A brief introduction to the vast activities and projects of the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa.
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Activity of the Karmapa
An Introduction
The 17th Gyalwang Karmapa has a vast array of activities, projects, and work from traditional Dharma teaching, to more modern topics such as environmentalism, the digitization of ancient Buddhist texts, and equality. Please scroll through the items below for a brief introduction to the Karmapa’s work.
AKSHOBHYA
The Gyalwang Karmapa has a very special interest in Akshobhya. The fifth Dyani Buddha that resides in the eastern direction, as a bodhisattva Askhobhya vowed to not get angry until reaching enlightenment.
PRESERVATION OF TEXTS
The Gyalwang Karmapa has undertaken the important and long-term task of digitizing Buddhist texts so that as many scriptures, commentaries, etc. are available in digital format.
ART WORK
Like many of his previous incarnations, the Gyalwang Karmapa takes a great interest in a variety of different forms of art including drawing, painting, sculpture, and calligraphy. here is a selection of images to enjoy.
KAGYU MONLAM
The Kagyu Monlam is a heart project of the Gyalwang Karmapa. Every year, thousands of people gather in Bodhgaya to perform practices, charitable activities, and hear teachings, all of which is dedicated to world peace.
FEMALE BUDDHIST COMMUNITY
The Karmapa has, for many years, taken a deep interest in the female Buddhist community, as well as taking the responsibility to restore full ordination for Tibetan nuns.
TEACHING THE DHARMA
The Gyalwang Karmapa gives extensive teachings many times a year in various places around the world. Almost all of these are streamed live online for students afar.
WRITTEN WORK
His Holiness has been composing texts and poems since early childhood. Many of these have been translated into various languages and collected into volumes, and many are recited by students as part of their daily prayers.
THE ENVIRONMENT
The Gyalwang Karmapa is a passionate environmentalist and regularly incorporates this theme into his teachings and life’s work including the establishment of an environmental trust, vegetarianism, and more.
