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Rinpoche Offers a New Aspiration Prayer for Khyentse Foundation
In his inspiring opening address, Rinpoche presented a prayer from Dolpopa Sherab Geltshen (1292-1361), a great Tibetan master, which Rinpoche said we should recite as Khyentse Foundation's aspiration.
The Physical Representation of Guru Rinpoche
This kutshab (physical representation) of Guru Rinpoche was discovered by Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo and is his central terma (treasure teaching). Although it is simple in appearance, this statue is one of the great treasures of the Khyentse lineage.
Empress Wu Zetian
The only woman ever to rule as emperor of China, Wu Zhao (Wu ZeTian) was born in 624 C.E. At age 14 she became a concubine of Emperor TaiZong of the Tang Dynasty and was given the title of CaiRren (Guardian Immortal) and a new name, Wu Mei.
KF Launches a Groundbreaking Professorship at Eötvös Loránd University in Hungary
The Center of Buddhist Studies at ELTE was established in 2012 to meet increasing demand for undergraduate and graduate studies in Tibetan Buddhism, but until now lacked the resources to develop its programs.
Thangtong Gyalpo
Born in Ölpa Lhartse in upper Tsang, Tibet, the historical figure Thangtong was a unique mahasiddha both because of his tremendous realization and his engineering accomplishments.
Her Majesty Ashi Phuntsho Choden Wangchuck
Gerard Godet, A Modern Patron of the Buddhadharma
Not only did Gerard invite great Tibetan masters to come and teach in France, he also helped create the conditions that allowed their teachings to flourish there.
Emperor Wu of Liang
King Jigme Dorje Wangchuk of Bhutan
Letter From An Anonymous Donor
An anonymous donor makes a substantial donation to Khyentse Foundation earmarked for the Buddhist Literary Heritage Project and sends an encouraging letter to the board of directors.