Lama Jigme Rinpoche and the Dhagpo Kagyu Ling community share the following message on the Parinirvana of Venerable Maniwa Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche.
To honor this great Maniwa master and to deepen our own connection to Chenrezi, Jigme Rinpoche encourages us to join together in Chenrezig practice.
Stäfa,
September 4th, 2025
To the Lamas, Khenpos, Monks, and Nuns of Dhagpo Sheydrub Ling,
The news of Venerable Maniwa Sherab Gyaltsen Rinpoche’s passing brings me deep personal sadness, but even more so, I feel the immeasurable loss for our Karma Kagyu lineage.
Having entered the Pure Land, Rinpoche leaves behind a legacy of profound authenticity. I offer my heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family, disciples, and students throughout the world.
With his passing, our lineage has lost a master of rare integrity. Rinpoche perfectly embodied the three sets of vows: the discipline of individual liberation, the Bodhisattva discipline, and the Mantrayana discipline.
Throughout his life, he upheld the full monastic vows he received from Rangjung Rigpé Dorjé, His Holiness the 16th Gyalwa Karmapa—a commitment both exceptional and deeply precious in today’s world.
He remained unwavering in his dedication to the welfare of all beings, showing equal care to the underprivileged and to all who sought his guidance. Through his steadfast Mantrayana commitments, he maintained unceasing practice rooted in the blessings of the lineage. He transmitted empowerments that ripen the mind, guided disciples tirelessly as a Drupön with flawless instructions and reading transmissions, and organized vast Nyungné retreats—personally completing billions of Mani recitations.
Although this moment feels unbearably dark, those who had the immense merit of meeting such a master should rejoice deeply, for beings like him are exceedingly rare in this world. The most meaningful way to honor his life, his example, and his boundless generosity is to hold his precious advice close to your heart and to continue putting into practice all that you have received from him.
With prayers,
Lama Jigme Rinpoche
