LISTENING, CONTEMPLATING, MEDITATING

" At this time when the difficult to gain ship of leisure and fortune has been obtained, ceaselessly hearing, pondering and meditating day and night in order to liberate oneself and others from the ocean of cyclic existence is the Bodhisattva’s practice."

The Thirty Seven Bodhisattva Practices

ABOUT KHENPO TSERING TASHI

Khenpo Tsering Tashi was born in Sershul Tibet in 1976. He took the vow of an ordained monk at age 16 from Khenpo Trig Gyaltsen in Arid Monastery in Tibet. At the age of 19, he studied the philosophy of Sutra and Tantra under the guidance of Great Khenpo, Khenchen Choying Chabdhel Rinpoche for three years. He also received the complete transmission of the Seven treasuries of Longchenpa from Khenpo Sherab, a heart disciple of Khenchen Choying Chabdhel Rinpoche. Due to his profound experience and knowledge in Buddhist philosophy, he was conferred the title of “Khenpo” by Khenchen Pema Tsewang.

Khenpo Tsering Tashi was imprisoned in 2003 for two years after Chinese officials claimed a book he wrote titled “The Future of Tibet” was against the Chinese policy. After he was released in 2006, Khenpo left Tibet for India and went to receive an audience with His Holiness The Dalai Lama. He was later appointed by the office of His Holiness The Dalai Lama to study Chinese language in Taiwan.

Khenpo has also published many books and translated several renowned classical literatures including 6th Patriarch Zen Master Hui Neng’s “Platform Sutra” and Dao Te Ching from Chinese into Tibetan.

Saga Dawa Festival & Buddha’s Birthday Celebration

We warmly invite you to one of the most profound events in the Buddhist calendar: the Saga Dawa Festival & Buddha’s Birthday Celebration. This annual event is not just a major spiritual event but also a vibrant cultural tradition offering numerous spiritual benefits:

* Mind Purification: By participating in festival rituals and chanting sessions, attendees can purify their minds, remove distractions, and enhance their inner peace and clarity.

* Merit Accumulation: In Buddhist tradition, virtuous acts lead to good karma. Engaging in festival activities is seen as a way to accumulate merit and increase spiritual welfare.

* Blessings and Wishes: The festival is a time to seek blessings for safety, health, prosperity, and happiness. Participants pray for their own well-being and that of their families, seeking to avert misfortune and fulfill their deepest wishes.

* Faith Enhancement: Participating in the festival deepens understanding and appreciation of Buddhist teachings, encouraging a more devoted practice and greater reverence for the Buddha.

The Saga Dawa Festival & Buddha’s Birthday Celebration is more than a religious ceremony—it is a cultural tradition that provides spiritual purification and comfort, deepening participants’ connection to Buddhism.

This year’s festivities will take place on Sunday, May 26th from 2 PM to 5 PM at 187 Thomas ST, Haymarket. The event will be led by the revered Ven. BanRuoShi and Tsering Tashi Khenpo, who will guide us through special rituals dedicated to Shakyamuni Buddha. We welcome everyone, whether Buddhist or not, to join us and your loved ones for this enriching celebration. May all your aspirations be fulfilled and may you enjoy peace and joy!

Latest News

Saga Dawa Festival & Buddha’s Birthday Celebration

May 2, 2024

Phowa Practice Retreat

Dear All, Yeshikhorlo cordially invites you to participate in the Phowa Practice Retreat scheduled to be held from January 12th to 14th, 2024. This retreat will take place at Sinofield Edu Retreat, located at 77 Scott Ave, Lerura NSW 2780. Event Schedule: Instructor: Khenpo Tsering Tashi Check-in: 12/1/2024, Friday, starting at 3:00 PM. Retreat Focus: Delving deeply into the

January 14, 2024

Oral Transmission of Rongsum Mahapandita Guru Yoga by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche

On March 27th, Rongsum Buddhist Channel by Yeshikhorlo Tibetan Buddhism Association is very honoured to invite Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche for an English interview via Zoom. Bestowed with this golden opportunity, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche gave an oral transmission of Rongsum Mahapandita Guru Yoga, The Seven Lines Prayer, Guru Rinpoche mantra as well as Wrathful Guru Rinpoche

March 28, 2023

The Heart Sutra Obstacle Removal Puja

On January 8, 2023, The Heart Sutra Obstacle Removal Puja was successful held by Yeshikhorlo Tibetan Buddhist Association. There were about 50 guests at the Puja along with some dharma friends who participated via Zoom live from various parts of Asia. Before the Puja, Khenpo arranged the mandala alter with volunteers and demonstrated the making

January 10, 2023

Meeting The Lotus Born

Seven Line Prayer, Le’u Dunma and the Shower of Blessings explanation, practice, meditation The six-day【Meeting The Lotus Born】retreat was successfully completed under the guidance of Khenpo Tsering Tashi. First of all, Yeshikhorlo would love to express our gratitude to Gebchak Rigpa Har-Sey to invite Yeshikhorlo to join this retreat. The retreat was held at the

October 1, 2022

【GULU RINPOCHE RETREAT】

The Gulu Rinpoche Retreat was very successful held by Yeshikhorlo Tibetan Buddhist Association. The success of our retreat is due to the combination of many factors. Firstly, we have a great instructor Khenpo Tsering Tashi to teach everyone about this special Gulu Rinpoche Retreat. Khenpo thoroughly explained and demonstrated the Dharma practice for the students

August 22, 2022

ABOUT YESHIKHORLO TIBETAN BUDDHIST ASSOCIATION

“Yeshikhorlo” in Tibetan means “Wheel of Wisdom”. It was founded and established in Sydney Australia by Khenpo Tsering Tashi in 2016.

Yeshikhorlo Tibetan Buddhist Association Is a non-profit association that offers regular online and on-site dharma teachings, courses, retreats, ceremonies, discourses, seminars and workshops.

Yeshikhorlo strives to benefit and awaken sentient beings through Buddhism, promote and maintain the roots of Tibetan traditional language and culture as well as improve the quality of human life through listening, contemplating and practicing of Buddha Dharma.

Some popular courses taught frequently at Yeshikhorloo include: Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life, Vimalakirti Sutra and Madyamaka: Entering the Middle Way and The Heart Sutra.

OUR YEARLY ONLINE COURSES

WORDS OF MY PERFECT TEACHER:

A Complete Translation of a Classic Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism Composed by the charismatic, wandering master Dza Patrul Rinpoche (1808-1887) in a retreat cave in the Tibetan valley of Dzogchen, The Words of My Perfect Teacher is a quintessential introduction to the spiritual practices common to all Tibetan Buddhist schools, in a unique combination of exceptional profundity and colourful expression. Although it was written for practitioners of the Longchenpa Nyingthik in the Nyingma tradition, it is directly accessible to the Western, modern reader who wishes to follow an authentic path to liberation. This course is a two year study program taught under the instruction of Khenpo Dza Tsering Tashi.

THE BODHICARYAVATARA:

A guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life Written in India in the 8th century by Śāntideva who was Buddhist monk at Nalanda Monastic University in India. This text has ten chapters dedicated to the development of the mind of enlightenment (Bodhicitta) through the practice of the six perfections in sankrist known as Pāramitās. The chapters include The benefits of bodhicitta (the wish to reach full enlightenment for others), Purifying bad deeds, Adopting the spirit of enlightenment, Using conscientiousness, Guarding awareness, The practice of patience, The practice of joyous effort, The practice of meditative concentration, The perfection of wisdom and Dedication. This course is a one year study program taught under the instruction of Khenpo Dza Tsering Tashi.

MADYAMAKA COURSE

Yeshikhorlo has competed the teachings of "Catuhśataka" by Arya Deva and is in the process of teaching Mādhyamakavatara by Chandrakriti. Mādhyamaka, also known as "the emptiness doctrine" refers to a tradition of Buddhist philosophy and practice is founded by Indian Buddhist monk and philosopher Nagarjuna (c. 150 – c. 250 CE). The foundational text of the Mādhyamaka tradition is Nagarjuna’s Mulamadhyamakakarika which means "Root Verses on the Middle Way”. Mādhyamaka refers to the ultimate nature of phenomena as well as the non-conceptual realization of ultimate reality. The five great reasonings of Madhyamaka elicits the realization of the true nature—Emptiness— as meditation. The roots of this extremism are grasping and clinging, the true hindrances to our realization of emptiness. So the great Madhyamaka masters used the five great reasonings to break down our grasping tendencies and usher us into the absolute nature of emptiness. Grasping and clinging are obstacles to our realization of the true nature because they do not accord with the way things are, with the natural state. They are hindrances because they take us away from the nature. The five Madhyamaka reasonings will smash down and remove our grasping and conceptual fabrications, illuminating the true nature of both subject and object.

All courses are currently on going, welcome to enroll any course that you are interested in.
The Bodhicaryavatara course Term 2 will start on 28/09/2022, welcome to enroll.

ABOUT MEMBERSHIP & DONATION

FREE BASIC MEMBER

STANDARD MEMBER

Suitable for new beginners in Buddhism
You will receive information and updates of courses, events, activities and lectures hosted by Yeshikhorlo.
You will be entitled to priority reservation for events as well as discount in prices.
Invitation to participate in annual committee meetings and thank-you event.
Annual fee AUD$20 (on time) + Registeration fee AUD$10 (one time payment)

BODHISATTVA MEMBER

Suitable for individuals who desire to study Buddhism in depth.
You will receive information and updates of courses, events, activities and lectures hosted by Yeshikholo.
You will have rights to vote in our committee meetings.
You will be entitled to priority reservation for events as well as discount in prices.
Invitation to participate in annual committee meetings and thank-you event.
Birthday special blessings and prayers by Khenpo Tsering Tashi