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Guide to the Main Shrine RoomThe shrine room was established in 1984 by His Holiness Jigdal Dagchen Sakya.CONSECRATIONSSakya Monastery has been consecrated by many lamas, including His Holiness The FourteenthDalai Lama, His Holiness Jigdal Dagchen Sakya, and His Holiness Sakya Trizin.MONASTERY REMODELINGUnder the direction of His Holiness Jigdal Dagchen Sakya, the remodeling of Sakya Monastery beganwhen the building was purchased in 1984. The work has been accomplished thanks to donationsfrom faithful patrons, Monastery members, and the Head Lama’s family members. Every Saturday,members and friends volunteer to assist with the upkeep of the Monastery and any currentprojects.THE MAIN SHRINEUpon entering the Shrine Room, you will see a triple life-size statue of Shakyamuni Buddha. Hisright hand touches the earth in the “Demon Vanquishing” or “Earth Touching” mudra and his lefthand in the meditation position holds his alms bowl.To the Buddha’s far right is the life-size statue of Sachen Kunga Nyingpo (1092-1158), founder ofthe Sakya School of Tibetan Buddhism and progenitor of the Sakya-Khön lineage of lamas. Hisright hand is in the “Giving” mudra, his left holds the stem of the lotus, symbolizing compassion andthe Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara.On the Buddha’s far left is Sakya Pandita (1182-1251), the grandson of Sachen Kunga Nyingpo.Page 13Short Overview of Tibetan Buddhism5
He was well known for being the most accomplished of Sakya lamas and the most learned Tibetan ofhis time. His hands are in the “Bestowing the Wheel of Dharma” mudra, the right holding the stem of alotus upon which rests the flaming sword symbolizing discriminating insight and the Bodhisattva Mañjushri;the text of the Perfection of Discriminating Insight rests upon the lotus held in his left hand. Hewears the hat of an Indian pandit.The statues are hollow, made of clay mixed with various herbs and sculpted on wood and wire framesby master artists Sonam Wangchuk and Kalsang Lodo from Dharamsala from October 1994 to April1995. The Buddha’s aureole is made of lightweight plastic based on an original in clay made by the twomaster artists. The statues and backdrop are covered in gold leaf and paint.To Sachen’s right is a glass case containing the Kanjur, the “Translated Word” of the Buddha, and toSakya Pandita’s left is a case containing the Tanjur, the “Translated Treatises”. These two collectionsof block prints, constituting the Tibetan Buddhist scriptures, were recently printed from blocks carved inthe 1730’s and kept at Derge in Eastern Tibet. Above the Kanjur is a painting of Hevajra, and above theTanjur is a painting of Vajrayogini, both from Nepal.Between the Buddha and Sachen is a statue of White Tara and along the east wall is a Green Tarastatue. Both are gifts of Dagmo Kusho Jamyang Sakya and were made in Nepal. Between the Buddhaand Sakya Pandita is a statue of Padmasambhava dedicated to the memory of H.H. Trinly Sakyapa.The rosewood offering tables are the donation of devout patrons from overseas. The garuda over theSHRINE ROOM ETIQUETTEPlease turn off all cell phones. Taking photographs or video is not allowed without the specificpermission of the Monastery administrator.What to Wear:• Remove shoes (preferably, leave downstairs).• Dress in clean, neat clothing.• Please don't wear revealing clothing - your knees, legs, shoulders, and midriff should becovered. Shawls are available to cover these portions of the body. Please ask a greeter for one,if needed. Optionally, men or women may wear shawls or Adhis (layman’s maroon and whiteshawl) out of respect.• Remove hat (unless it has religious significance).While in the Shrine room:• Do three prostrations towards the shrine (optional).• Be silent and courteous.• Be respectful to all religious objects in the Shrine room.• It is proper etiquette not to have the soles of one's feet facing the shrine or the lama.• Out of respect for the Dharma (Lord Buddha's teachings), please do not put practice booksdirectly on the floor or cushion. Put them on a bookstand, cloth, or your lap.• When visiting a lama, offer a white scarf (katag) and a heart-felt offering gift (flowers, fruit,incense, money or anything that pleases the lama).• Treat lamas, monks and nuns with respect, dignity and courtesy.Page 14Guide to Main Shrine Room6
Page 1 and 2: Sakya Monastery of Tibetan Buddhism
Page 3 and 4: PURPOSEThe purpose of Sakya Monaste
Page 5 and 6: the teaching of the Buddha through
Page 7 and 8: THE SAKYA NAMEIn 1042, Atisha, the
Page 9 and 10: East Tibet to complete his religiou
Page 11 and 12: path of spiritual liberation to num
Page 13: THE DEVELOPMENT OF BUDDHISM IN TIBE
Page 17 and 18: with reworked photographs: H. H. Tr
Page 19 and 20: THE SIGNIFICANCE OF REFUGEThere is
Page 21 and 22: CHENREZI: AN OCEAN OF COMPASSIONNex
Page 23 and 24: Special Tibetan Buddhist Ceremonies
Page 25 and 26: Children’s DharmaSchoolThe goal o
Page 27 and 28: Tara MeditationCenterOVERVIEWNear F

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