His Holiness the 42nd Sakya Trizin, Ratna Vajra Rinpoche

His Holiness the 42nd Kyabgon Gongma Trizin, Ratna Vajra Rinpoche, is the eldest son of His Holiness Sakya Trichen (the 41st Sakya Trizin).  He is considered one of the most highly qualified lineage masters of Tibetan Buddhism. Renowned for his erudition and the clarity of his teachings, His Holiness the 42nd Sakya Trizin the prestigious Khön family, whose successive generations […]

His Holiness the Sakya Trichen

His Holiness the 41st Sakya Trichen His Holiness Kyabgon Gongma Trichen Rinpoche (The Sakya Trichen) served as the 41st head of the Sakya Order of Tibetan Buddhism until March 2017, when the throneholder duties were handed over to His Holiness Ratna Vajra Rinpoche, the 42nd Sakya Trizin, formally addressed as His Holiness Kyabgon Gongma Trizin […]

Palden Sakya Phuntsok Ling (Sakya Centre Dunda)

Palden Sakya Phuntsok Ling is a branch of the Sakya Centre established in the town of Dunda, a small town located in the hills of Uttarkashi about four hours drive away from Dehradun. Many of the people of Dunda are of Tibetan origin and embrace their faith with much devotion and earnest dedication. Built in […]

Melody of Dharma Magazine

Melody of Dharma A Publication of the Sakya Dolma PhodrangClick on the links to open, download or read issues online. (PDF format) Issue no.19: Special Edition Issue no.18 Special Edition Issue no.17 Issue no.16 Issue no.15 Issue no.14 Issue no.13 Issue no.12 Issue no.11 Issue no.10 Issue no.9 Issue no.8 Issue no.12 Issue no.6 Issue […]

Advice to Dharma Students

ADVICE TO DHARMA STUDENTS A Teaching by His Holiness the Sakya Trizin (Interview) Your Holiness, why should we practice Buddhist teachings? Generally speaking, from the smallest insect on up to the most intelligent human being, there is agreement that all sentient beings want happiness and all of them also wish to avoid suffering. The majority […]