Sau Paulo: Representative Jigme Tsering from the Tibet House Brazil participated in the “108 Hours of Peace” programme as special guest, along with Geshe Gedun Dakpa from Sera Je Monastery, from 27 to 31 December 2023.

The event – jointly organised by Center for Bodhisattva Buddhist Studies (CEBB) and Instituto Caminho do Meio (ICM) – aims to encourage reflection on personal growth, societal well-being, and environmental harmony at the turn of the year. The program included sessions on societal and cultural peace, inter-religious dialogue, and a prayer session at the main temple, along with teachings by Lama Pema Samten and Henrique Lemes. Additionally, there was a detailed discussion of future collaboration between Tibet House Brazil and CEBB.

Through dialogues, lectures, dream circles, and cultural activities, participants explore diverse perspectives to create a broad vision and propose concrete solutions for contemporary challenges. Lama Pema Samten, the head Lama, and founder of CEBB initiated this event.

Representatives from different Buddhist lineages and schools attended the event, addressing how Buddhism engages with society and adapts to various issues. The focus is on strengthening horizontal networks of interdependence, compassion, and collaboration to address social and environmental challenges. Discussions on peace, spirituality, and inter-religious dialogue were prominent, emphasising the common goal of benefiting all beings.

Following “108 Hours of Peace” event, Representative Jigme Tsering visited Três Coroas, RS, to foster interaction between Tibetan and Himalayan communities from 2 to 4 January 2024.

-Report filed by OoT Brazil