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 H.H. the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Orgyen Trinley Dorje |
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The Kagyu tradition is one of the four main schools of Tibetan Buddhism. It is reknowned for its emphasis on meditation as embodied by such great masters as Marpa, Milarepa and Gampopa, whose example inspired people throughout Tibet. The supreme head of the Kagyu lineage is the Karmapa. |
The Karmapas have been the supreme heads of the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism since the first Karmapa, Dusum Khyenpa, in the 12th century. Historically, Dusum Khyenpa was the first Lama recognised to intentionally reincarnate as a particular master. In all of his successive incarnations, the Karmapa has served as the primary source of refuge for all the followers of the Karma Kagyu Lineage. As the central teacher of the Kagyu lineage, he ensures that the teachings are transmitted in their entirety and preserved for future generations. The Karmapa is an extraordinary individual, whose life itself may be seen as a profound teaching. He clearly manifests the potential inherent in all living beings to fully develop the qualities of perfect wisdom, unconditional love and all-pervasive compassion. His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Orgyen Trinley Dorje, has been living at Tsurphu monastery in Tibet since his enthronement in 1992. In January 2000 he arrived in Dharamsala, India, the main seat of the Dalai Lama in exile, after fleeing over the mountains with a small group of attendants. His arrival has brought great joy to his followers worldwide, who are now able to receive his teachings, guidance and blessings. |
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