Welcome to Phadampa Shijay Chöd Center
Welcome to phadampa.org
This site is dedicated to the authentic Buddhist lineage descending from Phadampa Sangye, the great Indian Mahasiddha whose teachings of pacification of suffering
(Shijay) continue as a living tradition.
Central to this lineage is the fully realized Chöd cutting the ego transmission upheld and transmitted by
Machig Labdrön main disciple of Phadampa.
Under the blessings of Late Chod Master Lama Tsering Wangdu Norbu Rinpoche and guidance under our teacher Lama Dawa widely known as Roaming Yogi,
one main disciple of Lama Wangdu Rinpoche.
This community seeks to preserve the purity of lineage transmission, support sincere practitioners, and encourage disciplined Dharma practice grounded in ethical conduct and compassion.
May those who encounter these teachings cultivate wisdom and compassion for the benefit of all beings.
MISSION & INTENTION
This organization is committed to:
• Maintaining accurate transmission of lineage teachings
• Supporting authentic Chöd and meditative practice
• Encouraging discipline grounded in compassion and ethics
• Preserving traditional forms while remaining accessible
• Serving practitioners with sincerity and respect
Our aspiration is that the teachings remain untainted, clear, and beneficial, in
accordance with the intentions of the lineage masters.
Whether you are new to the Dharma or a longtime practitioner, you are welcome in this
field of kindness.
Growth of the Sangha Worldwide
Following the establishment of the California chapter, practice groups were subsequently founded in:
• New York
• Colorado
• Russia
• India and Nepal
These communities continue the living practice of Shijay and Chöd (gcod) in accordance with lineage blessing and guidance.
Lineage Blessing & Guidance
This sangha maintains devotion and connection to:
Lama Tsering Wangdu Norbu Rinpoche
Lineage holder of the Shijay and Chöd traditions
and follows the guidance of:
Lama Kunsang Thongdo Dorjee
Disciple of Rinpoche and guiding teacher of the sangha
Aspiration
May the teachings of Shijay and Chöd remain pure and unbroken.
May sincere practitioners train with discipline and compassion.
May all beings benefit from these sacred lineages.