DHARAMSALA: On the auspicious full moon day of Losar Tsepa 15, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama presided over the concluding day of a significant four-day ordination ceremony held at his residence in Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh.
The sacred ceremony marked an important spiritual milestone for hundreds of aspirants who gathered from across the globe to receive monastic vows under the guidance of the revered Tibetan spiritual leader. The event drew participation from representatives of eight countries, reflecting the growing global interest in Buddhist monastic life and teachings.
During the four-day proceedings, a total of 128 individuals were ordained as novice monks and nuns, formally entering the path of monastic discipline and spiritual training. In addition, 95 monks received full ordination, undertaking higher vows and deeper commitment to the Vinaya tradition.
The full moon day of Losar Tsepa 15, considered highly auspicious in the Tibetan Buddhist calendar, added spiritual significance to the ceremony. Devotees and well-wishers offered prayers for the long life of His Holiness and the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma worldwide.
The ceremony concluded with blessings from His Holiness, who emphasized the importance of compassion, ethical discipline, and dedication to the service of humanity. The event stood as a powerful affirmation of the continuity and vitality of the Buddhist monastic tradition in the modern world.
