December 15, 2025

This Very Moment
Episode 3: Spreading the Practice of Chöd Across the World with Dungzin Garab Dorje Rinpoche

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Show Notes

This episode features Dungzin Garab Dorje Rinpoche, the son and dharma heir of his father, Thinley Norbu Rinpoche. Learn about his upbringing and early introductions to the deepest layers of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. From his early studies to empowerments and teachings from some of the most revered Buddhist masters, Rinpoche shares stories about how the Buddhadharma took root in his heart, leading him to become a renowned throne holder in the Dudjom lineage in This Very Moment. 

In this interview, Rinpoche recalls early memories of living and studying Buddhism in Darjeeling at Kangyur Rinpoche’s gompa as a young boy, followed by intensive study at  Mindrolling and Palyul. He describes how his connection with his father developed as he matured. Slowly he began to witness his father’s teachings and the vision he had for him with more clarity, transforming their relationship from father and son to teacher and disciple. Likewise, he reminisces his remarkable familial connection with Kyabje Dudjom Rinpoche (paternal grandfather) and Sonam Zangpo Rinpoche (maternal grandfather), as well as the challenges and auspicious connections required to build the Rangjung Woesel Choeling Monastery and his extensive dharma activities seen today. 

About the Interviewee

Dungzin Garab Dorje Rinpoche is one of the main throne holders of the Dudjom Tersear lineage. He is the son and Dharma heir of the renowned Thinley Norbu Rinpoche and grandson of the great Kyabe Dudjom Rinpoche. Rinpoche has many thousands of students under his care across the world. He oversees Rangjung Monastery and Thekchhok Nunnery in East Bhutan, as well as hundreds of lay practitioner groups focusing on the chöd practice of Thröma Nakmo.  Rinpoche travels tirelessly throughout the year, overseeing a vast array of Dharma activities.  

Related Books from the Dudjom Tradition 

• The Sole Panacea by Thinley Norbu Rinpoche
• A Brief Fantasy History of a Himalayan by Thinley Norbu Rinpoche 
• Counsels from my Heart by Dudjom Rinpoche 
• Wisdom Nectar by Dudjom Rinpoche 

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