Sorry, TK, your extraordinary statement could not stay hidden in another thread.
This is TK's pledge, and I assume all of us can join in such a declaration.
Sorry, TK, your extraordinary statement could not stay hidden in another thread.
This is TK's pledge, and I assume all of us can join in such a declaration.
The many Lamas on that list are sheer testament to this. They are "silent" in the politics, they don't retaliate negatively, ever, or even speak badly against anyone (including the Dalai Lama). It is by their very "silence", patience, tolerance, strength and tenacity in the face of all their obstacles that is making them grow bigger and bigger in the world.
Sometimes "silence", perhaps, speaks much louder than all the talk. There's that old adage, after all, that actions speak far louder than words.
When someone is trying to destroy a Buddhist tradition using lies, politics and coersion, it is our job to speak up.
Your attempt to unite "silence" with virtue is here noted.
If the Lamas on that list are quiet, it is either because they are deceased, children, or protecting others who would be harmed if they spoke out.
The many Lamas on that list are sheer testament to this. They are "silent" in the politics, they don't retaliate negatively, ever, or even speak badly against anyone (including the Dalai Lama). It is by their very "silence", patience, tolerance, strength and tenacity in the face of all their obstacles that is making them grow bigger and bigger in the world.
Sometimes "silence", perhaps, speaks much louder than all the talk. There's that old adage, after all, that actions speak far louder than words.
I think you are mistakenly conflating "speaking badly against someone," or "retaliating," surely non-virtuous, and speaking up for others, even when it may be awkward for someone who is up to no good. IS speaking up part of politics, as you have implied?
Re the Lamas who may still be DS practitioners and not speaking up - I do not believe that they are doing so because they are 'silenced'. i agree with HD, that the lamas who are silent are doing so because they are "protecting others who would be harmed if they spoke out."
I would never dare to judge a Lama's actions in any case, since i'm a mere amoeba compared to their learning and practice, but whatever I think of them, I try to make sure it's positive or at the very least, not negative. When the time comes, I can't wait to see how many Lamas come out of DS' closet!
Since the Lamas cannot talk now, let's talk on their behalf - with respect, humility, integrity and the correct motivation.
Hi Dharma Defender,
Do you respect the actions of the people who took to the streets to protect our Brothers in india?
According to Dharma Defender's logic Shar Gaden and Sera Pom themselves are mistakes. Why? They decided not to remain silent by not going along with the oath. So perhaps Ganden Shartse was right, since they are still "silent"?
Coming from a country where going on strike is a national past time, I am quite used to public protests, so they don't bother me as much as they would bother someone in an Asian country, where I think it is less acceptable (or just legally not allowed) to have public protests.
According to Dharma Defender's logic Shar Gaden and Sera Pom themselves are mistakes. Why? They decided not to remain silent by not going along with the oath. So perhaps Ganden Shartse was right, since they are still "silent"?
On another note, imagine the day that Kyabje Tulku Drakpa Gyeltsen unveils his identity to the public... As Panchen Sonam Drakpa, he was the Abbot of Ganden, Sera and Drepung. Would he not be the logical choice to be the abbot of Shar Gaden and Serpom? My spine tingles at the thought
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On another note, imagine the day that Kyabje Tulku Drakpa Gyeltsen unveils his identity to the public... As Panchen Sonam Drakpa, he was the Abbot of Ganden, Sera and Drepung. Would he not be the logical choice to be the abbot of Shar Gaden and Serpom? My spine tingles at the thought
Hello Duldzin
I've read this a few times now, and I am confused... to whom are you referring? I searched the threads but could not discover the meaning. Are you saying that Tulku Drakpa Gyaltsen is alive right now?
please clarify?