11/07/2026
Very happy to announce that His Eminence Trisab Gyabra Rinpoche & His Eminence Khenchen Konchog Gyaltshen Rinpoche will lead the 3-Day Thousand Offerings of Ushnishavijaya that will precede the inauguration of the Dharma Hall at Drikung Forest Hermitage in Green Mountain, North Carolina. From July 16-18, Their Eminences, assisted by Drupon Dawa Norbu (India), Lopön Sonam (Boston), Lopön Kalsang (Pittsburgh), and Lama Rigzin (Maryland), will lead retreatants from all over the US and beyond in dedicating this to the longevity and good health of His Holiness Drikung Kyabgön Tinlé Lhundup (whose birthday in on July 18), and His Holiness Drikung Kyabgön Chökyi Nangwa. As instructed by His Holiness Kyabgön Tinle Lhundup, we will be using the Thousand Offering text that His Holiness compiled, with Marpa’s lineage of the special deity practice of Ushnishavijaya as its core.
During these 3 days, Khenchen Rinpoche will also give teachings on Kyobpa Jikten Sumgön’s special instructions on lovingkindness and Mahāmudrā.
Dorje Lopön Dr. Hun Lye and his community, Urban Dharma North Carolina & Drikung Dharmakirti International Sangha will host this retreat and inauguration.
On Sunday, July 19, Their Eminences will consecrate the Dharma Hall starting at 10AM. Everyone is invited to the consecration and festivities that follow. Bring some food to share!
See Comments section for Hermitage address.
