This graphic represents a simplified version of the lineage of Dorje Chang Buddha and includes some of the more famous dharma kings, rinpoches, and dharma masters, especially those who have had a profound impact on transmitting the dharma to the West. However, it can not be assumed that all of the masters shown here are fully realized beings or that there are not others who have a higher level of realization who are not included. Some of the great Rime masters carried more than one lineage and could be shown more than one place on this chart. Click on icons for more detailed information on that section of the chart.
