Amgön Rinpoche
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| MainNamePhon | Amgön Rinpoche |
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| bio | Amgön Rinpoche (1853-1945) was a renowned hermit and yogin at Drikung Til, celebrated for his miraculous powers and eccentric behavior. Popular stories credit him with the ability to transform himself into a young monk and travel instantly to Lhasa. Known for his unconventional conduct, he refused offerings from those who brought them while requesting gifts from empty-handed visitors, and plastered his cell walls with paper money, which he refused to recognize as having value. His seemingly bizarre actions often carried pointed spiritual lessons—when the monastery's disciplinarian called him crazy, Amgön Rinpoche retorted that building a sumptuous residence was the true madness. According to his biography, his disruptive behavior was motivated by tantric practice, particularly teachings from the Hevajra Tantra. Fellow master Drupwang Tseten Rinpoche defended him, stating, "He is not crazy. It is a sign of his having achieved siddhis . . . This is not like ordinary madness." (Source: DiValerio, The Holy Madmen of Tibet, 226) |
| YearBirth | 1853 |
| YearDeath | 1945 |
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