In the history of theQing Dynasty(1644-1911),two DalaiLamas and onePanchen Erdeni went toBeijing for an audiencewith the emperor.Theywere the 5th Dalai Lama,who went in 1652,he
At 18:30 on the evening of June 15, horns were blown as the 11th Panchen Erdeni stepped out of the Sunlight Hall of the Tashilhungpo Monastery in Xigaze into the Dorgyia Courtyard, where he was seated on the throne pr...At 18:30 on the evening of June 15, horns were blown as the 11th Panchen Erdeni stepped out of the Sunlight Hall of the Tashilhungpo Monastery in Xigaze into the Dorgyia Courtyard, where he was seated on the throne prepared for him.When all of the 500-odd monks present had taken their own seats, the young Buddhist master led them to recite the Sutra of Tara and eight other sutras.The sutra recitation lasted about 90 minutes. The young master, seated on his throne from beginning to end, never stumbled while the monks recited with closed eyes and lowered heads, obvi-展开更多
From May 11 to June27,2001,the 11thPanchen Erdeni vis-ited Zhejiang andShanghai. He was accompa-nied by Lama Cering,Directorof the Democratic Manage-ment Committee of the Tashil-hungpo Monastery.
Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karm...Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karma Kagyu sect pioneered the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in the 13th century,this tradition has continued for more than 700 years.Since the Gelug sect adopted the reincarnation practice in the 16th century,resulting in major lineages such as the Dalai Lama and Panchen Erdeni reincarnations,the system has now held a history of over 400 years.Since the Yuan Dynasty(1271-1368),successive central governments of China have,without exception,strengthened administration over reincarnation matters.In the 57th year of the reign of Emperor Qianlong(1792)of the Qing Dynasty,the Golden Urn Lot-Drawing System was formally established.This system has remained in place up to the present day.Demonstrating national sovereignty,governmental authority,as well as the sacredness and impartiality of Buddhism,it has effectively prevented corruption and malpractice during the reincarnation process.展开更多
Xi Jinping,general secretary of the Communist Party of China(CPC)Central Committee,Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission,received a visit from Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po at Zhongnanha...Xi Jinping,general secretary of the Communist Party of China(CPC)Central Committee,Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission,received a visit from Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po at Zhongnanhai in Beijing on June 6.展开更多
Panchen Erdeni Choskyi Gyaltsen has a very special place in the hearts of the Tibetan people. One of the most beloved religious figures and a great master in the world of Buddhism,the 10th Panchen Lama has spent his e...Panchen Erdeni Choskyi Gyaltsen has a very special place in the hearts of the Tibetan people. One of the most beloved religious figures and a great master in the world of Buddhism,the 10th Panchen Lama has spent his entire life doing whatever possible to strengthen a feeling of solidarity among Chinese ethnicities and maintain a sense of national unity among the great many forces attempting to fragment China and scatter its people.展开更多
文摘In the history of theQing Dynasty(1644-1911),two DalaiLamas and onePanchen Erdeni went toBeijing for an audiencewith the emperor.Theywere the 5th Dalai Lama,who went in 1652,he
文摘At 18:30 on the evening of June 15, horns were blown as the 11th Panchen Erdeni stepped out of the Sunlight Hall of the Tashilhungpo Monastery in Xigaze into the Dorgyia Courtyard, where he was seated on the throne prepared for him.When all of the 500-odd monks present had taken their own seats, the young Buddhist master led them to recite the Sutra of Tara and eight other sutras.The sutra recitation lasted about 90 minutes. The young master, seated on his throne from beginning to end, never stumbled while the monks recited with closed eyes and lowered heads, obvi-
文摘From May 11 to June27,2001,the 11thPanchen Erdeni vis-ited Zhejiang andShanghai. He was accompa-nied by Lama Cering,Directorof the Democratic Manage-ment Committee of the Tashil-hungpo Monastery.
文摘Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karma Kagyu sect pioneered the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in the 13th century,this tradition has continued for more than 700 years.Since the Gelug sect adopted the reincarnation practice in the 16th century,resulting in major lineages such as the Dalai Lama and Panchen Erdeni reincarnations,the system has now held a history of over 400 years.Since the Yuan Dynasty(1271-1368),successive central governments of China have,without exception,strengthened administration over reincarnation matters.In the 57th year of the reign of Emperor Qianlong(1792)of the Qing Dynasty,the Golden Urn Lot-Drawing System was formally established.This system has remained in place up to the present day.Demonstrating national sovereignty,governmental authority,as well as the sacredness and impartiality of Buddhism,it has effectively prevented corruption and malpractice during the reincarnation process.
文摘Xi Jinping,general secretary of the Communist Party of China(CPC)Central Committee,Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission,received a visit from Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po at Zhongnanhai in Beijing on June 6.
文摘Panchen Erdeni Choskyi Gyaltsen has a very special place in the hearts of the Tibetan people. One of the most beloved religious figures and a great master in the world of Buddhism,the 10th Panchen Lama has spent his entire life doing whatever possible to strengthen a feeling of solidarity among Chinese ethnicities and maintain a sense of national unity among the great many forces attempting to fragment China and scatter its people.
