With the utmost devotion of body, speech, and mind, we pay our humble respects and deep reverence to His Holiness the Seventeenth Gyalwang Karmapa, Ogyen Drodul Trinley Dorje, the crown ornament of the Kagyu Practice Lineage.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of His Holiness's father and offer our heartfelt condolences to His Holiness, his mother, sister Jetsunma, and all family members. At the suggestion of Jetsunma Ngodup Palzom, Benchen will observe the 5th Weekly Dedication Ritual in honor of the late venerable father. His Eminence Sangyes Nyenpa Rinpoche will lead the monks of Benchen Monastery in conducting the Gyalwa Gyatso puja (Red Chenrezik ritual). We are honored to cover the expenses of this ritual as a gesture of our dedication to the venerable late father and to bring comfort to all those who have passed away. We respectfully appeal to His Holiness to accept our deepest gratitude for your presence in this world. Your teachings and spiritual guidance are a profound source of inspiration and strength for us all. We are blessed to have you as our spiritual guide, and we pray that you remain in this world for countless aeons, illuminating the path for all sentient beings. May your noble intentions be fulfilled, and may your Buddha activity flourish throughout the universe, touching the hearts and minds of all!
With deep respect and gratitude,
Benchen Monastic Community
June 1, 2024
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