The tradition of the Trungpas evolved to its best capability in presenting what is known as the “three disciplines.” These are the disciplines of exertion, meditation, and knowledge, or prajna, presented at their best. The Trungpa lineage became one of the most genuine lineages in the Buddhist world of Tibet. There were all kinds of sociological problems–social upheavals, political intrigues, and economic problems within the community–that interfered with the execution of teaching the dharma. Nevertheless, the lineage of the Trungpas turned out to be one of the highlights of East Tibet, and it was also a central point or focus for Tibet as a whole.

From “The Eleventh Trungpa” in The Mishap Lineage: Transforming Confusion into Wisdom, page 61.

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