A Statement from the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa, Ogyen Trinley
Dorje
I know that the Co-ordinator of Karmapa in Europe 2010, has already
notified everyone that my proposed visit has had to be cancelled
for reasons beyond my control. I was very much looking forward to
meeting with my European students, visiting your dharma
centres, giving teachings, and having the opportunity to gain
first-hand experience and insight into the great variety of
European life and culture.
I was wholeheartedly preparing for this visit so you will
understand that I too was sad and disappointed
when I learned that I would not be able to come this
time. However, I hope that this is merely a temporary setback
and that I will definitely be able to visit Europe in the
near future.
It remains for me to express my gratitude to Ringu Tulku and all of
you in the different countries and dharma centres who have worked
so hard to prepare for the visit. Please be assured that your work
has not been in vain or wasted. By these efforts, you have
planted a powerful seed and when it reaches fruition my intention
to come to Europe will be fulfilled.
Meanwhile, my aspiration and vision remain firm. I am
determined to follow in the footsteps of the 16th
Gyalwang Karmapa, renewing connections
with long-standing students and forging a closer
relationship with all my European friends, past, present and
future.
17th Gyalwang Karmapa,
Ogyen Trinley Dorje,
Gyuto Tantric University,
Himachal Pradesh,
India
7th April, 2010
http://karmapaeurope.wordpress.com/2010/04/07/a-message-from-his-holiness/