Karmapa visits the Europe Centre

May 29, 2026

Following the passing of Lama Ole Nydahl on 18 May, Thaye Dorje, His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, made a visit at short notice to the Europe Center, the international meeting place for Diamond Way Buddhists, and Lama Ole’s main residence in recent years.

During his stay, Karmapa spent time in front of Lama Ole’s mortal remains while the Amitabha Puja was carried out in the adjoining shrine room. He also gave a White Tara empowerment and offered Dharma advice and reading transmissions for key Diamond Way practices, with approximately five thousand practitioners participating.

Karmapa expressed gratitude for Lama Ole’s lifelong activity, recalling how, after meeting his predecessor, the 16th Gyalwa Karmapa, Lama Ole and Hannah devoted their lives to fulfilling his wishes and bringing the Karma Kagyu teachings to the West and beyond with immense dedication and trust in the lineage.

He advised the gathered practitioners not to look for a successor, as Lama Ole’s qualities, role, and activity were unique and cannot be replaced. At the same time, he reassured students that they already have everything necessary to continue on the path, encouraging them to deepen and maintain their practice with confidence and dedication.