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Black-and-white moment between two robed figures inside the ceremonial hall — Karmapa International Buddhist Institute, New Delhi, India — August 2014 — Shamar Rinpoche - Mipham Rinpoche in KIBI — photograph by Tokpa Korlo
Seated readers holding prayer sheets inside the decorated hall — Karmapa International Buddhist Institute, New Delhi, India — August 2014 — Shamar Rinpoche - Mipham Rinpoche in KIBI — photograph by Tokpa Korlo
Bowing figure in maroon and yellow robes beside the ceremonial seat — Karmapa International Buddhist Institute, New Delhi, India — August 2014 — Shamar Rinpoche - Mipham Rinpoche in KIBI — photograph by Tokpa Korlo
Black-and-white scene of robed attendants carrying a seated figure up the steps — Karmapa International Buddhist Institute, New Delhi, India — August 2014 — Shamar Rinpoche - Mipham Rinpoche in KIBI — photograph by Tokpa Korlo
Gathering in maroon robes beside an open vehicle door — Karmapa International Buddhist Institute, New Delhi, India — August 2014 — Shamar Rinpoche - Mipham Rinpoche in KIBI — photograph by Tokpa Korlo

One afternoon during our stay in KIBI last month we were blessed with a surprise visit from Mipham Rinpoche, an incredibly touching moment for everyone.

KARMAPA INTERNATIONAL BUDDHIST INSTITUTE, NEW DELHI, INDIA · AUGUST 19, 2014

Shamar Rinpoche - Mipham Rinpoche in KIBI

I previously didn't release any photos from this event, seeing Rinpoche for the first time in years, and his first time seeing the Kudung brought tears to my eyes and I just couldn't concentrate.

An incredible flurry of photographers also dissuaded me - I simply wanted to be present - and allow Rinpoche some space to grieve. I did manage to take a few photos and after some time passed I wish to share them with you all - my only hope is that they capture the moment and give all the respect they can to this amazing teacher, and amazing man.

For Dhagpo Kagyu Ling.

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