Establishing the First Larung Dharma Center in New York

A Journey to the West L78 Establishing the First Larung Dharma Center in New York

In this chapter of "A Journey to the West," Khenpo Sodargye follows His Holiness's arrival in New York City, the economic heart of the United States. Khenpo sets the scene by reflecting on New York's historical rise as a global financial powerhouse before detailing the group's stay at the historic Padmasambhava Dharma Center in Manhattan. Amidst a dense schedule of profound teachings—including Kalachakra, Peaceful Manjushri, and Chetsun Nyingtig—Khenpo spearheads the swift establishment of the first Larung Dharma Center of Sutrayana & Tantrayana in New York, complete with a personal consecration by His Holiness. The teaching also steps back to cover a notable visit to the United Nations Headquarters, guided by a Bhutanese representative. In the empty General Assembly Hall, His Holiness profoundly chanted the "Wangdu" Great Cloud of Blessings prayer, dedicating immense blessings and earnest aspirations for global harmony and long-lasting world peace.