Phuntsok Chö Ling

10/09/2026

Tashi Delek everyone,

How are you all? 🌸

From 7th September, We have started this amazing new learning semester with Lama Jigmè Namgyal Rinpoche, and I am very happy to see so many of you following the online classes with such joy, enthusiasm, commitment and engagement. It is truly wonderful to see these virtuous qualities in our community.

I would also like to warmly thank everyone who came to Tush*ta on 6 September to celebrate with our anniversary and help with unloading the boxes. It was a warm dinner evening, and it was wonderful to see you all there. 🙏

Looking ahead, we have another very precious study weekend (from 18th to 20th September) coming up: “Transforming Anger into Peace – Inner Peace, Forgiveness and Patience”, as part of our Secular Ethics programme on emotional hygiene and emotional intelligence. It will be a very interesting and meaningful weekend, so if you have not registered yet, please do so. 🌿

Also, our ICT Director Wangpo la contacted me today and kindly asked us to join the special documentary screening “His Holiness the Dalai Lama: My Religion Is Kindness” on 25 September in Den Haag. I am sharing both links here — one for our weekend programme and one for the ICT film screening.

If you would like to come to the screening, please let me know. We will be going, and it would be wonderful to meet and attend together.

And finally, after such a meaningful summer in Switzerland and Geneva, where I spent many years, I was very happy to reconnect with so many people, greet them and thank them for their presence and kindness throughout those years.

I have also brought back some boxes with beautiful, good-quality clothes. Some of them I would love to share with anyone who might appreciate them. They are mostly small and medium sizes, so please let me know if you are interested. I already have a few people in mind who may enjoy them, and I am also planning to bring some of the clothes to India.

It is quite funny how life changes — there was a time when I wore some of these beautiful quality clothes myself & I am very happy to pass them on. Now I am not wearing nicely and very manly as remarked by my kind sisters. This too shall pass. Right?😊

So, September is already becoming a very precious and meaningful month for us — a month for learning, reflection, compassion and transformation.

Our prayers are always with all those who are suffering, those who have lost their lives, and those who are still missing. At this time, our prayers are especially with everyone affected around the Tibet–Nepal border.

Please continue to recite the compassion mantras, as requested by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. 🙏

I also hope that, in the future, we can establish a Dolkar Ling foundation connected with these kinds of emergency and sustainable projects, particularly supporting Tibetan & Himalayan regions, so that we can contribute and serve together in a meaningful way. We are already sending informally where we can.

Wishing you all a wonderful, meaningful September filled with reflection, compassion and inner peace.

Tashi Delek 🙏🌸
Khandrola

https://www.phuntsokcholing.org/event/from-anger-to-inner-peace-2026/

https://savetibet.eu/nl/agenda/den-haag-tibet-film-days-2026-special-screening/

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SEPT 18 - 20
From Anger to Inner Peace 2026
The Power of Patience
Everyone knows the feeling: a sudden flash of irritation, a sharp reaction, or deep-seated frustration. Anger is a powerful emotion that not only disturbs our own peace of mind but also strains our relationships with those around us. Even a single moment of anger can wipe out a lifetime of merit in an instant. In our fast-paced culture, anger and impatience often seem to have the upper hand. Yet, there is a proven remedy. The direct ‘antidote’ to anger is the cultivation of patience.

A Universal Practice (subtitle) Patience is much more than just ‘waiting’. In the Buddhist tradition, it is called a Paramita: a ‘perfection’ or a liberating action that helps us stay stable, regardless of the circumstances. This approach is universal and practically applicable for everyone, whether you are an experienced practitioner or simply looking for more balance in your daily life. Study Weekend with Lama Jigmé Rinpoche (subtitle) During this weekend, we dive deep into the texts and techniques that teach us how to integrate patience as an active force. Our study is based on the fundamental insights from the texts of the great master Nagarjuna.

Under the expert guidance of our precious teacher, Lama Jigmé Rinpoche, you will learn how to recognize the destructive energy of anger and transform it into an attitude of openness and compassion.

When: September 18 – 20 Location: Phuntsok Chö Ling, Rotterdam (and online)

For whom: Everyone interested in personal growth and inner stability. Discover how patience can be the key to a more peaceful life and a clear mind. Register now and transform how you handle the challenges of everyday life.



Weekend Attendance Options

To make all temple events accessible to everyone, we offer three ways to participate:

1) On-site Participation
Join us in person at the temple:
Phuntsok Chö Ling
Oostkousdijk 17B
3024 CL Rotterdam

2) Online Participation
For those unable to come to the temple, online participation is available.
You will receive the access link immediately after registration.

3) Recordings
If you are unable to attend during the weekend, recordings can be requested.
Please register in advance and contact: [email protected] to receive access.

These options are available for all temple events to support wider participation.

Practical information
Times: September 18, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Other days, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM, (Tempel open at 9:00 AM and with optional practise in the afternoon)
Lunch: Coffee, tea & snack (lunch not included).
Language: English.

29/08/2026

28.8.26 - From the solitary mountains, Lama Rinpoche is meditating and praying with humility for all those and families who have lost their lives, those who are still missing, and everyone going through different kinds of pain, fear, distress and uncertainty—especially those near the Tibet–Nepal border during these particular days.

May our sincere prayers and compassion reach everyone affected, wherever they may be.

Sending bodhichitta, love, and prayers to all sentient beings. May everyone protect, preserve and respect Mother Nature, especially our Tibet’s fragile environment and ecosystems. 🙏💙🪷

Om Mani Padme Hum. We shall see you soon in September at Rotterdam.

https://www.phuntsokcholing.org/event/from-anger-to-inner-peace-2026/

https://www.phuntsokcholing.org/event/10-day-silent-retreat/

03/08/2026

“Tashi Delek, everyone. 🙏
We have just completed a beautiful and inspiring 10-day Chöd Retreat. Each year, Rinpoche offers unique teachings, and this year we were grateful to welcome over 31 participants from around the world, both at the temple and online.

Our heartfelt thanks to Rinpoche for sharing these precious teachings with such generosity, and to all the volunteers, karma yogis, facilitators, and supporters who made this retreat possible. 🙏

One of the key reminders from this retreat: everything depends on our own mind. Samsara and nirvana are both within us—it is up to us to let go of ego, fear, and hope.

We wish everyone a joyful and meaningful summer! 🌸 We look forward to welcoming you back on 7 September for the new semester, with upcoming retreats and teachings open to everyone.

If you’d like to support Phuntsok Chö Ling, you can become a member or make a donation to help us continue offering these precious Dharma teachings.

Tashi Delek,
Khandrola
On behalf of Phuntsok Chö Ling Temple 🙏”

23/07/2026

https://www.phuntsokcholing.org/event/chod-retreat/

Chöd – literally “cutting through” – is a unique and powerful Vajrayana practice that originates with the great Yogini Machig Labdrön (1055–1149). In Chöd we invite what we would normally avoid: our fears, attachments, and projections. Instead of fighting against them, we learn to face ...

13/07/2026

𝐂𝐡ö𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Cutting Through Ego-Clinging

From July 24 – August 2, 2026, join us for a rare opportunity to receive the authentic transmission of Chöd with our precious teacher Lama Jigmé Rinpoche.

Chöd, meaning “cutting through,” is a profound Vajrayana practice originating from the great yogini Machig Labdrön (1055–1149). Rather than avoiding our fears, attachments, and difficult emotions, Chöd teaches us to meet them with wisdom, transforming them into a path of freedom.

At the heart of this practice is radical generosity—the symbolic offering of our own body for the benefit of all beings. Through this, we gradually loosen our attachment to a solid sense of self, allowing compassion, courage, and fearlessness to naturally arise.

In today’s uncertain world, Chöd offers timeless methods for working with fear and turning life’s challenges into opportunities for awakening.

With his warm, clear, and practical guidance, Lama Jigmé Rinpoche will lead participants step by step through this profound practice, making these ancient teachings accessible and directly applicable to everyday life.

✨ 3 Participation options:
• Attend in person at Phuntsok Chö Ling, Rotterdam
• Join online from anywhere in the world
• Recordings available upon request for registered participants

Practical Information
📅 Dates: July 24 – August 2, 2026
🕢 Opening session: July 24 | 7:30–9:00 PM
🕤 Daily sessions: July 25 – August 2 | 9:30 AM–1:00 PM (optional afternoon practice)
🌍 Language: English
📍 Location: Phuntsok Chö Ling, Rotterdam
☕ Coffee, tea & snacks included (lunch not included).

Whether you are new to Chöd or wish to deepen your practice, we warmly welcome you to this special retreat.

🔗 Registration is now open. We look forward to practicing together.

13/07/2026

13.7.26
Tashi Delek, everyone!

Warm greetings from Lama Jigmé Namgyal Rinpoche and from all of us at Phuntsok Chö Ling Temple.

What an inspiring and joyful weekend we shared together as we celebrated the legacy of the Living Buddha of Compassion, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, on the occasion of his 91st birthday.

It was a truly beautiful gathering filled with loving-kindness meditation, joy, and community. We were especially happy to welcome children, babies, and everyone. Seeing the younger generation participate felt deeply auspicious—planting precious seeds of love, kindness, and compassion for the future.

A heartfelt thank you to Lhamo for sharing prayers in Nepalese language and Marta for organizing the wonderful Sacred Tibetan Lotus Painting Workshop in the temple foyer. It was a beautiful opportunity for everyone to experience Tibetan sacred art.

We also extend our sincere gratitude to Uliana- our 14 year old temple daughter, together with Mila and her mother, for offering such a touching musical presentation. Three generations of Ukrainian women came together to share traditional folk songs celebrating a mother’s unconditional love. Their heartfelt performance deeply touched us all and beautifully reflected the universal language of compassion. We then enjoyed a warm and convivial lunch together as a community.

Yesterday, during the Sunday meditation, Rinpoche gave a precious teaching on impermanence. He encouraged us to practice meditation on impermanence, especially during difficult times, reminding us to give ourselves and others space, patience, and kindness. His advice for this week is simple yet profound: enjoy each day, do not worry about tomorrow, and cultivate a joyful, positive heart in every moment.

Before the summer break, I would like to invite you to one of the most important retreats of the year.

Our annual Chöd Retreat begins on 24 July. Chöd is an ancient Tibetan Buddhist practice for cutting through ego, fear, attachment, and ignorance, revealing our true nature with wisdom and compassion. Rinpoche has a remarkable gift for making these profound teachings accessible and practical for our modern Western lives.

During the retreat, we will also spend one day practicing together in nature, by the beach, bringing the teachings directly into our experience.

You are welcome to attend the full 10-day retreat in temple, or join online if you cannot be present in person. If your schedule does not allow you to attend live, you can still register and receive the recordings afterwards. Even simply listening to the teachings and the sacred chanting again and again is considered a great blessing.

Please register through the temple website, and feel free to share this invitation with your family, friends, and anyone who may benefit from these precious teachings.

After the Chöd Retreat, our summer schedule will conclude, and our new semester of classes will begin on 7th September.

Thank you all for your kindness, your generosity, and your presence in our community. We look forward to practicing together and hope to see many of you at the Chöd Retreat.

Mudita,
Khandrola

https://www.phuntsokcholing.org/event/chod-retreat/

09/07/2026

THANK YOU MESSAGE

I would like to thank you all for your greetings on my 91st birthday. As I mentioned to those gathered here in Leh, Ladakh, India on 6 July, when I look back on my life, I see that the core of my practice has been to be of benefit to others. That is the altruistic motivation with which I wake up every day.

Spreading compassion and kindness continues to be my life's primary mission. Such an attitude is essential to making our world a better place for everyone. I therefore call on my brothers and sisters everywhere, both young and old, to practice warm-heartedness and compassion, with genuine concern for the well-being of others. To be able to do so is, I believe, what it means to lead a meaningful and purposeful life of service.

As you may be aware, following a successful medical procedure on my left knee in New Delhi last month, I have since been recuperating here in Ladakh. As in past years, I find the climate here at this time of year well suited to my health, and I therefore plan to remain in Ladakh for the next several weeks.

With my prayers and good wishes,

DALAI LAMA

8 July 2026

06/07/2026

6.7.26
Birthday Offering to His Holiness the Dalai Lama on His 91st Birthday
On behalf of Phuntsok Chö Ling Temple in Rotterdam and Tibetan Cultural Centre in Luxembourg

Your Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama,

With deepest reverence and gratitude, every moment of compassion is dedicated to you. Every thought of loving kindness that arises for all sentient beings is a humble offering to you and to your immeasurable kindness.

On this joyful occasion of your 91st birthday in Leh, Ladakh, so close to the sacred land of Tibet, everyone at Phuntsok Chö Ling Temple offers heartfelt prayers for your long life, excellent health, and the complete fulfillment of all your aspirations. May you continue to turn the Wheel of Dharma for the benefit of beings throughout the world.

Today, as a humble offering for your birthday, we meditated and reflected on your teachings by reading The Stages of Meditation, based on the precious instructions you gave in Manali, Khandrola’s hometown in 1989. It remains one of the clearest guides to the Buddhist path. For Khandrola, It was a great blessing to receive those teachings together with her mother and school children, and they continue to inspire every aspect of their practice.

In these teachings, Your Holiness explains that the path to enlightenment begins with cultivating a sincere motivation to benefit all sentient beings. Meditation is not merely a method for calming the mind, but a profound transformation of the heart. Genuine progress arises through the union of compassion and wisdom. Compassion gives rise to the courageous wish to free all beings from suffering, while wisdom realizes the true nature of reality. Together, supported by skillful means, they become the complete path to Buddhahood.

You also remind us that meditation is not separate from daily life. Every action, every encounter, and every challenge becomes an opportunity to cultivate patience, kindness, ethical discipline, mindfulness, and insight. In this way, meditation becomes a living practice that transforms ourselves and benefits others.

Your teachings have always emphasized that universal responsibility and compassion are not only Buddhist ideals but essential human values. In a world often divided by fear and conflict, you continue to show that genuine peace begins within each individual heart and naturally extends outward to families, communities, nations, and ultimately to all sentient beings.

On this auspicious day, we renew our commitment to practice your advice: to cultivate a warm heart, to cherish others, to deepen our understanding through study and contemplation, and to unite compassion with wisdom in every aspect of our lives.

May your life remain stable for hundreds of years. May all obstacles to your activities be pacified. May the Dharma flourish in every direction. May Tibet preserve its precious spiritual heritage and continue to be a source of wisdom, compassion, and peace for the entire world.

With profound gratitude for your boundless kindness, we dedicate all virtues accumulated today to your long life and to the awakening of all sentient beings.

Happy 91st Birthday, Your Holiness.

With deepest respect and prayers,

Lama Jigmè Namgyal Rinpoche, Founder, Phuntsok Chö Ling Temple
On behalf of the Phuntsok Chö Ling community in Rotterdam

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05/07/2026