The Buddha is said to have displayed himself as both fire and water simultaneously, to have caused water to appear in a previously dry well, to have tamed a rampaging elephant with one touch.

On one auspicious occasion, challenged by six heretical teachers, the Buddha and his retinue camped at an appointed place, where for 15 days he displayed a miracle every day, in order to bring an entire kingdom to the Dharma.  On that occasion, the Buddha’s avowed intention was to increase the faith of his followers, then and in the future.  And here we are–in the future!

We invite you to celebrate the Buddha’s miracles on the occasion of Chotrul Duchen, Sunday, February 28. This first “Great Day,” or “Duchen,” of the Vajrayana Buddhist calendar is so auspicious that the merit of one’s practice is considered multiplied 10 million times.  (Hence, such a day is often referred to as a Ten Million Day.  There are four such days in the Vajrayana calendar.)

The Buddha’s appearance in the world, our capability to hear his teachings, and our aspiration to accomplish the path to enlightenment are the greatest miracles of all.