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The 16th Gyalwa Karmapa
Rangjung Rigpe Dorje (1924–1981)
"When subject, object and experience are a totality and one cannot separate one's own wishes for happiness from the wishes of others, one is in the absolute state. Observing the world, this feels exceedingly natural. There can be no doubt that all beings want to have happiness and avoid suffering." — Lama Ole
16th Karmapa Rangjung Rigpe Dorje

Bodhisattva Promise

Until I attain full enlightenment, I take refuge in the Buddhas, their teachings and the Bodhisattvas. Following the example of the Buddhas, I will develop the enlightened attitude, follow the Bodhisattva path and attain the progressive stages of realisation until full enlightenment is reached for the good of all beings.