Sertok Erected at Gomde New York
Hilary Herdman
August 8, 2019
In July 2019, on Guru Rinpoche Day, Tulku Migmar Tsering consecrated the sertok that was erected atop the main shrine barn at Gomde New York.
Buddhist Arts
Tibetan Ritual Music
Hilary Herdman
July 30, 2019
Tibetan ritual music makes a major impression on newcomers to Tibetan Buddhist pūjās.
Dharma Wheel and Pair of Deer
Hilary Herdman
September 12, 2017
We may notice certain representations such as a Dharma wheel with two deer gazing steadily at it appear frequently. Why do we see this image on every monastery?
Ritual Dance: Tibetan Buddhist ‘cham
Hilary Herdman
August 27, 2017
Ritual dance performances occur on special days in the Tibetan calendar, particularly around the new year, and are an important way of transmitting the Dharma.
Maṇi Wheels Spreading the Dharma
Hilary Herdman
August 20, 2017
When we spin maṇi wheels in a clockwise direction, rolls of paper (or film) printed with mantras spin. In this way, we are turning the wheel of the Dharma for the benefit of sentient beings and accumulating merit.
Prayer Flags
Hilary Herdman
July 20, 2017
Prayer flags have now become very popular throughout the world. What is their history and significance?
Gar Cham – Meditative Dance – “Lama Dance”
Hilary Herdman
February 6, 2016
Meditative Dance Tibetan Meditative Dance, or Gar Cham , often referred to as “Lama dance”, is a ritual performance. Lamas and practitioners dance within the