DATIN NG WEE CHIN's - Kechara

The stunning main altar and centre
stage was meticulously set up by
a large team of volunteers. Pujas
were all conducted on the stage
itself, surrounded by 108 specially
designed, new Setrap statues, a
large wealth of water offerings
and tsok offerings.
Kechara Paradise on Earth
Reliving the magnificence of the Grand Setrap and Dzambala Puja 2010
Kechara’s second annual Grand Setrap and
Dzambala Puja (GSDP) over the weekend
of January 30th and 31st was an astounding
success, surpassing our inaugural event last
year in décor, energy and atmosphere.
The theme of the event was A Garden
of Wealth and Protection, brought to life by
our incomparable celebrity designer and
Apprentice Liaison Bill Keith.
Beautifully put together with Himalayan
touches of traditional thangkas, brocades
and victory banners, the entire KL & Selangor
Chinese Assembly Hall was transformed into
an ethereal atmosphere of bright colours
and lights – truly Kechara Paradise on earth.
It was a magnificent beginning to the new
year of the Tiger, introducing the blessings of
both Dharma Protector Setrap and Buddha
of Wealth Dzambala to Malaysians. The
event saw a total of six pujas performed in
both English and Chinese to clear obstacles
for 2010 and to invite protection and wealth,
both inner and outer, for ourselves and all
our loved ones.
Each of Kechara’s departments had its
own area, decorated with its individual and
unique style. It was a grand opportunity for
the entire organisation – all its staff and
volunteers – to share their Dharma work and
activities with the 800 over new faces who
came to visit us over the weekend.
Many visitors came on both days, and
stayed for long periods, because there
was just so much to see and do that it
was impossible to finish in one day. Many
travelled from Klang, Melaka, Singapore and
Penang just to attend the event.
With Rinpoche’s blessings, and
everyone’s dedication to make this event
spectacular, we hope these two days have
touched the lives of many who came and
that they will be inspired to explore their
spiritual journeys further with Kechara.
Setrap practitioners such as Associate
Liaison Kok Yek Yee and Mr. K.H. Ng
(both centre) shared their personal
experiences of this great, ancient
practice with all at the puja. This brought
a more personal and very touching
aspect to the practice, as they showed
how relevant and beneficial Setrap’s
practice can be for modern people.
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