These are difficult times in Argentina with many people experiencing mental and physical suffering. How wonderful then that the National Spiritual Director Gen Kelsang Rinchung, granted the empowerment of Buddha Maitreya, the Buddha of loving kindness, at the country's seventh National Dharma Celebration.

With much of the country including the center under strict lockdown, the Dharma Celebration was transmitted online, with 130 fortunate ones signing up to take part.

"Gen Rinchung gave very clear and profound teachings on how to cultivate the three kinds of love in our hearts and inspired us to put them into practice. Only in this way can we improve our relationships with others and create the world we desire so much: A world without conflict where only peace and harmony reign.

"Many thanks to all who participated in this unforgettable experience and to all who worked so hard to make it happen. And infinite thanks to our precious Spiritual Guide Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for giving us this wonderful experience!"