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Etiquettes

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It is mandatory to carry a valid photo ID proof while visiting Rumtek monastery, because it is checked by the ...

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Priests

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Vajra master, chant master, and resident monks are priests of the monastery.

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Prayers

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1st lunar monthFrom 9th to15th day:  prayer for the long-life of His Holiness Karmapa From 23rd to 27th day: prayer of ...

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Offerings

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Several offerings such as prayers, sand mandala, and Tormas, are made in front of the statue of Buddha for the ...

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Prasad

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Food Tormas made from barley, wheat flour, or cooked rice and butter are taken as Prasad by the devotees.

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Mantras

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The monks and students of the monastery chant the mantra “Om Mani Peme Hung”. It means that by following a ...

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Chanting

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"Om Vasudhare Svaha”. This is a prayer to the goddess, Vasudhara. The chant is repeated 108 times in order to ...

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Chanting

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