The 17th Gyalwa Karmapa's Main Center in the United States is Siddhartha Foundation International
17th Gyalwa Karmapa is the spiritual head of the Karma Kagyu School of Tibetan Buddhism. Over 850 meditation centers in more than 60 countries operate under the spiritual guidance of the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa Thaye Dorje. Each year thousands of people are touched by the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa’s wisdom and compassion as he travels throughout the world teaching the Dharma and meeting with spiritual leaders and state dignitaries.
17th Gyalwa Karmapa was born in Tibet in May 6, 1983. He is the son of Mipham Rinpoche, a renowned scholar and master of the Nyingma Lineage and Dechen Wangmo, a direct descendant of the legendary King Gesar of Ling. The 17th Gyalwa Karmapa foresees many different groups coming together there to work for the benefit of all beings.
The 17th Gyalwa Karmapa has embraced the modern world – he speaks fluent English, has studied many Western academic subjects and is proficient with computer and communication technologies. Visit the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa online!
