Gelugpa: 1 definition
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Source: Shambala Publications: GeneralGeluk (dgelugs-pa), Tib., roughly “school of the virtuous”; the last to be established of the four main schools of Tibetan Buddhism, founded by Tsongkhapa. This doctrinal tradition, pursuant to that of the Kadampa, lays particular emphasis on the observation of monastic rules and thorough study of authoritative texts. Principal among these is the literature on the stages of the path and the systematic works on the various Buddhist doctrinal views. Since the installation of the dalai lamas as heads of state in the 17th century, the Gelugpas have held political leadership.
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Full-text: Gelug, Buddhist Chant.
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Search found 3 books and stories containing Gelugpa; (plurals include: Gelugpas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
The Way of the White Clouds (by Anāgarika Lāma Govinda)
Chapter 37 - The State Oracle of Nāchung < [Part 3 - Death and Rebirth]
Chapter 33 - Interlude at dungkar gompa < [Part 3 - Death and Rebirth]
Chapter 35 - Lengthening Shadows < [Part 3 - Death and Rebirth]
Chenian Short Lectures in America (by Yogi C. M. Chen)
Chapter 2 - The Three Identifications < [Part One]
Chapter 3 - Some Questions Answered < [Part Two]
Bodhisattvacharyavatara (by Andreas Kretschmar)
Translator’s Introduction < [Introduction Text]