The Dedication of Thrangu Monastery – Johnny Norbuu Barnhill

Yushu, Kham (Quinghai/ Tibet)
I wanted to share some moments of special times where it became so clear how blessed we are by perfect gurus, completely offering and upholding the perfect precious dharma.

Photo credits to Jangchub GrgTenzin Song, and Johnny Norbuu Barnhill.

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Greeting Thrangu Rinpoche at Yushu airport were dignitaries including Dulmo Chöje Rinpoche, local government officials, arya sangha and lay students.
I'm pretty into this pic, but Rinpoche's mind is so vast, as he demonstrates everything.
I’m pretty into this pic, but Rinpoche’s mind is so vast, as he demonstrates everything.
Abbott of Thrangu monastery in Yushu, Quinghai Venerable Lodro Nyima Rinpoche and lama Tashi Tsewang, Thrangu Rinpoche's attendant.
Abbott of Thrangu monastery in Yushu, Quinghai Venerable Lodro Nyima Rinpoche and Lama Tashi Tsewang, Thrangu Rinpoche’s attendant.
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Joy abounds with the lamas supporting Rinpoche’s constant beneficial activities — with Wangchuk Topden, Khenpo Sherab, Dunsey Lama Pema, Jangchub Grg, Lobsang Dorje and Nyima Dhundup.
Lama Dawa and Lama Tashi Tsewang constantly supporting Rinpoche's work
Lama Dawa and Lama Tashi Tsewang constantly supporting Rinpoche’s work.
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At the stupa commemorating the birthplace of Je Tsongkhapa — with Wangchuk Topden, Khenpo Sherab, Tsewang Tashi and Lama Dawa.
Rinpoche offers oral transmission (Lung) from Treasury of Knowledge, Xining.
Rinpoche offers oral transmission (Lung) from Treasury of Knowledge, Xining.
The 14th Gyalwang Karmapa's stupa, where he passed away at the Palace of Great Bliss retreat, above Thrangu Monastery, Yushu.
The 14th Gyalwang Karmapa’s stupa, where he passed away at the Palace of Great Bliss retreat, above Thrangu Monastery, Yushu.
At the inauguration of Thrangu Monastery, fortunate monks of Thrangu Monastery pose with Zuri Rinpoche, Lodro Nyima Rinpoche, Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche and Thrangu Rinpoche.
At the inauguration of Thrangu Monastery, fortunate monks of Thrangu Monastery pose with Zuri Rinpoche, Lodro Nyima Rinpoche, Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche and Thrangu Rinpoche.
Zuri Rinpoche, Lodro Nyima Rinpoche and Thrangu Rinpoche offer empowerment and blessings to thousands and thousands of students at the grand opening
Zuri Rinpoche, Lodro Nyima Rinpoche and Thrangu Rinpoche offer empowerment and blessings to thousands and thousands of students at the grand opening
Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche and Lodro Nyima Rinpoche, Kham.
Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche and Lodro Nyima Rinpoche, Kham.
Zuri Rinpoche and Lodro Nyima Rinpoche.
Zuri Rinpoche and Lodro Nyima Rinpoche.