About Gelongma Palmo

Gelongma Pelmo, an influential figure in Himalayan and Tibetan Buddhism, is credited with founding the nyungne fasting meditation practice. Linked with Avalokiteśvara and Tārā, she's also associated with Vajrayoginī and sahaja practices. Born in Kashmir in the 9th-11th centuries, she renounced royalty, overcame leprosy through fasting and meditation, and introduced the nyungne practice for karma purification. Her life stories depict her diverse roles as a meditation founder, tantric adept, and mahāsiddha.
Gelongma Pelmo, an influential figure in Himalayan and Tibetan Buddhism, is credited with founding the nyungne fasting meditation practice. Linked with Avalokiteśvara and Tārā, she's also associated with Vajrayoginī and sahaja practices. Born in Kashmir in the 9th-11th centuries, she renounced royalty, overcame leprosy through fasting and meditation, and introduced the nyungne practice for karma purification. Her life stories depict her diverse roles as a meditation founder, tantric adept, and mahāsiddha.
Buddhist Studies Institute

Buddhist Fasting practice with Pema Khandro

9
Jan
2024