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Ancient Wisdom for Modern Society, Phurbu Tashi, Gampopa Center Press

Lama Phurbu Tashi Rinpoche was born in Minyak, Kham in 1973. He was recognized as a Tulku or reincarnate Lama by Bo Gangkar Monastery in Eastern Tibet. Lama received his early monastic education at the Gangkar Monastery and later attended the Palpung Monastery College. He is a practicing monk who studied with realized masters in India, Sikkim and Nepal. Lama attended the Nalanda Institute in India and achieved excellent success as a Buddhist scholar. With renewed dedication Lama entered the traditional 3 year, 3 month and 3 day retreat under the guidance of The late V. V. Bokar Rinpoche at Mirik Monastery. Upon completion of the retreat he became a Retreat Master (Drupon). Lama made his way to the USA and is now residing and teaching the Annapolis MD area. He regularly teaches in Indonesia, Tibet and Annapolis. His scholarship, realization, and boundless compassion light up his countenance during teaching to the delight and benefit of his many students.