“The dull-witted[1] follow faith [without wisdom].” If you don't have wisdom, you also do not want to understand/explain the Dharma. It is difficult to believe that this is the right thing to do. Also, being deceived by a false spiritual teacher is effortless, it is said.” “A guru must have renounced attachment to this life;… Continue reading “SWEEP THE SNOW OFF YOUR OWN HEAD/ROOF”: 17th Gyalwang Karmapa’s new thangka artwork of 1st Karmapa, Dusum Khyenpa and his oral instructions on the important qualities of a student and guru (English translation)
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‘KNOWER OF THE THREE TIMES’ MASTER WITH THE MIDNIGHT-BLUE DAKINI HAT: New artwork and poetic verse released for the anniversary of the 1st Karmapa, Dusum Khyenpa
Yesterday, was the anniversary of the First Karmapa, Dusum Khyenpa (karma pa 01 dus gsum mkhyen pa chos kyi grags pa, 1110-1193). The 17th Gyalwang Karmapa, Ogyen Trinley Dorje released an exquisitely beautiful painting of the renowned master together with an accompanying poetic praise. The First Karmapa's name Dusum Khyenpa means 'knower of the three… Continue reading ‘KNOWER OF THE THREE TIMES’ MASTER WITH THE MIDNIGHT-BLUE DAKINI HAT: New artwork and poetic verse released for the anniversary of the 1st Karmapa, Dusum Khyenpa