About Vairochanavajra

Vairocanavajra, born in Somnathpuri, South Koshala, was a royal descendant who studied in Nalanda Monastery. Under the yogi Surapela, he learned doha songs and alchemy. In China, he showcased alchemical skills by drinking mercury, leading to imprisonment. In Tibet, he collaborated on translations and had notable students. Praised for his humble and truthful nature, he's considered part of a Kagyu sister lineage. His translations of dohas from Apabhramsha are highly valued, and he wrote Tengyur commentaries. Vairocanavajra, sometimes known as Vairocana, Bhero, or Berowa, shouldn't be confused with the eighth-century Tibetan Vairocanarakshita.
Vairocanavajra, born in Somnathpuri, South Koshala, was a royal descendant who studied in Nalanda Monastery. Under the yogi Surapela, he learned doha songs and alchemy. In China, he showcased alchemical skills by drinking mercury, leading to imprisonment. In Tibet, he collaborated on translations and had notable students. Praised for his humble and truthful nature, he's considered part of a Kagyu sister lineage. His translations of dohas from Apabhramsha are highly valued, and he wrote Tengyur commentaries. Vairocanavajra, sometimes known as Vairocana, Bhero, or Berowa, shouldn't be confused with the eighth-century Tibetan Vairocanarakshita.
1st Karmapa Dusum Khyenpa Thangka Painting

1st Karmapa Lama – Dusum Kyenpa

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Dharma, Vajrayāna
Dusum Khyenpa is known as the 1st . Dusum Khyenpa is the founder of the (Kamtsang) branch of the Tradition. Dusum Khyenpa was born in Kham He served as Abbot of after and founded the . He is becoming the seat of the incarnate Karmapa . Dusum Khyenpa was the founder of the school and of its three main : Kampo Nenang Gon in 1164, Karma Gon .
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