The celebration featured prayers from three distinct Buddhist traditions held in KTCL’s gompa, uniting the Malaysian Buddhist community in a heartfelt prayer for the long life and continued guidance of His Holiness.

The event underscored the unity and devotion of Malaysia’s Buddhist practitioners across the Nyingma, Sakya, Kagyu, and Gelug traditions, as facilitated by the VBCM, a platform established in 1998 to foster interaction and harmony among Tibetan Buddhist practitioners in Malaysia.

A highlight of the event was a video presentation showcasing the biography of His Eminence Kyabje Dagpo Rinpoche, KTCL’s Spiritual Head. Rinpoche also delivered a special video message, urging attendees to aspire for the long life of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, emphasizing the Dalai Lama’s role as a global beacon of compassion and wisdom.

The event concluded with gratitude extended to KTCL’s volunteers and Dharma friends for their contributions to the joyous occasion. The celebration highlighted the enduring influence of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the vibrant Buddhist community in Malaysia, united under the spiritual leadership of figures like Kyabje Dagpo Rinpoche.


About Kadam Tashi Choe Ling Malaysia

Founded in 1995, Kadam Tashi Choe Ling Malaysia is a cornerstone of Buddhist practice in Petaling Jaya, dedicated to preserving and sharing the teachings of the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Under the guidance of Venerable Dagpo Rinpoche, the center hosts bi-weekly prayers, study groups, and webcasts of teachings, making Buddhist philosophy accessible to both local and international students.

KTCL is also known for its community service, including a soup kitchen initiative and the publication of translated teachings for English-speaking practitioners. The center’s commitment to the Dharma has made it a vital hub for spiritual growth in Malaysia.


Biography of Kyabje Dagpo Rinpoche

Born in 1932 in Kongpo, southeastern Tibet, Dagpo Rinpoche was recognized at age two by the 13th Dalai Lama as the reincarnation of Dagpo Lama Rinpoche Jamphel Lhundrup, the root guru of Pabongkha Rinpoche.

At six, he began his studies at Bamchoe Monastery, later joining Dagpo Shedrup Ling Monastery at 13 to study the Five Great Texts of Buddhist Philosophy. He deepened his understanding at Drepung’s Gomang Dratsang under masters like Geshe Ngawang Nyima. Rinpoche studied under 37 masters, including His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama and the Dalai Lama’s tutors, Kyabje Ling Rinpoche and Kyabje Trijang Rinpoche.

After fleeing Tibet in 1959, he continued teaching globally, founding the Ganden Ling Institute in France in 1978, the first Gelug congregation recognized by the French government. Known for his simplicity and compassion, Rinpoche remains a revered figure, guiding KTCL and other centers in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Europe.