Khyentse Foundation » Slideshows http://khyentsefoundation.org Khyentse Foundation Fri, 17 May 2013 18:03:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Photos from the Dam Ngak Dzo Transmission http://khyentsefoundation.org/2013/01/photos-dam-ngak-dzo/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2013/01/photos-dam-ngak-dzo/#comments Tue, 15 Jan 2013 20:43:17 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.org/?p=6417 Article writer Jason Sanche

Videographer Arne Schelling, photo by Raymond Steiner

Shrine with speakers, photo by Jason Sanche

Thrown, photo by Jason Sanche

English Translators Gyurme Avertin and James Gentry, photo by Jason Sanche

DJKR and Chinese Translators Jimmy Ma and Ven. Que Zun, photo by Arne Schelling

Audio engineer Tyler, photo by Arne Schelling

Audio team Tyler and Damchho Dorji, photo by Arne Schelling

DKCLI, photo by Jason SancheTyler with Tsok, photo by Arne Schelling

Arne at work, photo by Raymond SteinerEnglish Translators Gyurme Avertin and James Gentry, photo by Arne SchellingThartse Khen Rinpoche, Dungse Gyana Vajra, Khyentse Yangsi, Khyentse Yangsi, and Dudjom Yangsi, photo by Arne SchellingDzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche, photo by Arne Schelling

]]> http://khyentsefoundation.org/2013/01/photos-dam-ngak-dzo/feed/ 2 2012 Meetings in Bodhgaya http://khyentsefoundation.org/2012/12/2012-meetings-in-bodhgaya/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2012/12/2012-meetings-in-bodhgaya/#comments Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:53:23 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.com/?p=6183 Photo by John Solomon
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]]> http://khyentsefoundation.org/2012/08/kf-medical-camp-at-dkcli/feed/ 0 MBA Project Slideshow http://khyentsefoundation.org/2012/03/mba-project/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2012/03/mba-project/#comments Mon, 26 Mar 2012 02:53:00 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.com/?p=4934 MBA Executive Director Chris McKenna (center) with instructors Pam Dunn and Vinny FerraroMBA Project participant

Instructor Vinny Ferraro with program participants

MBA Project participantVinny Ferraro leads an MBA Project group

MBA Project teaches mindfulness works to change stress-based habits into awareness-based choices

MBA teaches mindfulness as the heart of rehabilitation An MBA Project groupVinny Ferraro, teacher-training director during a curriculum development session

]]> http://khyentsefoundation.org/2012/03/mba-project/feed/ 1 The International Network of Engaged Buddhists’ Bi-Annual Conference http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/12/the-international-network-of-engaged-buddhists%e2%80%99-bi-annual-conference/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/12/the-international-network-of-engaged-buddhists%e2%80%99-bi-annual-conference/#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 02:44:24 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.com/?p=4268 By Minette MangahasBy Minette MangahasBy Minette Mangahas
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]]> http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/12/the-international-network-of-engaged-buddhists%e2%80%99-bi-annual-conference/feed/ 0 2011 Board Meeting http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/08/2011-board-meeting/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/08/2011-board-meeting/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 21:31:12 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.com/?p=3968 Once again the meeting was held in a rarified environment. The natural beautiy of SSRC was the perfect backdrop for the lively conversations about vital issues.
The PavillionThe PavillionMeeting attendees had a beautiful commuteThe KF Board of DirectorsRinpoche is thoroughly hands on when it comes to KF decision making, spending hours going over the materials and thoughtfully participating in every aspect of the meeting.We were very happy to be graced with the presence of Meme Lama, a respected member of the new generation of teachers that KF is supporting.Our fearless executive director exploring the possibilities of the next 5 years.
Her ten years of hard work have paid off and she has done it all as a volunteer.
Amelia has worked tirelessly to upgrade the performance of the monasteries and their financial reporting.Coordinator of the Grants Committee updating the group on all of the various grants made this year and proposals for the years to come.

Investment Committee chair has a lot to smile about.

Our intrepid facilitator, Ivy Ang.

An exceptional report on the state of Buddhist education in university level institutions worldwide.A KF Advisor weighs in.Two RinpochesWe seek the advice of experts from around the world.These meetings provide an essential opportunity for our team members to meet face to face.The meeting gave patrons an opportunity to see what happens behind the scenes.Guests and board members from Kathmandu, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and CaliforniaRinpoche invited a group of younger participants to join the foundation as observers and assigned each a mentor.Young KFThe meeting paused for a short celebration of another sort, the wedding of two SSRC volunteers.Reception DinnerReception Dinner on the lakeA toastCelebratingThe future of KFThere was a lot of love going around

]]> http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/08/2011-board-meeting/feed/ 0 10 Year Anniversary Event, Vancouver http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/08/10-year-anniversary-event-vancouver/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/08/10-year-anniversary-event-vancouver/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 21:30:53 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.com/?p=4022 Tuning the piano at the Chan CenterGetting seated in the theater.Our intrepid master of ceremonies, Stuart MacFarlaneMalavika Santhosh performing a Thillana, a pure dance from the bharatnatyam repertoire, choreographed by her teacher, Jai Govinda. This Thillana is in the raga Amrita varshani, which means "the cloud that rains the nectar of non-duality."Members of the Khmer Buddhist Association of Vancouver Performing at the Khyentse Foundation 10 year anniversary celebration June 18, 2011.Rinpoche presents Cangioli with a gift for all her hard work. She has volunteered as Executive Director for 10 years. We would not be here without her!Sophia Trisoglio reads the KF Dedication Prayer written by Rinpoche.The Sangha ChoirSangha Choir singing Natalie Merchant’s Kind and Generous for the finale.

The party venue

The reception.Rinpoche handing out the thank you gifts to donors at the reception.Our Ani FriendsDavid Newman and Nanette Nelms at the reception with cupcakes.Our Cambodian guests meeting with Richard Dixey at the reception.Cupcake Mandala: blue and white for KF, pink and purple for Lotus Outreach, red and white for monasteries and yellow and purple for Siddhartha’s Intent.Isabel Pedrosa and Lynn Hoberg at the receptionPatrons Kris Yao and Jen Xiang.Cangioli Che celebrating.

]]> http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/08/10-year-anniversary-event-vancouver/feed/ 0 Rinpoche in China http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/02/rinpoche-in-china/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/02/rinpoche-in-china/#comments Sat, 05 Feb 2011 02:37:04 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.com/?p=3728 Photo by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche

Rinpoche at the leaning pagoda, Tian Ma Shan, near Shanghai. Sung Dynasty (AD 1079) at Tian Ma Shan, near Shanghai, China. Photo by Liz Cao.

Plaque at the leaning pagoda, Tian Ma Shan, near Shanghai. Photo by Liz Cao.

Leaning pagoda, Tian Ma Shan, near Shanghai. Built during the Sung Dynasty (AD 1079) at Tian Ma Shan, near Shanghai, China. Photo by Liz Cao.

Rinpoche and friends at the leaning pagoda, built during the Sung Dynasty (AD 1079) at Tian Ma Shan, near Shanghai, China. Photo by Liz Cao.

Photo by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche

Rinpoche addresses students and faculty at Peking University Chinese Cultural Institute. Photo by Cheng Chen.

A question from the audience. Photo by Cheng Chen.

An animated Rinpoche responding to the question. Translator Jimmy Ma looking on at right. Photo by Cheng Chen.

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Rinpoche teaching Madhyamika. Photo by Cheng Chen.

Flowers of appreciation. Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche with students and faculty of Peking University. Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche explains Madhyamika: Exists? Does not exist? Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche explains Madhyamika: Both? Neither? Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche explains Madhyamika, with translation by Kris Yao (left) and Jimmy Ma (right). Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche in Hangzhou

Rinpoche speaks at the Buddhist Entrepreneurs’ Centre at Lotus Pond Temple, Beijing. Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche speaks at the Buddhist Entrepreneurs Center at Lotus Pond Temple, Beijing. Photo by Cheng Chen.

Bundled up, Rinpoche demonstrate calligraphy at the Buddhist Entrepreneurs Center at Lotus Pond Temple, Beijing. Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche and friends at the Buddhist Entrepreneurs Center at Lotus Pond Temple, Beijing. Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche admiring some statues. Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche flanked by translators Kris Yao (left) and Mr. LI, President of the Buddhist Entreprenuers (right). Photo by Cheng Chen.

Rinpoche at Taihu International School, Tai Hu

Rinpoche at Taihu International School, Tai Hu

Rinpoche talking to a participant.

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]]> http://khyentsefoundation.org/2011/02/rinpoche-in-china/feed/ 1 See Inside Our 2010 Board Meeting http://khyentsefoundation.org/2010/09/3403/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2010/09/3403/#comments Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:16:36 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.com/?p=3403 Rinpoche in the sitting room of the Chateau near Toulouse, France where the 2010 KF Board Meeting was held. Photo by John Solomon.

The KF Board of Directors. Photo by Noa Jones.

Rinpoche pleased. Photo by Noa Jones.

Rinpoche thinks it over. Photo by John Solomon.

Urgent Bel. Photo by Noa Jones.

Break time. Photo by Noa Jones.

Photo by John Solomon.

Ang. Photo by Noa Jones.

Kris. Photo by Noa Jones.

Isaiah makes a point. Photo by Noa Jones.

Cangioli's presentation. Photo by Noa Jones.

Cangioli's presentation. Photo by Noa Jones.

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After the meeting, a tour of the grounds. Photo by Noa Jones.

]]> http://khyentsefoundation.org/2010/09/3403/feed/ 0 Translation Conference http://khyentsefoundation.org/2009/03/translation-conference/ http://khyentsefoundation.org/2009/03/translation-conference/#comments Sat, 28 Mar 2009 18:55:04 +0000 admin http://khyentsefoundation.com/wp/?p=2258 The glorious statue of Sarasvati, Patron of Knowledge and the Arts, welcomes participants at the entrance steps to Deer Park Institute in Bir, India
Translators met with His Holiness Karmapa in Delhi on their way to Bir for the Conference. Photo by Matthieu RicardIvy Ang and Alex Trisoglio go through last minute preparations. Photo by John Solomon
Three coaches took the translators from Delhi to Bir, a 14 hour journey. Photo by John Solomon
Jakob Leschly registering for the conference with the help of Lynn Hoberg and Linda Griffin. Photo by John Solomon
Participant enjoy the Welcome High Tea and each other’s company at the Deer Park courtyard.<br /> Front: Rinpoche catching up with Wulstan Fletcher (left) and John Canti.
From left: Khenpo Kalsang Gyaltsen, Zagtsa Paldor, Lama Doboom Tulku Rinpoche, Khenpo Choying Dorji, Pema Wangyal Rinpoche and Jigme Khyentse Rinpoche at the Welcome High Tea. Photo by Ani Kunga
Raji Ramanan reading the message from His Holiness Dalai Lama at the conference Opening Ceremony. Photo by John Solomon
The conference took place in the Manjushri Hall at Deer Park Institute. Photo by Matthieu Ricard
Rinpoche giving his keynote address. Photo by John Solomon
Rinpoche speaking in front of a rapt audience. Photo by John Solomon
Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche addressing the translators as the Conference Chair. Photo by John Solomon
Ivy Ang briefing participants on the vision process as conference facilitator. Photo by John Solomon
From left Seated: Larry Mermelstein, Matthieu Ricard making a point, Wulstan Fletcher, David Kittlestrom. Floor: Phillip Stanley, Ani Lodro Palmo, Gavin Kilty, Anne Klein and Chok Tenzin Monlam.
A scene from the conference in session. Photo by Corey Kohn
Participants listening to Robert Thurman. Photo by Corey Kohn
Robert Thurman. Photo by Corey Kohn
Jeffrey Hopkins addressing the participants through a video message. Photo by Corey Kohn
Jules Levinson reporting on the Light of Berotsana conference. Photo by Corey Kohn
John McRae hard at work. Photo by John Solomon
Tyler Dewar making his group report. Photo by John Solomon
Small group discussion: From left: Thomas Yarnall, Elizabeth Napper, Jessie Friedman, Ani Jinpa Palmo, Jules Levinson, Ani Lodro Palmo.
Another group in serious discussion: From left: Tyler Dewar, Derek Kolleeny, Scott Wellenbach, John Dunne, Ponlop Rinpoche, Raji (back)
Ani Kunga Chodron, Marcia Schmidt (with microphone), David Lunsford. Photo by John SolomonTyler Dewar and Derek Kolleeny in discussion. Photo by John Solomon
Michele Martin and Jake Dalton listening/talking to (next photo)... Photo by John Solomon
Jeff Watt and John McRae. Photo by John Solomon
Larry Mermelstein and Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche taking a break over cup of tea. Photo by John Solomon
Ponlop Rinpoche and Gene Smith connecting. Photo by John Solomon
Farewell dinner moved indoors due to sudden storm. Photo by Matthieu Ricard
Another scene from the dining hall. Photo by Matthieu Ricard
Jigme Khyentse Rinpoche addressing the participants, flanked by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche and Pema Wangyal Rinpoche.
Lamas and translators reciting the Sutra on the Recollection of the Noble Three Jewels in Sanskrit, Tibetan and English, together.
Reciting the Sutra. Photo by John Solomon
Rinpoche joking over this serious matter? Photo by John Solomon
Doboom Tulku Rinpoche, an active participant. Photo by John Solomon
Orgyen Tobgyal Rinpoche addressing the participants. Photo by John Solomon
Ponlop Rinpoche explaining a point. Photo by Corey Kohn
Jigme Khyentse Rinpoche. Photo by Corey Kohn
Pema Wangyal Rinpoche addresses the participants. Photo by Corey Kohn
Ivy Ang in action. Photo by Corey Kohn
Voting on the vision statement. Photo by John Solomon
Unanimous agreement on this one. Photo by John Solomon
The conference reached a 100 year vision, and a 25 year and a 5 year goal. Photo by Corey Kohn
John Solomon rolled out the messages of appreciation to translators received from over 11,000 dharma students worldwide during the week of the conference.
The longest appreciation letter ever… Thank you translators! And thank you all for sending the appreciation messages. Photo by Corey Kohn
A group photo under the wisdom gaze of the glorious Manjushri. Photo by Matthieu Ricard
His Holiness Dalai Lama granted an audience in Dharmsala and met with guests and conference staff. Photo by Matthieu RicardHis Holiness Dalai Lama with all the translators. Photo by Matthieu Ricard

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