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2018 Water Project Update

Tehor, Tibet

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Volunteers conducted another series of tests and looked at the feasibility of implementing green technologies in the construction of the new monastery in Rinpoche's Tehor, Tibet region.
(Read full report >> here.)

2017 Tibet Water Project

Tehor, Tibet

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Volunteers tested the water quality of the villages in Rinpoche's villages in Tehor.

2016 Pet Blessing

Emaho Center 

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At the fall fundraiser in November, Rinpoche blessed all kinds of pets!

2015 Nepal Earthquake Relief Effort

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In the aftermath of the massive April 2015 earthquake, the Emaho Foundation Care Team brought needed supplies and assistance to some of the most remote areas in the region.

Tibet Trip

Tehor, Tibet - Photos by George

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Rinpoche took his first trip to Tibet in 2006 and returned in 2007. He was greeted by thousands of people, some who have waited a generation for him to return to his home region.

India Pilgrimage

Dharamsala, India - Photos by Christine Keith

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Every year His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama gives teachings at his home monastery in Dharamsala in North India. People from all countries attend for these in-depth traditional Tibetan teachings.

Bodhgaya, India - Photos by Christine Keith

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The most famous pilgrimage site for Buddhist practitioners, Bodhgaya is the place where Shakyamuni Buddha realized his fullest potential and passed beyond all suffering.

Vulture Peak, India - Photos by Christine Keith

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Vulture Peak mountain is where the Buddha gave the first turning of the Prajnaparmita or wisdom teachings. It is here that he is believed to have transmitted the famous Heart of Wisdom Sutra.

Deer Park in Sarnath, India - Photos by Christine Keith

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The Buddha emerged from the forest after realizing Enlightenment and gave his first teaching known as the Four Noble Truths in Deer Park nearly 2500 years ago. He clarified the fourfold cause and effect of the condition of struggling and the path to go beyond into ultimate peace.

Nalanda Monastery Site, India - Photos by Christine Keith

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Nalanda Monastery was home to more than 10,000 monks and scholars and was considered the definitive learning institution of its time. It was home to great realized masters like Nagarjuna, Aryadeva, Chandrakirti, and Shantideva to name a few. His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama frequently praises the great achievements and he composed a praise dedicated to them.

Mysore, India - Photos by Christine Keith and James Riviezzo

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Mysore was the first stop on the 2005 trip. For many it was the first exposure to the rich culture of India. Mysore is known for its fabric and sandalwood trade.

Bylakuppe, India - Photos by Christine Keith

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Bylakuppe was home to many displaced Tibetan refugees. Many of the monastaries from Tibet have been rebuilt in this area and has become a rich and welcoming Tibetan community. Many of our teachers who have traveled to the west lived and trained in this South India province.

Tantric University-  Photos by Christine Keith

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The Tantric University is where many go to receive their higher education in Buddhist studies . This is only after completing the more than 10 years required to become a geshe in the monastic system.

Retreats and Empowerments

Palden Lhamo Retreat Photos by Christine Keith

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Flagstaff, Arizona 2007

Medicine Buddha Retreat

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Flagstaff, Arizona 2006

Green Tara Retreat Photos by Christine Keith

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Flagstaff, Arizona 2005

Special Events

Zone of Ahimsa Peace Celebration Photos by Christine Keith

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Another annual event that Emaho hosts is the Zone of Ahimsa Peace Celebration. Every December in commemmoration of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama's Nobel Peace prize award Emaho hold a number of events around the community that promote the non-violent ideals that drive His Holiness in his quest for peace.