About Chakung Jigme Wangdrak Rinpoche

Chakung Jigme Wangdrak Rinpoche was born in the Golok region of Eastern Tibet, a fourth descendant of the renowned Tibetan master Dudjom Lingpa. Recognized at 15 as the reincarnation of Rigzin Longsel Nyingpo, Rinpoche studied extensively at Larung Gar Monastery under Khenchen Jigme Phuntsok and Dakini Kunzang Wangmo. In Tibet, he published Dudjom Lingpa's writings and the Nyingma Gyudbum. Since 2011, he has resided in the San Francisco Bay Area, founding The Abhaya Fellowship in 2014 and opening Longsal Ling Dharma center in 2016 to preserve the Dudjom lineage.
Chakung Jigme Wangdrak Rinpoche was born in the Golok region of Eastern Tibet, a fourth descendant of the renowned Tibetan master Dudjom Lingpa. Recognized at 15 as the reincarnation of Rigzin Longsel Nyingpo, Rinpoche studied extensively at Larung Gar Monastery under Khenchen Jigme Phuntsok and Dakini Kunzang Wangmo. In Tibet, he published Dudjom Lingpa's writings and the Nyingma Gyudbum. Since 2011, he has resided in the San Francisco Bay Area, founding The Abhaya Fellowship in 2014 and opening Longsal Ling Dharma center in 2016 to preserve the Dudjom lineage.
Lukhang Temple mural depicting Dzogchen anuyoga practices such as tummo which work with the subtle body channels

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Rinpoche, Vajrayāna
In the realm of contemporary Dogzen teachers, a diverse array of masters and practitioners offer profound teachings and guidance worldwide. Introduction to Dzogchen Teachings Dzogchen, often referred to as the "Great Perfection," is a profound teaching and meditation practice within Tibetan Buddhism. It emphasizes direct realization of one's true nature, known as rigpa, beyond conceptual frameworks and intellectual understanding. Considered the pinnacle of spiritual attainment, Dzogchen teaches that every being possesses intrinsic wisdom and purity, which can be .
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