TMC Monastics

Lama Gyaltsen, an ordained monk, joined us in 2004 when he came from Jangchub Ling, Dehra Dun, India to help out with projects at the center. In particular, he has assited Drupön Thinley with the upkeep of the Lama House at the retreat-center and also in the building of the stupa. Lama-la assists in all the major and minor ritual-events at the center (such as constructing sand-mandalas), acting as the "shrine-master" (chopon) and also instruct others in the correct performance and preparation of many rituals central to our lineage. He has performed funerals, memorial services, conducted house-blessings, consecration of sacred images and offered support and counsel to many members and visitors alike. Lama-la also teaches Tibetan language classes from time to time. Always quick to work and be the first to volunteer, Lama Gyaltsen is a joy to have around and in his own quiet and unassuming way is teaching by example.


Below are other monastics associated with TMC.