His Eminence Kyabje Yongyal Rinpoche

Born in the Tibetan Year of the Earth Mouse (1948) in Eastern Tibet, His Eminence Kyabje Yongyal Rinpoche was recognised as the 4th incarnation of his lineage by His Holiness Kyabje Trijang Dorje Chang.

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His Eminence Dagpo Rinpoche

His Eminence Dagpo Rinpoche

Lamas October 4, 2015 4 1,611

Born in 1932 in the region of Kongpo in south-eastern Tibet, His Eminence Dagpo Rinpoche, also known as Bamchoe Rinpoche was recognised by His Holiness the 13th Dalai Lama as the reincarnation of Dagpo Lama Jampel Lhundrup at the age of two.

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Gaden Khachoe Shing

Gaden Khachoe Shing

Temples October 3, 2015 3 767

Envisioned as a sacred place for the study and preservation of Buddhist teachings in accordance with the Gaden Ear-Whispered lineage, Gaden Khachoe Shing officially opened its doors to spiritual aspirants in 2007. Founded by Venerable Gameng Kuten (Choijin) Lama.

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Tenshug for H.H. Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche at Gaden Khachoe Shing

The opening of Gaden Khachoe Shing in Bloomington, Indiana featured a long life puja and tsok offerings to Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche. Attendees also had the opportunity to have audience with the wrathful and peaceful forms of Dorje Shugden through the Gameng Oracle.

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His Eminence Rongtha Kyabgon Rinpoche

The current Rongtha Kyabgon Rinpoche Lobsang Thubten Jigme Namgyal was recognised by His Holiness the 13th Dalai Lama as the reincarnation of the previous Rongtha Rinpoche. It is said that the 9th Panchen Lama Thubten Choekyi Nyima also sent his representatives.

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His Eminence Zawa Tulku Rinpoche

His Eminence Zawa Tulku Rinpoche

Lamas August 23, 2015 4 1,577

Born in 1978 in Dharamsala, India, Zawa Tulku Rinpoche entered Gaden Shartse Monastery in 1982 as instructed by His Holiness Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche. He received his ordination vows from the illustrious Kyabje Zemey Rinpoche.

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His Eminence Achok Rinpoche

His Eminence Achok Rinpoche

Lamas August 12, 2015 5 1,375

In 1976, an erudite young lama of the Gelugpa tradition, His Eminence Achok Rinpoche was born in Bomdila, Eastern India and was recognised as the 4th incarnation of Achok Rinpoche of Lithang, Tibet by His Holiness Kyabje Trijang Dorje Chang.

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His Eminence Gyumed Kensur Rinpoche Sonam Gyaltsen

His Eminence Gyumed Kensur Rinpoche Sonam Gyaltsen, better known in monastic circles as Gen Tati, was born on 13 March 1926 to a family of nomads in the region of Atsa, Tibet.

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Gaden Chang Chub Choling

Gaden Chang Chub Choling

Temples July 21, 2015 1 334

The Tibetan Buddhist Temple Gaden Chang Chub Choling came into existence following the Canadian government’s incentive to cater to the spiritual needs of its new Tibetan citizens.

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What’s Next

What’s Next

Practice July 17, 2015 9 1,306

There is a substantial path ahead of us beyond our Protector practice. For those new to Buddhism, reading widely is encouraged to gain as much knowledge as possible. With such knowledge, we will be better equipped to identify a school or lineage of Buddhism that we are interested in.

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His Eminence Kensur Jampa Yeshe Rinpoche

His Eminence Kensur Jampa Yeshe Rinpoche was a renowned Dharma scholar and highly realised meditation master who held his vows very strongly. Under his abbotship, Gaden Shartse Monastery’s mastery of Buddhist studies continued to excel.

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Segyu Monastery

Segyu Monastery

Temples July 6, 2015 3 928

Established in the mid 15th Century, Segyu Monastery is recognised as the pioneer of the Gaden lineage’s great Tantric monasteries. Many of the Tantric teachings of Lama Tsongkhapa including Guhyasamaja, Heruka and Yamantaka were actually developed here.

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Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

Lamas June 19, 2015 3 2,585

His Eminence Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche is an internationally renowned Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, scholar and author. He is the founder of the New Kadampa Tradition, an entirely independent Modern Buddhist order based primarily on the teachings of the Gelugpa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.

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Tugs Bayasgalant Nunnery

Established in 1990, Tugs Bayasgalant Nunnery meaning “Heaven of Joy”, is one of the few nunneries in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. Its main prayer hall features an exquisite shrine dedicated specifically to the saviouress, Tara.

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Venerable Geshe Yeshe Wangchuk

Venerable Geshe Yeshe Wangchuk was a prominent Gelug master who spread the Buddhadharma and Dorje Shugden’s practice widely in Tibet. Born in 1928 in the Tarlam region of Kham, Tibet, Geshe Yeshe Wangchuk entered monastic life when he was only eight years old.

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Venerable Geshe Tsultrim Tenzin

Geshe Tsultrim Tenzin was born in Kham, Tibet and was interested in the study of Dharma from an early age. His family were ardent Dharma practitioners and his parents and grandparents were devoted students of His Holiness Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche.

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Venerable Geshe Thubten Trinley

Geshe Thubten Trinley is one of the closest disciples of Venerable Geshe Rabten Rinpoche. He spent his early years in Sera Jey Monastery, studying under prominent and eminent teachers. He is known for his Lamrim retreats, deep practice and excellence in his Dharma studies.

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Venerable Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey

Born in 1921 in the town of Yätsak in Kham, Venerable Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey was a great master who dedicated his entire existence to turning the wheel of Dharma consistently and sincerely.

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Venerable Choyang Duldzin Kuten Lama

Venerable Choyang Duldzin Kuten Lama

Lamas February 20, 2015 3 1,116

In 1917, a boy who would eventually grow up to become the Choyang Duldzin Kuten Lama was born in Khele, Tibet. He was given the name Migmar Tsering and at the age of seven, he joined Ngamring Monastery, affiliated with Tashi Lhunpo.

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Visiting His Holiness Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche in Vermont

In November 2014, representatives and students of H.E. Tsem Rinpoche traveled to Vermont, USA for an audience with His Holiness Kyabje Trijang Chocktrul Rinpoche and to make offerings on Tsem Rinpoche’s behalf.

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