Students from the Flowering Dharma Delhi Chapter joined the sacred event organised by Tibet House at the National Museum to mark Tibetan Losar along with other participants. Keeping with the Tibetan tradition of beginning Losar with reverence and pure intention, students joined the gathering to offer ‘Chak’ the traditional Tibetan Losar greeting and to convey their heartfelt wishes to Ven. Geshe Dorjee Damdul la . They also offered prayers for his long life, good health and expressed deep gratitude for his continued guidance.
The main highlight was taking of the Aspirational Bodhisattva Vows, led by Venerable Geshe la which unfolded in a sacred atmosphere, with more than 150 participants setting clear intentions and beginning Losar through mindfulness.
We respectfully offered a traditional thangka of Arya Amitayush , symbolising (Buddha of long life)
The sacred Buddha relics preserved at the National Museum stand as timeless reminders of the Buddha’s enlightened life and teachings.
The ceremony concluded with prayers dedicated to universal peace and happiness, followed by a cake-cutting session symbolising unity and meaningful beginning.
After the main event, few of us also took the opportunity to visit the nearby sacred Buddha relics exhibition that is currently open in New Delhi. The International Exposition of the Sacred Piprahwa Relics, titled “The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One,”
Visiting the exhibition at the museum was an inspiring experience for all of us. We got the chance to observe these ancient sacred relics up close, learn about their history and significance, and reflect on the deep cultural and spiritual heritage they represent.
~ Jigmet dolker
( Flowering Dharma Delhi)
