Buddhist participants of the II International Buddhist Forum will continue to work together to share experiences and study the Buddha's messages

The participants of the II International Buddhist Forum will continue to work together to share experiences in the fields of traditional medicine, handicraft, the messages of the Buddha and many other areas. The moderator of the third day of the forum, Gabzha Lama Dymbryl Dashibaldanov, Doctor of Buddhist Philosophy, Rector of D.D. Zayaev Dashi Choinkhorlin Buddhist University, noted that the decisions taken at the International Buddhist Forum will contribute to further development of relations between countries practicing Buddhism and the regions of Russia.

Lobsang Zhalsan, Venerable Kensur Rinpoche from Drepung Gomang Monastery, India, noted that as the Secretary General of the Buddhist International Federation, he took part in many Buddhist conferences and events during his life. He thought that this Buddhist forum is very well-organized.

To sum up, now I have a completely different impression about Russian Buddhism. It was impressive to see stunning datsans, monasteries, a well-built educational system and a well-organized Buddhist community. I feel proud because I have never even thought that the Republic of Buryatia and this region could be so abounding in energy. When I left India, I was not very full of energy, but now I am recharged," said Lobsang Zhalsan.

The adoration of the Incorruptible Body of the XII Pandito Khambo Lama Dasha Dorzhi Etigelov, the discussion of his messages for many participants became a significant event during the forum.

It was a unique opportunity in my life to pay tribute to the teacher and the master. I saw Mr. Itigelov meditating. I think we are united by a single mission to spread the teaching of the Buddha. Our common goal is to contribute to making our planet comfortable not only for people, but also for all living beings. To make it a place of kindness, compassion and respect," says Bista Mukunda.

Did Khambo Lama Dagba Ochirov stressed that the II International Buddhist Forum has become a timely platform for international dialogue. "Initially, there were many questions why we needed such a platform. Now none of us has any doubts that such a forum is needed. The Buddha has given us teaching for two thousand years and we have the opportunity to discuss all the accumulated knowledge with the whole world. We extend our thanks to our teachers, the Sangha of Russia, the Government of Buryatia for coming up with and implementing such an idea as the Buddhist forum," concluded Did Khambo Lama Dagba Ochirov.

The II International Buddhist Forum "Traditional Buddhism and Modern Challenges" was held in Buryatia on August 12-14, 2024 at the initiative of Head of

Buryatia Alexei Tsydenov with the support of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Forum will become a new platform for international dialogue and comprehensive discussion of the development of Buddhism, Buddhist culture, philosophy and practice, and promote the development of scientific, educational and cultural cooperation between Buddhist organizations from different countries. The forum will be attended by representatives of 15 countries: Bangladesh, Belarus, Brazil, Bhutan, Vietnam, India, Cambodia, China, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Japan.

The forum is organized by the Buddhist Traditional Sangha of Russia, the Government of the Republic of Buryatia, the Foundation for the Promotion of Buddhist Education and Research with the support of the Roscongress Foundation.

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The conference "The phenomenon of Pandito Khambo Lama Etigelov", held within the framework of the II International Buddhist Forum "Traditional Buddhism and Modern Challenges".

The purpose of this International Buddhist Forum "Traditional Buddhism and Modern Challenges" was to discuss the global challenges of modernity and formulate the answers that Buddhism gives as one of the world's leading religions. The development of Buddhism in the world, including Russia, the Republic of Buryatia and other regions of the Russian Federation, the preservation of Buddhist culture, philosophy and practice, as well as the creation of a new relevant platform for international dialogue were discussed.

The forum was aimed at developing scientific, educational and cultural cooperation between countries where Buddhism is a traditional religion. Special attention was paid to the development of Buddhist education, in particular, medicine, international cooperation between universities and scientists, interreligious dialogue, security issues and youth education.

The conference "The phenomenon of Pandito Hambo Lama Etigelov" once again demonstrated the possibilities of achieving an unusual state by practicing Buddhists, which allowed us to talk about the phenomenon of a Precious Inexhaustible Body.

The time that has passed since the previous conference has shown the relevance of the set tasks, in particular, the expansion of the audience by publishing the messages of Pandito Khambo Lama Etigelov in different languages.

The participation of delegations from Myanmar, Mongolia, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, the Kingdom of Thailand, Nepal, Bangladesh, China, India, as well as from the Republic of Tyva, the Republic of Kalmykia, Gorny Altai, and the Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Thailand and Sri Lanka, the Consul General of the People's Republic of China introduced new angles in the vision of human capabilities.

May the three jewels bless you: Buddha, Dharma and Sangha!”.