Astrology

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12/11/2010     Saturday

Dream day!  Artistry, relaxation and creativity are highlighted today.  Take a break.  Go on a picnic, dancing, or to the movies.  A sense of bewilderment can appear, as though you’d forgotten to do something.  In fact, double-check everything you do today.  Backtracking can be necessary, so give yourself plenty of time.  Communication can be confused or missed.  You have entered a time of going over what has been done previously.  This is not the time to begin anything brand new, particularly not an idea that just popped up out of nowhere.  You’ll spend time returning gifts you’ve bought, and telling people things for the third time.  Relax, go with the flow and you’ll be happy.  Do not sign contracts unless you have gone over and over them in the past. Wait.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Empowering the Feminine

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It seems to me the only way to end abuse of women worldwide is for us to stick together in solidarity. When I see a female throw in with patriarchy, I think she isn’t a woman at all.

Perhaps we bear children, perhaps not. We may wear pants or dresses and lipstick; that is not what makes us women. It is our capacity to love. Sure men love too. It is different, like shades of color. But women can bring life! We are supremely equipped to nurture.

When I see a woman play patriarchy it sickens me. Who are we, then? Do we have any self respect? No, so we learn to hate. Have we nothing to offer? Do I think we should have a Matriarchal society? Hmmm. Maybe for a while, so we can balance out. I hope we have a world of freedom for all. Where women and men support and nurture each other, that is perfect. It will take time. Most folks don’t know true nurturing, so we must learn.

Women who are dominated by men tend to lose their gifts. If the man is a Svengali type she can lose her ethics, and her mind. Women can never put their trust in sweet talk and promises, they may be a con. Look for character, compassion, ethics don’t sell out. Women are worth far more than they know! If we honor our worth we will never again put up with abuse, lies, disrespect. You can’t have a world without us!

One of my favorite things as a child was the sound of women working in the kitchen talking quietly and kindly to each other. I felt safe.

Women and men alike, please hear me. Never live a lie. Never walk on eggshells for anyone. Never delete your dignity, or self respect. Don’t carry water for anyone! The greatest gift you have is honor, a wholesome mind, ethics, compassion, character and good intention. Give your heart those gifts now.

©Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo

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12/10/2010     Friday

Harmony!  Solid activity!    A strong force is rising.  Action can be taken that is ultimately successful.  Hotheaded impulsiveness has been banished and a new general is in charge.  This person knows the score and will act carefully and in a thoughtful manner.  What a relief!  Regime changes are favorable. See change as positive, the harbinger of success not previously possible.  Speak carefully today.  Be kind, thoughtful and considerate, and doors swing open that were hitherto closed.  Be proactive.  Socrates said, “Let him that would move the world, first move himself.”

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Longing For His Holiness Penor Rinpoche

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Everyone knows Kyabje His Holiness Penor Rinpoche was a living Buddha; the signs at his Parinirvana, his huge body of accomplishment, His great Kindness in establishing Palyul in India and the west. His determination to nurture Palyul, the extensive adornment of all capacity! He was a father to so many, ordained so many… Still stunned by His life… Still reeling from his passing. One never gets over that. Like the sun leaving the sky with only fireflies to guide our way.
I remember being told stories by the monks of how when Kyabje His Holiness Penor Rinpoche went to Tibet his people would follow behind Him, eat the dirt His footprints were on, for the blessing. These simple folk would do anything. Their faith in Him was powerful! And He gave every last drop every time.
When I would go for advice He was always ready to give the most profound. When I asked about our activities (KPC) He always said do what you think is best. You know. These students are yours and you know. The confidence He showed me was over the top!
I’ve been contemplating Kyabje His Holiness Penor Rinpoche’s teachings from New York. I have all, I believe. He was so profound. Deep like an ocean! Lama Kyen no!
I miss Him like the desert longs for rain… Like flowers long for sun… Like a mother longs for her child, like a child seeks her Father’s embrace. Kyabje Rinpoche was and is my North Star guiding me! Precious nectar that nourishes me! He lives, sitting a diamond throne within my heart!
He is every face, flower, all that is wholesome. He is the trees, the beauty of nature – my world! He is pure Dharmakaya, as I meditate, pray, if only I am still, silent, unperturbed, He is there. All phenomena, every display is Him! As uncontrived luminosity He is my prayer, my mind, my heart; Kyabje His Holiness Penor Rinpoche, while keeping all vows purely, was and is my love, my purpose, my Tsawei Lama. HE is the great and only love of my life.
Stumbling in sorrow I patiently await His return. Guru, grant me the blessing of looking in your eyes before long! I wait like a butter lamp in the window of a chapel. Calling and weeping for the sound of His steps, ready to wash your feet, Beloved! Return to me, for their sake, for my children.
OM AH HUNG BENZAR GUR PEDMA SIDDHI HUNG!

©Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo

A video of the Compassionate Activities of His Holiness Pema Norbu Rinpoche with permission from Pathgate Institute of Buddhist Studies, and special thanks to Lama Dondrup Dorje

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12/9/2010     Thursday

Disagreement with a friend; trouble over finances!  Be careful that both sides understand what the deal is, or trouble results.  Someone won’t say their feelings are hurt, and that is more dangerous than an open disagreement.  Bring what is hidden into the open, and a positive resolution occurs.  Pay attention to your feelings, your hunches.  If you think something needs to be set right, you are right. Anwar Sadat said, “There is no happiness for people at the expense of other people.”  Don’t write anyone off.  Groups and friends are good, once the upset has been resolved.   Music is appealing today, and jokes are on the rise.  A bit of laughter is in order.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Lineage and Transmission

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I truly feel it is arrogant to change the Dharma to make up your own, or to say “this is what he meant.” The worst is “the Buddha never taught”.

So where does Buddhism come from? Ask those arhats that held his teachings perfectly in their minds. Shariputra, Ananda, etc then wrote the Buddhas teaching for all. Ananda had a particularly clear mind for perfect recall. His mind was pure, undefiled by ordinary existence.

As with Guru Padmasambava, also called the second emanation of Buddha, the teachings were preserved perfectly. Guru Padmasambava brought a host of peerless translators also realized and with excellent training to do the job. Tantras from India, Pali Cannon, and what was useful from Bon, Tibetan Shaman, was considered as well.

Then at the times Guru Padmasambava was with Yeshe Tsogyel and Mandarava both, Tantric Treasures were hidden for future times. They were hidden in a mystical way so that it was certain that the right Terton (revealer) would appear at the exact right time. Guru Padmasambava was able to predict the rebirth of every Terton, where they would be found. Some revelations were hidden in the sky, some hidden in water, some in rock, others in mountains, and some were passed to the Terton of the future directly in a vision!

Terton Migure Dorje was one such Terton. He died very young. Yet as a child he saw Guru Rinpoche dancing in the sky while giving the entire Nam Cho Terma Cycle which we now practice in Palyul. Among the heart students of Terton Migure Dorje were my predecessor, Genyenma Ahkon Lhamo and Palyul’s first Throneholder the great Vidyadhara Kunzang Sherab. All revelations from Nam Cho have been strictly passed down in Palyul from Guru to disciple in a Stainless unbroken chain, so no blessings were lost.

It is from the Nam Cho Cycle from Terton Migure Dorje that I will train to confer. If my predecessor was heart student of Terton Rinpoche, and my earlier predecessor was the Consort of Guru Padmasambava, then with training I feel it would be a gift if I could make that circle of blessing complete. I intend to do so, for the sake of sentient beings!

Oddly, my personal practice happens to be the Chime Tsok Dik which is the Tantra from the glorious accomplishment of Immortality, the rainbow body. That was Mandarava and Guru Padmasambava’s intimate practice. It was later revealed by His Holiness Kyabje Dudjom Rinpoche, who Himself practiced With his Consort (SangYum.) But it connects directly to the venerable practice of Guru Padmasambava and Lacham Mandarava! EMAHO! Oddly, decades ago I dreamed that I flew through the eyes of a baby Dudjom Rinpoche, and through His eyes I saw the cosmos, and space. It was there I knew I’d find freedom!

Lastly, my great gift was to receive the Empowerment for the practice two times from Kyabje His Holiness Penor Rinpoche who got it from His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche five times and from His Eminence Venerable Gyaltrul Rinpoche two times. See how it works, this karma, this cause and result? It all comes back home. Perfectly!

© Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo

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12/8/2010      Wednesday

Stability is the watchword today.   A spiritual person or something far away is helping you in significant ways.  Your interests are being protected. Partnerships are being formed, and this takes more time than you’d hoped.  Hang in there.  Diplomacy is helpful, as are kind words.  Do your best to maintain a lightness of attitude during these times.  Seriousness is more appealing to you, and it seems that things warrant a cautious attitude. Habib Bourguiba said, “Happy is the person who can laugh at himself.  He will never cease to be amused.”  There’s a good idea.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

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12/7/2010      Tuesday

A governmental body is helpful, and older people watch out for your interests.  Take refuge in the tried and true today.  Spend time with old friends and long cherished causes.  An edgy, jumpy energy is about to depart.  Don’t make a mistake by striking out wildly. You will recognize the new energy by the feeling of stability that envelops you. When that happens, the light has turned green and you are free to move ahead.  A protective force is present, guarding against trouble. Proceed steadily, following your plan of action.  James Oppenheim said, “A foolish person seeks happiness in the distance; the wise person grows it under his feet.”  What you seek is nearby.

The daily astrology post affects everyone. Because individual charts vary, the circumstances outlined in the post will affect people differently. Some will feel this energy in the personal arena, some in finances, some with children or family, some in work and so forth. There are many departments of life. Look to see where the dynamic affects you!

Warrior of Compassion

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To hate is irresponsible. Not only does it taint one’s own mind, but harms all others who touch it. It is unethical, as it poisons our world. I resent hate on twitter, not just the idiotic stuff thrown at me, but in general too. I have great hopes for twitter to exchange info and bring the world closer together, like a world community. Tweeters often offer love and support to each other, care.

Other types only want to rabble-rouse and stir up the war consciousness in everyone. Mostly failures in life, they feel better when they make their victims hurt. My sense is that they do not understand people who build their lives with skill and care. Their hatred of other’s success is due to feelings of inadequacy driving them. Not understanding the mechanics of a wholesome life, peaceful life, they hate those that do. And blame others for their difficulties. Actually, it is their own attitude and reaction that harms them. I say it over and over. Your Karma and mind are yours alone!

Therefore it must be oneself that manages and minds one’s own non virtue. Oddly enough, these are just the people who project their hate onto others. Example: a person commits a crime and goes to jail. Then commits more crime while on parole and blames the person who caught him red-handed. A narcissistic criminal with sociopath mindset will blame the person who caught them. Never seeing that the problem was the crime itself, and therefore their own chosen lifestyle. The bible tells us that to live by the sword is to die by the sword. True.

Buddhists call it karma, cause and effect. The same principle, I think in that we must take responsibility for the harm we cause others. If the criminal ends up being punished (say-like-Prison) that isn’t harming. If the criminal does the crime, that is the result. And they have created the cause. Though a deluded person may think they are right they still have committed a crime. And beings are harmed.

The amazing thing about Buddha Dharma is that there is always a way to confess, purify, and “go right” according to the methods of the eight-fold path. Correcting course and following what the Buddha taught, similar to 10 commandments, there is a body of material in ethics according to the Buddhist traditions. And since it is the bones of the body of Dharma it prevails through all its forms. In truth it is the ethical, warm-hearted and generous heart that provides the happiness, joy and stability on the path. Through meditation as well, we find peace and sweet relief!

Conversely when the me me – me mantra is in the driver seat, and the ego is immensely puffed up there is never any satisfaction or lasting happiness. The body then reflects the qualities of mind, and all is lost.

If you want to fight a war, the only one worth fighting is the insightful one against one’s own poisons. In the way the Buddhas see, it is not even truly possible to fight an external enemy. The enemy is war, our own soldiers are our own root poisons. And the true enemy is within, our own egos, and habitual tendencies. Therefore fight your own war, pacify hatred greed and ignorance, enjoy the happiness it brings, and live to bring benefit to the world!

© Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo

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