Satek Thrangu Monastery, Nepal

Satek Monastry is located in Fu Village in Nar Manang. This is a very remote location near the Tibet border between Manang District.

 

In 2003, Satek Monastry was offered to the Lord of Refuge Thrangu Rinpoche. Rinpoche has several purpose in mind for building the monastry. First, there is an important stupa there which contains many very sacred relics and a temple nearby. There were built despite great difficulties and toil by the geat meditator Khedrup Karma Lobsang and otehr great beings. Where it is undiminished, the tradition resulting from these great efforts should be expanded, and where it has weakened, it should be restored.

 

Background

 

In general, Nepal is a poorest and and economically backward country, Social and education development remains at a very low level. Only 3% of locals have even gone to school or can read and write. The very poor who wish to send their children to government school have great difficulity being able to provide the basic need.

 

The new temple will closely follow models of traditional Tibetan architecture, while incorporating modern methods of sustainable design. Plans for the facility include a Dharma temple, a monk's dormitory, school, a medicial center, a kitchen, a large hall for teachings.

 

The temple will provide space that is visually and spiritually fulfilling for people of all faiths, and serve as a gathering place for Buddhist education, outreach and interreligious programs as well. New Classroom can provide children the opportunity to offer language in English, receive trainings in their native language, and in the Buddhist cultural traditions that are essential to the continuation of their Tibetan heritage. There are plans to offer a fifteen-day Mani (Chenrezig) puja and retreat for all the residents of the area, especially the elderly.

 

The progress Report

 

The first phase of construction has been started in 2006. Donation has now been used to purchase the building materials.

 

Due to the remote area, there are no roads for motor vehicles. Wood, cement and many other construction materials, except for stone, need to be carried in by foot or by helicopter. In order to keep the cost to a minimum , all neccassary contruction matericals have to be taken by the porters, donkeys or horses for 7 days walk from Kathmandu to Satek. The entire project is expected to be completed in 3 years.

How Can You Help

The completion costs are estimated HK$1,000,000. Donations amounting up to HK$500,00 had been collected as of 31 December 2006. This leaves an outstanding balance of approximately HK$500,000.

 

To complete the monastery, we would like to sincerely appeal to each and every compassionate person to support and help to contribute towards the fulfillment of this meaningful and enriching mission. We assure your kind support will benefit all the sentient beings. Donations in any amount are welcomed and appreciated.

 

Please consider downloading and filling in the Donation Slip and forwarding your contribution. The building of Satek Thrangu Monastery is not possible without your assistance.

 

For enquires, please contact Lama Dawa or Lama Khamsung, Thrangu Vajrayana Buddhist Center at (852) 2760-8381 or via email at info@thranguhk.org.