On the evenings of January 21 and 22 His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa gave two sessions of teachings on the topic of Pure Land at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

His Holiness concluded both teaching sessions by giving plenty of time for questions and answers, and the participants made ample use of the opportunity.

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On January 21 Mr Shiah brought a small group of his followers to His Holiness Karmapa’s hotel room for a private refuge ceremony.

Before transmitting the Refuge Vow, His Holiness gave a short explanation of the meaning and importance of taking refuge in the Three Jewels.