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Passing of Tulku Sampten Ngedon – HIGHLIGHT
by the Office of the Sakyong It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Tulku Sampten Ngedon, known to many as Tulku Oga, the youngest brother of His Eminence Terton Namkha Drimed Rinpoche. He passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 14th, under the spiritual ... continuePosted September 17, 2017 by CGH
Grand Opening Ripa International Center – HIGHLIGHT
from the Ripa Council The Ripa Ladrang, The Ripa International Center and the Padma Lings of Europe are pleased to announce the opening of the first Ripa center in the West, located just outside of Bern, Switzerland. All Shambhalians are warmly invited to join the festivities. The ... continuePosted May 26, 2012 by
A Brief History of the Ripa Lineage – HIGHLIGHT
By Walker Blaine The word ripa means ‘one of the mountains,’ an accomplished meditator who dwells in secluded retreat. The Ripa family line began during the 12th century as a hereditary lineage in the Barom Kagyu tradition, but it became firmly established with its present name because ... continuePosted May 17, 2011 by Walker Blaine