Changing Lives Through A Great Experience, Changing The World In and Around You
Our temple engages people from all walks of life through teachings and courses, catering to the different needs and levels of understanding of Buddhism. The various programmes are conducted in an informal, vibrant manner with lots of open-minded discussions. This allows our community to support one another in our journey as we gain a deeper appreciation for the Buddhadharma. Together, we get to witness the power of the Buddha’s teachings in being able to change our minds and lives, making our paths more meaningful as we strive together to become great Bodhisattvas.
Enrolling in Dharma courses such as Exploring Buddhism module
Introduction to taking refuge and what it means to take refuge
Weekly dharma teachings by Rinpoche, ritual and basic practices
Keen to know more about Thekchen Choling?
Want to learn more about basic Buddhist practices?
Discover how you can start your Dharma Journey with us!
Join Us for a Refuge Ceremony this Fri! On 20 Jun 2025 (Fri) at 7.30PM, we invite you to take part in a Refuge Ceremony granted by Vajra Master Singha Rinpoche. This is a precious opportunity to formally take refuge in the Triple Gem and become part of our Buddhist family on this auspicious day.
The Exploring Buddhism Course provides learners with a basic understanding and appreciation of Buddhism. Then it further explores the teachings of Buddhism in the Mahayana context and empowers the learners with the necessary knowledge and understanding that is the essential Mahayana foundation.
Venerable Thubten Chodron, born in Singapore, was ordained by H.E Denma Lochoe Rinpoche in Kopan Monestary, Nepal in March 2004. Venerable is among Singha Rinpoche’s (Spiritual Director of Thekchen Choling) first disciples. Venerable is instrumental in realizing Rinpoche’s wish to set up a temple in Malaysia in 2012 and help to propagate the Dharma in Melaka.
Since 2012, Venerable has organized Dharma activities such as Dharma teachings (in English and Mandarin), prayers, chanting, various pujas, house/ company blessings at the various dharma centers in Singapore and Malaysia.
Are you ready to take your understanding of Buddhism to the next level? Join us for Module 3 of our Exploring Buddhism Course, where we dive deeper into essential Mahayana teachings. This module offers a profound exploration of the Three Principal Aspects of the Path, empowering you with the knowledge to elevate your spiritual journey.
Venerable Thubten Chodron, born in Singapore, was ordained by H.E Denma Lochoe Rinpoche in Kopan Monestary, Nepal in March 2004. Venerable is among Singha Rinpoche’s (Spiritual Director of Thekchen Choling) first disciples. Venerable is instrumental in realizing Rinpoche’s wish to set up a temple in Malaysia in 2012 and help to propagate the Dharma in Melaka.
19/7, 26/7, 2/8, 16/8, 23/8, 30/8, 6/9, 13/9, 27/9, 4/10, 25/10, 1/11， 8/11 (Sat)
Course details and zoom link will be sent via email upon confirmation.
Refuge
Sacred Mirror
The Sacred Mirror represents consciousness and the element of space. Clear, pure and bright, the mirror reflects all phenomena objectively without bias, thereby reminding us to practice objectivity and to rise above our judgmental minds. On a more subtle level, it reflects the Buddha’s core teaching of emptiness – that nothing exists on its own side without a dependent arising cause.
Pinnacle of the mirror
The pinnacle of the mirror, formed by the white crescent moon, flaming red sun and an orange flame of fire, represents the completion stage of Vajrayana practice.
Light Rays
The light rays radiating from the Sacred Mirror represent the flourishing of the Buddha’s teachings, fanning out to the furthest reaches of the universe.
Full Moon Disc
The moon disc represents Bodhicitta, the aspiration to become a Buddha to benefit all sentient beings.
Blue Lotus
Divinely fragrant, blue lotuses bloomed only in the Buddha’s time. By incorporating it into the temple’s logo, it is symbolic of the ever-present Buddha in Thekchen Choling. Moreover, a lotus flower represents purity, perfection, compassion and renunciation, similar to how the beautiful lotus remains untainted even though it had arisen out from the muddy waters.
Nine Precious Jewels
These nine precious jewels represent the Guru, Buddha, Dharma, Sangha, yidam or mind-seal deity, Dharma protector, the sky, earth, and the human realm.
Two Dragons
The two dragons represent continuity and harmony and create the cause for the temple to enjoy the strong support of members and benefactors for Dharma to flourish.
Golden Khata
The flowing golden khata represents the auspicious increase of all Dharma activities.
The Seven Gems of the Chakravartin or a Wheel-Turning King
1. The precious horse represented by a unicorn’s horn
2. The precious elephant represented by its tusks
3. The precious queen represented by round golden earrings
4. The precious minister represented by square golden earrings
5. The precious general represented by a pair of crossed swords
6. The precious jewel represented by the triple-eyed gem
7. The precious Dharma wheel represented by a branch of coral
