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A Tibetan Buddhism Organization A Home for Longchen NyingThig Study in Litchfield, Connecticut |
Nyingma Tradition and the Longchen
NyingThig Lineage
Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava)
Nyingma Tradition of the
Buddhism Religion
Nyingma
traditional histories consider their teachings to trace back to the first
Buddha Samantabhadra (Güntu
Sangpo) and Indian mahasiddhas
such as Garab Dorjé, Śrī Siṃha and Jñānasūtra.
Traditional sources trace the origin of the Nyingma order in Tibet to figures
associated with the initial introduction of Buddhism in the 8th century, such
as Padmasambhava, Yeshe Tsogyal,
Vimalamitra, Vairotsana, Buddhaguhya and Shantaraksita.The
Nyingma tradition is also seen having been founded at Samyé,
the first monastery in Tibet. Nyingma teachings are also known for having been
passed down through networks of lay practitioners or ngagpas
(Skt. mantrī).
Jigme Lingpa
Longchen NyingThig
Lineage
Longchen Nyingthig (Tibetan: ཀློང་ཆེན་སྙིང་ཐིག་,
Wylie: klong chen snying
thig) is a terma, revealed scripture, of the Nyingma
school of Tibetan Buddhism, which gives a systematic explanation of Dzogchen.
It was revealed by Jigme Lingpa (1730–1798).
Center of Gonjang Labrang
H.H. Gonjang Rinpoche
H.H. Gonjang
Rinpoche (Clergyman)
H.H. Tingkey Gonjang Rimpochee (Rinpoche) is the head of the Center of Gonjang Labrang.
H.H. Gonjang Rinpoche is the religious leader of the Longchen NyingThig study, the
Clergyman of Gonjang Monstary
in Sikkim, India, and the religious advisor to the King of Sikkim. H.H. was
recognized as the reincarnation of Yolmo Ngagchang Shakya Zangpo and admitted as a monk of Sangchen Pemayangtse Monastery.
H.H. Gonjang Rinpoche spent three years of retreat at Chorten Drupkhang under the guidance of H.H Drodup
Rinpoche and studied at Drejong Shedra
to learn the strong and in-depth Buddhist Philosophy under the supervision of Ven.Khenchen Tsundrue Rinpoche, Khenchen Dasar Rinpoche, etc. Rinpoche have received all
about Jang-ter tradition regarding empowerments and
oral transmission including the Dzogchen Gongpa zang-thal from H.H. Taklung Tsetrul Rinpoche. He received other oral transmission like Kagyur, Dujom terser and complete
ka ter teachings from H.H. Dujom
Rinpoche, H.H Dilgo Khentse
Rinpoche, H.H. Drodupchen Rinpoche, H.H. Jadrel Rinpoche, H.H Pedma Norbu
Rinpoche, H.H. Mdomang Yangthang
Rinpoche and many others high rinpoches. H.H. Rinpoche
had already given valuable teachings particularly in Sikkim and abroad. H.H. Rinpoche
established Gonjang monastery at rongbull,
Dorjeling in early 1970s and established main seat Ogen Mdo Ngag
Choling Monastery in the year 1980 near Gangtok at Bojogari.
Further H.H. Gonjang Rinpoche has contributed a lot
for the benefit of world peace by constructing a chorten (stupa) at Tashiding and Shar chog Bay-phug.
Center of Gonjang Labrang
Center of Gonjang Labrang
Officially
established in February 2024, the Gonjang Labrang Center is a sacred space rooted in the deep and
timeless traditions of Buddhism religion. Located at 143 Northfield Road,
Litchfield, Connecticut, the center is committed to preserving and sharing the
profound teachings of Buddhism. For years, H.H. Rinpoche's students have been
diligently following the rich spiritual path of Longchen
NyingThig, embracing its wisdom and practices.
At Gonjang Labrang, our mission is
to provide a transformative experience for all who seek spiritual growth.
Through immersive teachings, dynamic lectures, and a wide range of enriching
activities, we aim to nurture the well-being of the mind, body, and soul.
The center offers:
·
Buddhist Teachings:
Explore the profound teachings that have inspired and guided practitioners for
generations.
·
Meditation
Practices: Engage in mindful practices that bring clarity, peace, and inner
balance.
·
Auspicious Offering
Ceremonies: Participate in sacred rituals designed to cultivate merit and
positive karma for yourself and others.
Whether you are new
to Buddhism or a seasoned practitioner, the Center of Gonjang
Labrang welcomes you to join our community and embark
on a journey of spiritual discovery.
Current Shrine Room
H.H. Gonjang Rinpoche Gave
Blessing to Students
Students and Volunteers Preparing Wind-Horse Prayer
Flags
Auspicious Offering
For more information
please visit our website at longchennyingthig.org or contact us at [email protected]