Petsheling is a Nyingma monastery in Bumthang district, central Bhutan. It is associated with the Pema Lingpa tradition and serves as an important center for Nyingma Buddhist practice and study.
Overview
Petsheling Monastery (Petseling Gompa) is a Buddhist monastery located near Jakar in Bumthang District, central Bhutan. It is an important centre for the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism.[1]
History
The monastery was established in 1769 under the patronage of the Penlop of Trongsa and the dzongpen (governor) of Jakar. According to Bhutanese historical sources, it was founded by the spiritual master Drupthop Namgyal Lhundup, also known as the First Petseling Trulku.[1]
Before establishing the monastery, he is said to have travelled to Lhasa, where he made offerings before the statue of Jowo Rinpoche at the Jokhang temple. During his stay, he reportedly received a spiritual instruction directing him to return to Bhutan and establish a monastic seat east of Kurjey Lhakhang in Bumthang.[1]
Architecture
The monastery is built in the traditional dzong style.[1]
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