Jonang Lineage Support & Legacy

About this Program

Dzokden is dedicated to protecting the profound wisdom of the Jonang-Kalachakra lineage. For centuries, the Jonang tradition—the fifth major school of Tibetan Buddhism—has preserved the unique Zhentong (Other-Emptiness) view and the complete six-fold path of the Kalachakra Tantra.  Our mission is to provide the comprehensive infrastructure necessary to sustain the Jonang lineage by focusing on several strategic pillars of support:

 

Digital Archive

Dzokden is pioneering a revolutionary shift in preservation strategies through a dynamic digital archive. By integrating the wisdom of previous realized masters with the oral transmissions of current lineage holders, we are ensuring that this rare tradition remains a living force for future generations. Dzokden is uniquely leveraging Artificial Intelligence to bridge the gap between ancient manuscripts and modern accessibility, transforming once-hidden texts into a globally searchable and open-access sanctuary of knowledge. This creative application of AI not only protects these sacred teachings from physical loss but also democratizes the lineage’s unique insights, ensuring that the light of the Jonang remains accessible to anyone, anywhere in the world.

 

Additional Projects:

• Monastic & Leadership Support: Providing direct financial support, grants, and scholarships to Jonang lamas and monks, ensuring they have the resources to continue their intensive study and retreat.
• Knowledge Exchange: Inviting advanced monastic and non-monastic scholars to teach within our global community, providing more opportunity for people across the world to access these precious teachings.
• Cultural Preservation: Sponsoring specific Jonang Monlams (Prayer Festivals) and local projects that further the awareness and spiritual strength of the lineage.
  #RecognizeJonang Campaign: Leading the vital global advocacy effort to bring formal recognition and awareness to the Jonang as a distinct and essential school of Tibetan Buddhism.
• Global Publication: Translating and publishing sacred Kalachakra-Jonang texts in over 15 languages, ensuring the “Lamp of the Dharma”—the unbroken succession of realized masters—shines in every corner of the world.

Our Aspirations and Why This Matters

By building these foundations, we ensure the Jonang-Kalachakra lineage remains a transformative force for the future and preserves one of the world’s most precious spiritual treasures.

Learn more about Dzokden’s initiative to achieve equal rights for the Jonang Lineage.