Of Mongolian-Tibetan descent, Kathog Rigzin Chenpo – Padma Wangchen Rinpoche is an incarnation of Kathog Rigzin Chenpo – Tsewang Norbu and the lineage holder of the Rigzin lineage. An instructor of Rime (non-sectarian) teachings, Rinpoche has received teachings from several teachers from various traditions since the age of seven.
Taking the same path as the previous glorious masters, while simultaneously staying relevant to the times, Rinpoche has kept at the forefront of his practice, the advice and encouragements which great teachers and masters have given him. He has been working towards the benefits of sentient beings, with an enlightened mind and positive actions.
His primary teachers are Khamtsang Rinpoche, Jadral Rinpoche, Lanja Rinpoche, Ontrul Rinpoche, Dagchen Rinpoche, Pewar Rinpoche, Namtrul Rinpoche & Tare Lhamo, and Thubten Norbu, amongst others. From their teachings and guidance, he acquired knowledge and skills not only in the dharma but also in medicine, astrology, history and literature.
Rinpoche has received teachings from many teachers from various traditions, since the age of seven. Aside from the teachings in the Rigzin lineage, Rinpoche is also well-versed in the teachings of other traditions in the Tibetan lineages including Kathog, Payul, Sakya, Longchen, Dudjom, Kagyud and Jonang. Rinpoche’s teachings are frequently broadcast live on Facebook. There are also recordings of his teachings on varied topics by the Taiwan Tibetan Buddhism TV (TTBTV) which are available on Youtube.
Rinpoche often encourages his students to go on retreats for their practices. He has established retreat centres including one at Poulsbo (USA) where he is Spiritual Advisor and Instructor. He is also a Medical Advisor to a monastery hospital, and a translator of the teachings of the oldest Tibetan school Nyingma. Rinpoche is fluent in Tibetan and Chinese. He has translated, written and published dharma texts and stories of various topics in both languages.
