The Tibetan Heritage Institute of Arkansas deeply regrets the tragedy that recently visited the campus of Virginia Tech, and we join with the nation as it mourns their deep loss.

I believe all religions pursue the same goals, that of cultivating human goodness and bringing happiness to all human beings.  Though the means might appear different the ends are the same . . .  I believe all suffering is caused by ignorance.  People inflict pain on others in the selfish pursuit of their happiness or satisfaction.  Yet true happiness comes from a sense of brotherhood and sisterhood.  We need to cultivate a universal responsibility for one another and the planet we share.  Although I have found my own Buddhist religion helpful in generating love and compassion, even for those we consider our enemies, I am convinced that everyone can develop a good heart and a sense of universal responsibility with or without religion (His Holiness the Dalai Lama, from The Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech, 1989).

Geshe Thupten Dorjee will lead a candlelight vigil, on behalf of the University of Arkansas and Fulbright College communities,as an expression of sympathy and compassion for the victims of yesterday’s tragedy at Virginia Tech.

DATE: Tuesday, April 17, 2007
TIME: 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Peace Fountain in front of Old Main on the University of Arkansas campus

Attendees are encouraged bring a candle and cushions or blankets for sitting. There will also be an opportunity to sign an expression of sympathy, which will be forwarded to the appropriate department at Virginia Tech University.
 

Tulku Thubten Rinpoche
returns to Fayetteville for a Public Talk

Tulku Thubten Rinpoche was born in Tibet and took up spiritual training in the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism at a very early age. He was recognized as the incarnation of Anam Lama at age 15 by several masters, including Gompa Tulku Rinpoche. Tulku Thupten Rinpoche came to the West in 1992 and teaches in fluent English.
 
“Putting an End to Suffering”
 
Thursday April 5, 2007; 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Location: Saint Martin’s Episcopal University Center
814 W. Maple (across from Memorial Hall)
Suggested donation $2-$5 for students, $10 for adults