About Lama Jigme

Lama Jigme Rinpoche, born in 1949 in Kham, Tibet, is a prominent teacher in the Karma Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism and the brother of the late 14th Shamar Rinpoche. Appointed by the 16th Karmapa as his European representative, he oversees Dhagpo Kagyu Ling in France, a central hub for Buddhist teachings and practice. He fled Tibet in 1959 and later received extensive transmissions from the 16th Karmapa. Jigme Rinpoche has authored several books and remains a key figure in spreading Buddhism in the West.
Lama Jigme Rinpoche, born in 1949 in Kham, Tibet, is a prominent teacher in the Karma Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism and the brother of the late 14th Shamar Rinpoche. Appointed by the 16th Karmapa as his European representative, he oversees Dhagpo Kagyu Ling in France, a central hub for Buddhist teachings and practice. He fled Tibet in 1959 and later received extensive transmissions from the 16th Karmapa. Jigme Rinpoche has authored several books and remains a key figure in spreading Buddhism in the West.
Lukhang Temple mural depicting Dzogchen anuyoga practices such as tummo which work with the subtle body channels

List of well-known Dzogchen Teachers

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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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