Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal

Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal (1594–1651) was a buddhist monk, politician and writer.

Also recorded as Ngawang Namgyal; Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel.

Overview

Born in 1594, died at Punakha in 1651.

In detail

training under Drukpa Yab Chen Tenpé Nyima and Yongdzin Lhawang Lodrö is recorded. Pekar Jungné, Damcho Pekar and Sonam Ozer are recorded as having studied under Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. the recorded working language is Tibetan.

Positions recorded include monarch and Shabdrung.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Ngawang Namgyal”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q337583: Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal

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