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1337-1408 - Rigdzin G�dem [RY]

Rigdzin G�kyi Demtru Chen. Alias Ng�drub Gyaltsen (dngos grub rgyal mtshan), (1337-1408). The great treasure revealer of the Jangter Tradition. Among his termas are the Dzogchen teachings Kadag Rangjung Rangshar and the better known Gongpa Sangtal. When he was 12 years old three vulture feathers grew on his head, and five more when he was 24. He passed away at the age of 71 amidst miraculous signs. Rigdzin G�dem means 'Vidyadhara Vulture Feathers.' [RY]