Akong Rinpoche

Tibetan-Chinese spiritual leader

Akong Rinpoche - Tibetan-Chinese spiritual leader
Born

December 25th, 1939
85 years ago

Died

October 8th, 2013
11 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

China

Links & References

A prominent Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leader, became one of the key figures in promoting Tibetan Buddhism in the West. Founded the Kagyu Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland, which served as a center for meditation and teachings. Actively engaged in humanitarian work, establishing various charitable organizations to support education and healthcare initiatives, both in the UK and India. Authored several works on Tibetan Buddhism, contributing to the understanding and practice of this tradition outside its country of origin.

Founded Kagyu Samye Ling Monastery

Established charitable organizations

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