Talk: "Satisfaction Though Less Wanting." |
| Sunday |
June 28 |
9:30 am
3:00 pm |
Teaching Continued: The Gift of Dharma for Life.
From the text: "Gift of Dharma to the King" by Chogyal Phagpa
Empowerment: “Amitayus – Practice for Long Life and Good Health” |
| Monday |
June 29 |
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His Holiness and party depart Melbourne for SIBA |
Bookings
Bookings for the public talk, teachings and empowerments, can be made online with your credit card at http://www.chrishooper.com.au/.
For alternative booking arangements please see the visit brochure (PDF).
Volunteers
We welcome volunteers to assist the various coordinators and help the visit run smoothly. We need help in a variety of areas including:
- gofering.
- helping with setting up the teaching venue, ushering and tidying at the end of sessions.
The importance of volunteers for His Holiness's visit to Melbourne cannot be over estimated. The lead up and running of the events are affected greatly by the enthusiasm, assistance and expertise of volunteers. It is a wonderful opportunity to be involved in such an auspicious occasion, and to help the Dharma flourish here in Melbourne.
If you’d like to be involved please send an e-mail to
with your
- Name
- Address
- Phone number
- Availability
- Skills and areas that you would prefer to contribute to.
We thank you in advance!
Benefactor Opportunities
Benefactor packages are available for donations of $1000. Benefactors will receive two tickets to all events, a blessed gift from His Holiness and be invited to attend a benefactor group audience. You will also be given especially reserved seating to all Teaching, Empowerment and Public Talk events. Your generosity will help to continue to turn the wheel of the Dharma.
To enquire about these opportunities please contact us directly on 0414 994 520.
Specific Donation Opportunities
If you would like to make donations of any amount towards either Flowers in the event hall or Meals for His Holiness and 8 member entourage please contact us directly on 0414 994 520.
Alternatively, donation boxes will be made available in the event hall for ths purpose.
Brochures, Forms and Other Downloads
(Updated on Thursday, 16 July, 2009 3:31 PM)
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