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Summer Retreat Yarney 2025

Dear Dharma brothers and sister,

I am writing to share with you how our upcoming Summer Retreat also known as Yarney, relates to the importance of preserving and continuing the ancient rituals and specifically the teachings of our Tibetan monastery. Despite the challenges faced during and after the Tibetan revolution and exodus, we have diligently worked to uphold these sacred practices.
Our annual Sgrub Mchods rituals, which have been deeply rooted in the traditions of our monastery since the 15th century, are conducted with faithful devotion, upholding the monastic vows and commitments.

During the Summer Retreat, in accordance with the Buddha’s command, we seize the opportunity to engage in these special rituals that have been orally transmitted from teacher to disciple for generations. These efforts are a continuation of the hard work and dedication of our Venerable Abbots, who strived to maintain and restore the monastery’s activities here in Nepal.
We are committed to furthering these precious rituals, ensuring that the teachings, particularly the oral instructions of Lama Tsongkhapa (Jamgon Snyan Rgyud), are preserved, continue to be passed down to our current and future monks, and spread throughout this world.

We pray for the long life of all pure Dharma holders, the well-being of our sponsors, and the liberation of all sentient beings from diseases, wars, stress, and all conditions of degenerate times.
May they attain both temporary and ultimate happiness forever.
Your support is crucial in fulfilling these noble wishes. Thank you for your continued generosity and dedication.

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Sincerely Yours,

Khen Lama Palden
Abbot, Segyu Gaden Phodrang Monastery, Nepal

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Opportunity to Support Our Summer Retreat

As the warm embrace of summer envelops us, Segyu Gaden Phodrang is preparing for our annual summer retreat—a time-honoured tradition devoted to preserving and continuing our rich monastic rituals and teachings.

This retreat is not only a period of deep spiritual practice for our monks but also a vital time to uphold and sustain the spiritual heritage passed down through generations.

We humbly invite you, our cherished community, to take part in this meaningful endeavour. Your heartfelt support and offerings will directly benefit the 150 monks participating in the retreat at our monastery.

Click on the button below to check out our new donation page.

The 2025 Rainy Season Retreat at Segyu Gaden Phodrang Monastery is an intensive period of spiritual practice and ceremonies, scheduled from August 8 to September 21. Below is a concise summary of the key events:

  • August 8: Initiation of the retreat with a Monastic Confession Ceremony and preparation for the 13 Yamantaka’s Great Consecration.

  • August 9-11: 13 Deity Yamantaka Intensive Sadhana Sessions and Fire Puja Offerings.

  • August 12-13: Tara Thread Cross Ceremony.

  • August 14-18: Heruka Chakrasambara Intensive Sadhana Sessions with Fire Puja Offering.

  • August 19-27: Guhyasamaja Sand Mandala construction.

  • August 20-22: Reading of the Kangyur, 105 volumes of Buddha’s texts.

  • August 22-23: Simhanada Nagas Rite and intensive Naga ritual.

  • August 24: International Great Protector Dorje Shugden Celebration.

  • August 25-27: Reading of 225 volumes of translated commentaries of Buddha (Tripitaka).

  • August 28-September 1: Guhyasamaja Intensive Sadhana Session and Fire Puja Offering.

  • September 2-6: Increasing pujas of White Mahakala, Veshermana, and Ratna Shugden.

  • September 7: Reading of the 17th chapter Guhyasamaja Tantra texts.

  • September 8-9: Great Kangso preparation.

  • September 10-13: Great Kangso offering to various deities.

  • September 14: 552nd Death Anniversary Offering for Great Master Dhulwa Zenpa Palden Sangpo.

  • September 15-17: White Umbrella Goddess offering preparation for averting epidemics.

  • September 16: Vajra Yogini waxing moon offering.

  • September 18-20: White Umbrella Goddess actual offering and Torgyag.

  • September 21: Closing with a Confession Ceremony and start of a 7-day monks’ holiday.

This retreat is a period of deep spiritual engagement through various ceremonies and practices, providing opportunities for growth and reflection.

We welcome all visitors and guests to come and learn more about this precious gem of a monastery.

Summer Retreat Yarney 2025