Aerial view of Namkha Khyung Dzong Rigzin Choling Monastery on a forested hillside

Namkha Khyung Dzong Rigzin Choling Monastery

Namkha Khyung Dzong Monastery follows the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.

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Introduction

In particular, it upholds the teachings of Namkha Khyung Dzong, a sub-tradition of the Dudjom Tersar that began with Degyal Rinpoche (Pema Dechen Gyalpo), one of the thirteen principal disciples of Dudjom Lingpa (1835-1904). Namkha Khyung Dzong takes its name from the Dharma encampment established by Degyal Rinpoche near Mount Kailash in West Tibet.

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Venerable Gyepa Rinpoche seated on a throne, wearing a red ceremonial hat
  • Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Odisha, India

Venerable Gyepa Rinpoche

Principal lineage holder of the Töluk tradition of the Dudjom Tersar

Venerable Gyepa Rinpoche (b. 1960) is a principal lineage holder of the Töluk tradition of the Dudjom Tersar, a lineage originating with Dudjom Lingpa and carried forward through his direct disciple, Degyal Rinpoche, who settled on the slopes of Mount Kailash and established Namkha Khyung Dzong.

As a principal holder of the Tröma Nakmo cycle of the Dudjom Tersar, Gyepa Rinpoche has devoted his life to the preservation, practice, and transmission of the Buddhist teachings and traditions entrusted…

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Khandro Dechen

Spiritual Guide & Lineage Teacher

Khandro Dechen plays an instrumental role in guiding the retreat community, preserving the sacred teachings of the Dudjom Tersar lineage, and fostering spiritual practice among the sangha.

Khandro Dechen has dedicated her life to the sacred Dharma, spiritual contemplation, and the preservation of the wisdom traditions of the Dudjom Tersar. She provides guidance and support to the monastic community,…

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Monastery

Aerial view of Namkha Khyung Dzong Nunnery below green hills

Odisha, India

Namkha Khyung Dzong Nunnery

Namkha Khyung Dzong Nunnery is dedicated to the study, practice, and preservation of the Buddha’s teachings.

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  1. Retreat Happening now

    Monastic Autumn Retreat & Teachings

    , – , (India time) Autumn Teaching Session

    • Namkha Khyung Dzong Nunnery, Odisha

    A ten-day intensive study, contemplation, and retreat gathering on the Dudjom Tersar lineage.

  2. Puja

    Annual Guru Rinpoche Tsok Puja

    , – 10th Day of the Lunar Month

    • Main Shrine Hall, Kathmandu

    Join us for the auspicious Guru Rinpoche Tsok offering and recitation of aspiration prayers at the main shrine.

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Sacred incense, consecrated malas, and traditional ritual essentials prepared by the monastery sangha.

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Traditional Himalayan Incense
Incense

Traditional Himalayan Incense

Formulated according to authentic Dudjom Tersar lineage recipes with pure herbs, saffron, and aromatic woods.

Bodhi Seed 108-Bead Mala
Prayer Beads

Bodhi Seed 108-Bead Mala

Authentic 108-bead Bodhgaya Bodhi seed prayer mala, hand-strung by monks and blessed in daily assemblies.

Eight Auspicious Silk Khada
Offering Scarf

Eight Auspicious Silk Khada

Traditional white ceremonial scarf woven with the Ashtamangala (Eight Auspicious Symbols) for offerings.

Tibetan Windhorse Prayer Flags
Prayer Flags

Tibetan Windhorse Prayer Flags

Woodblock printed traditional lungta flags carrying sacred mantras for peace, long life, and luck.

Hand-Hammered Singing Bowl
Ritual Item

Hand-Hammered Singing Bowl

Hand-beaten 7-metal meditation bowl producing deep resonant tones, with rosewood striker and cushion.

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