In a lot of religions in this world, gays and lesbians are not accepted… from my point of view, and I would say from a Buddhist point of view, gay and lesbian are welcome in my world. I’m happy to see how they love and take responsibility for each other and for their family.
Buddha never said to be gay is not good; to be lesbian is not good.
Buddha only cares about your happiness. God only cares for your happiness. If they do not care about your happiness, what are they talking about? What is their point?
So don’t be sad, don’t be unhappy if you are gay or lesbian.
In a relationship, it is appreciation of the other that is most important. This is the quality that will bring you happiness… whether you are heterosexual, gay or lesbian.
In some relationships love comes first, deep appreciation comes later; in others appreciation comes first and love comes later. It doesn’t matter as long as you are happy in yourself and happy in your relationship.
[photo by Richard A. Heckler]
Rinpochela,
You are truly a remarkable enlightened being…I believe as your last incarnate said…”the ultimate truth is happiness…because when you are truly happy nothing bothers you” thank you so much for emphasizing happiness in one’s life! Thank you for being you..true to yourself.
Thanks Rinpoche
That’s what its all about… Being openminded, love n compassion…
Break down the wall of prejudice and show them that real dharma knows no gender, color or status!
Lots of love to you :)
Wow, Kalu Rinpoche, thanks for your words. It is the first time I see an approach as straightforward and sincere about it.
I believe exactly that, the important thing is to have a sincere feeling, regardless of whether by a man or a woman. And I believe that the Buddha never be because it would discriminate against a gay or lesbian.
My sincere thanks!
Merci Lama…. So wonderful to be accepted & welcomed from the heart
I totaly agree with you rinpoche la….I am happy to read that you say that….!
I share your thoughts.
Buddism care people in every direction.
Rinpoche,
Thank you so much for this! So many Buddhist teachers seem hesitant to talk about this. It is so good to be able to balance my practice with my orientation. I look forward to seeing you in September in Oregon!
xo Thank you Dharma teacher! xo
I appreciate you so much! You have come to sooth the hearts of so many people. I support the LGBH community and their plight to be able to feel comfortable living their hearts.
Your acceptance must mean so much to so many practitioners.
Blessed is your everything! Thank you.
Ten or fifteen years ago a gentleman asked “Grandfather” Kalu a question about Gay relationships. At that time, that was a very controversial question with hot emotions on all sides….Grandfather Kalu gave answer completely took all the tension out of the air and hit the main point when he said that Gay relationships weren’t any better than heterosexual relationships, that they would have the same problems with attachment, jealousy and other relationship issues. That being gay wasn’t a refuge from samsara; it is just as difficult as a heterosexual relationship. Kalu’s answer totally resolved the heated negative emotions on that issue for those paying attention.
It is good to hear an open call for those who been oppressed for so long. An understanding of compasion must include an deep sense of empathy for our fellow brothers and sisters. All beings suffer and it should be our first consideration to bring about an end of their suffer, even if we can only end a little of it. I have long pondered over the relationship of gays and lesbians to the teachings of Lord Buddha and have concluded that there is no difference in dharma concerning any of them. It is my deepest aspiration that all my brothers and sisters never be with out compassion and a sense of equality.
Has the founder and director of the Nalanda LGBT Buddhist Cultural and Resource Center, and a gay practicing Buddhist, you have no idea how much these profound words mean. I have been writing a piece on this issue, and reading these words brought tears to my eyes.
Thank you, Rinpoche. Your simple and loving message touches us deeply. A relationship is truly both a challenge and a blessing, no matter the gender of the people involved. Your open, inclusive point of view invites all of us to let go of prejudices that cause suffering for ourselves and others.
Rimpochela, as a lesbian Buddhist practitioner your forthright, loving and inclusive words have warmed my heart. Thank you so very much.
It´s a great spiritual leader, conglatulations from brazilian people Rimpoche