Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karm...Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karma Kagyu sect pioneered the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in the 13th century,this tradition has continued for more than 700 years.Since the Gelug sect adopted the reincarnation practice in the 16th century,resulting in major lineages such as the Dalai Lama and Panchen Erdeni reincarnations,the system has now held a history of over 400 years.Since the Yuan Dynasty(1271-1368),successive central governments of China have,without exception,strengthened administration over reincarnation matters.In the 57th year of the reign of Emperor Qianlong(1792)of the Qing Dynasty,the Golden Urn Lot-Drawing System was formally established.This system has remained in place up to the present day.Demonstrating national sovereignty,governmental authority,as well as the sacredness and impartiality of Buddhism,it has effectively prevented corruption and malpractice during the reincarnation process.展开更多
Rgyaltshab rje(嘉曹杰,1364-1432)was the first great disciple of Tsonkhapa(宗喀巴)of the Gelug Sect(格鲁派)of Buddhism in Xizang.After the death of Tsonkhapa,he was the first to succeed to the Dharma throne of Dgahldan...Rgyaltshab rje(嘉曹杰,1364-1432)was the first great disciple of Tsonkhapa(宗喀巴)of the Gelug Sect(格鲁派)of Buddhism in Xizang.After the death of Tsonkhapa,he was the first to succeed to the Dharma throne of Dgahldan Monastery(噶登寺).Being a man of great knowledge and noble virtues,he was respected by all the disciples of Tsonkhapa and was honored equally on a par with their deceased teacher.展开更多
文摘Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karma Kagyu sect pioneered the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in the 13th century,this tradition has continued for more than 700 years.Since the Gelug sect adopted the reincarnation practice in the 16th century,resulting in major lineages such as the Dalai Lama and Panchen Erdeni reincarnations,the system has now held a history of over 400 years.Since the Yuan Dynasty(1271-1368),successive central governments of China have,without exception,strengthened administration over reincarnation matters.In the 57th year of the reign of Emperor Qianlong(1792)of the Qing Dynasty,the Golden Urn Lot-Drawing System was formally established.This system has remained in place up to the present day.Demonstrating national sovereignty,governmental authority,as well as the sacredness and impartiality of Buddhism,it has effectively prevented corruption and malpractice during the reincarnation process.
文摘Rgyaltshab rje(嘉曹杰,1364-1432)was the first great disciple of Tsonkhapa(宗喀巴)of the Gelug Sect(格鲁派)of Buddhism in Xizang.After the death of Tsonkhapa,he was the first to succeed to the Dharma throne of Dgahldan Monastery(噶登寺).Being a man of great knowledge and noble virtues,he was respected by all the disciples of Tsonkhapa and was honored equally on a par with their deceased teacher.
