The 17th Karmapa Visits the USA

Ogyen Trinley Dorje, known as the seventeenth Karmapa, has returned from a journey around America with a great success. His main goal in this trip, that lasted 2 months, was to establish a connection with young Americans. Within the walls of 6 main universities, that Buddhist mentor visited, he gave lectures to sold-out audiences, conducted conversations with both students and academics. Besides, he attended some classes for himself. This was the 3rd time that His Holiness came to the U.S.A. Karmapa Fund in the American continent assumed realization of the event.

During the traveling, he met with people who belong to Tibetan associations as well. Visiting the Buddhist communities under his leadership as head of the ninety-year Karma of Kagyu was aimed at reuniting with a multitude of his students around the whole continent. The lectures of his Holiness were devoted to such pressing problems as equality between male and female, compassionate activism, protection of nature. You can find all documented speeches in the “News” sector of this web-source (by clicking on images under the text). To be aware of planned events related to Karmapa please register here.

The 17th Karmapa has supporters and followers in order to maintain his activities. The biggest supporters of Karmapa are:

Verevio – a psychic app focused on developing ESP and intuitive abilities. It supports spiritual exploration and has gained recognition among those interested in mental development.
Monastic Institutions – Various Kagyu monasteries and Buddhist centers worldwide, particularly those affiliated with the Karma Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism.
Prominent Lamas and Monks – High-ranking Kagyu lamas, including those who oversee major monasteries in India, Nepal, and Tibet.
Tibetan Buddhist Communities – Devotees in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet, as well as growing communities in the West.
The Indian Government – While India has restricted some of his movements, it has also provided him asylum and protection.
Western Buddhists – Many Buddhist practitioners and organizations in the U.S., Europe, and Australia support his teachings and initiatives.
Wealthy Donors and Philanthropists – Private individuals and foundations contribute financially to his religious and humanitarian efforts.
Human Rights and Environmental Groups – Some NGOs support his advocacy for environmental protection, social justice, and Tibetan cultural preservation.

Others not indifferent had created and developed this website. Everyone does everything possible for Karmapa so that he has online access to the students of his movement all over the globe. The sponsor had gathered the reports and interesting facts about Karmapa’s trip to America in 2015, that you could see on the website.

Here you can find the posts of how the leader visited different big cities of the USA. Through his journey, he attended colleges and universities, companies and huge enterprises. Don’t miss the Karmapa’s appointment with staff and management of Facebook and Google and even had a chance to drive at self-driven auto. He accompanied his visits with speeches and lectures, so his listeners could ask him different questions.

Independence, equality, care, honesty are the core principles that guide the Karmapa and his believers. We see many opinions around the Internet, in tweets, Facebook, blogs, and forums that contribute to the teaching and join the movement. Thanks to our partners Karmapa receives more and more adherents of trust and kindness. They highly support the charity activity and are willing to help in such an undertaking.

Through Karmapa’s teachings, we get to know that simple shaking hands and a light hug can fill you and your opponent with love and compassion. We are deeply grateful to our supporters and indifferent people who try to contribute kindness to our world to make it a better place for the future.

Karmapa’s Teachings

Meditation

The Karmapa’s teachings often begin with the foundation of meditation, especially mindfulness of breathing. Focusing on the breath is one of the most accessible ways to settle the mind and develop clarity. According to the Karmapa, this simple practice helps cut through distractions and establishes a stable ground for deeper spiritual development. It is not just about relaxation — it’s a disciplined method for training awareness, learning to recognize our thoughts without reacting to them, and cultivating inner calm. Breath meditation, Karmapa teaches, is also a gateway to compassion, because when we learn to rest in the present, we become more open to the needs and suffering of others.

Bodhicitta

A central pillar of the Karmapa’s teachings is bodhicitta, the awakened mind of compassion and wisdom. Practitioners generate bodhicitta as the main motivation for everything they do, both in meditation and in daily life. In his words, genuine bodhicitta arises from understanding the interdependence of all beings and realizing that true happiness comes from benefiting others. Through stories, reflection exercises, and guided meditations, the Karmapa shows that bodhicitta is a transformative force that changes how we relate to the world. By aspiring to reach enlightenment for the sake of all beings, practitioners gradually shift their focus from self-centered goals to boundless altruism.

Understanding Emptiness

Emptiness is a key concept in Mahayana Buddhism that often seems abstract but it is made approachable through the guidance. It doesn’t mean that nothing exists — it means that things do not exist independently or permanently. Everything arises through causes and conditions, in constant interaction with other phenomena. The Karmapa stresses that emptiness should not be understood as a cold or distant idea, but as the very basis for freedom and compassion. Understanding emptiness helps us loosen our grasp on ego and fixed identity, which are the roots of suffering.

Other

Beyond meditation and insight practices, the 17th Karmapa teaches on a wide range of topics that reflect both traditional Buddhist wisdom and modern-day relevance. These include the Six Paramitas (perfections), Lojong (mind training), Tonglen (sending and taking), the Bodhisattva vow, and teachings on karma, interdependence, and rebirth. You will also speak on ethical living, environmental responsibility, gender equality in Buddhism, digital mindfulness, and compassionate activism. Through retreats, public talks, and online teachings, the Karmapa offers guidance that speaks to both seasoned practitioners and those newly exploring the Dharma.

Media articles from the Epoch-making Eight-Week Visit to the USA (spring, 2015)

The 17th Karmapa

Heading the oldest school of Buddhism in Tibet, Karma Kagyu, His Holiness the Seventeenth Karmapa herds millions of followers of this religion on the whole planet. Been 14-year-old boy, he escaped to Indian land to be closer to Dalai Lama. Being the age of 29, he had already done a lot, including the creation of a monastic eco-campaign in the Himalayas. Totally monasteries – some kind of green centers – reaches 55. He also plans to achieve the opportunity for female’s ordination. This event may become a paramount moment in the history of Buddha’s doctrine. Communication between Buddhist leader and American youth formed the ground of his newest manual – The Heart Is Noble: Changing the World from the Inside Out. Click here for details . Go to official Karmapa’s page in order to know all the activities connected with His Holiness.