17^th Gyalwang Karmapa, Orgyen Trinley Dorje

The Karma Kagu lineage, which originated in 11th-century Tibet, is headed by the 17^th Gyalwang Karmapa, Orgyen Trinley Dorje. As a scholar, meditation master, painter, poet, environmental activist, and social justice activist, he brings the tradition into the 21^st century. For more information about his activities and lineage, visit the KTD monastery website at kagyu.org.

Vajra Vidya Portland

Vajra Vidya means “Indestructible Awareness”. It is the Sanskrit name of Rikpe Dorje, the 16^th Gyalwang Karmapa, the previous spiritual head of the Karma Kagyu lineage, who was the teacher of Thrangu Rinpoche.

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