“The drum represents skillful means and wisdom. All the Buddhist ritual instruments represent skillful means and wisdom.”

　

★ To watch the video: 

http://garchen.tw/English/Videos/Ritual_Instruments

　

Dear Dharma Friends,

　

In order for interested disciples to understand the usage and meaning of ritual instruments, H.E. Garchen Rinpoche recorded two short videos in GBI, Arizona earlier this year:

　

1. Instructions on Playing a Drum

2. How to Use a Pole Drum

　

In the video “How to Use a Pole Drum,” Rinpoche demonstrates the correct ways to hold the pole drum and the drumstick. He explains how to control the volume of the drum and gives a brief demonstration of chanting and playing the pole drum. Interested Dharma friends may learn by watching the video.

May all benefit.

　

Garchen Dharma Institute, Taiwan

www.garchen.tw