The temple is open daily. On weekdays, visitors can enter from 8 to 9 a.m., and on weekends, from 9 to 10 a.m. These times are for meditation.
Upcoming Events
1) Oxford University to PDX Talk on Vajracharya
2) 9Th World Newah Day Celebration
3)Mantra, Dharani and Sutra Chanting
4)Buddhist Bhajan and Sadhana practice
5)Charya singing practice
6) Full Moon Namasangiti chant
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Oxford University to PDX
Talk on Vajracharya
March 20th Friday at 6:30:PM
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Vajracharya (Sanskrit for “Master of the Vajra”) represents a lineage of high-ranking Buddhist priests and tantric masters that has flourished for thousands of years, tracing back to the legendary Mahasiddhas of Nepal. these masters serve as vital spiritual anchors and ritual specialists. They are officiants for communal festivals and essential life-cycle rituals, including birth, marriage, and death ceremonies, ensuring that sacred traditions are woven into the fabric of daily life. Beyond their communal roles, the title signifies a guru who has attained an exceptional level of tantric realization, granting them the authority to perform esoteric initiations known as abhisheka. By bridging the gap between ancient Mahasiddha wisdom and modern practice, the Vajracharya continues to preserve the deep spiritual heritage of the Himalayan region still in present days.
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Every Tuesday at 6pm
Dharani literature has existed for over two millennia in the Mahayana Buddhist tradition. Widespread around the world and especially in the Nepalese Buddhist community, Dharanis are typically used to prevent misfortune, remove obstacles, heal and protect. Dharanis are also used in life cycle rituals and other practices.
To keep this practice alive, we are going to practice every Tuesday at 6pm, please come and join us. It’s free.
Free to join zoom
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Meeting ID: 816 7524 3031
Passcode: 328871
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Sadhana Practice +Buddha Bhajan
Every Wednesday 6pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81543420523?pwd=b3ZCQi9yTWVIR2h2R2FrUllMRnFLdz09
Meeting ID: 815 4342 0523
Passcode: 8872
Singing practice
Every Friday at 8am
The songs of Charya Dance are a sadhana of deity yoga practice in simple Sanskrit. Anyone interested in learning these songs and about the singing tradition please join
Free to join on Zoom
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Meeting ID: 817 7908 8506
Passcode: 426161
Full Moon
Chanting 167 Verses of Manjusri (Namasangiti) 
The Nama-samgiti is considered amongst the most advanced teachings given by the Shakyamuni Buddha Nama-samgiti was preached by Shakyamuni Buddha for his disciple Vajrapani and his wrathful retinue in order to lead them into Buddha-hood The essence of the Nama-samgiti is that Manjushri bodhisattva is the embodiment of all knowledge. The Nama-samgiti is a short text, only circa 167 verses and a prose section. It is a fraction of the vast Sutra. The Nama-samgiti contains all of the Buddha’s dharmas. Therefore, all sentient beings should definitely study and recite the manjushri-nama-samgiti.
Vihara has Vacancy for Pujaries
As you know, our vihara has been doing daily puja in the temple since it’s establishment, 365 days a year. It has been 14 years with out missing a day.
Over time some pujaris have moved away or their circumstances have changed, so that now there is a vacancy for some days. If you want to learn to do the ritual, we will be training individuals one-on-one by appointment in the morning at 8am on weekdays and on weekends at 9am. This is a volunteer opportunity. It is especially good for those who meditate and want to learn a different way of meditation by doing daily puja. In the training you will learn the meaning and significance of each element of the ritual. This Newah Vajrayana Buddhist ritual has been passed down from the 3rd century and is critical to the life of our vihara. Maintaining this practice not only benefits the vihara, but also helps those who perform it to grow in their own spirituality. Anyone who is interested is welcome. You do not need any background.
If you want to donate your time and practice, please contact Prajwal Vajracharya
503-807-5252 prajwalguvaju@gmail.com
Daily Ritual and Meditation –
To keep the sanctity of the temple, a traditional ritual with meditation is performed daily- Weekdays 8am to 9am, and Weekends 9am to 10am. Open for observing or meditation at this time.
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