The 6th Karmapa, Thongwa Dönden (1416-1453) or Tongwa Donden, was the sixth Gyalwa Karmapa, head of the Karma Kagyu School of Tibetan Buddhism. Thongwa Dönden was born in Ngomto Shakyam near Karma Gon in Kham.
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The 6th Karmapa, Thongwa Dönden (1416-1453) or Tongwa Donden, was the sixth Gyalwa Karmapa, head of the Karma Kagyu School of Tibetan Buddhism. Thongwa Dönden was born in Ngomto Shakyam near Karma Gon in Kham. He was recognized during his first visit at the Karma Gon Monastery and joined the monastery to be taught by the 3rd Sharmapa.
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Lived 1416 to 1453 · aged 37
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