

Recognized as the reincarnation of Gendun Drupa. Served as abbot of Drepung and Sera monasteries.
Gendun Gyatso


Disciple of the 3rd Karmapa. Established the "Red Hat" lineage of the Karma Kagyu school.
Khedrup Dragpa Senge


Renowned as a great master, scholar, and artist; authored important philosophical texts.
Mikyö Dorje


A gentle and scholarly leader. Built the Norbulingka, the Summer Palace of the Dalai Lamas.
Jamphel Gyatso


Known for his vast scholarship and efforts to promote Buddhist philosophy.
Chödrak Gyatso


Renowned for his extensive knowledge and international diplomacy, visiting the Qing court.
Lobzang Palden Yeshe


A direct disciple of Je Tsongkhapa. The title was conferred posthumously by the 5th Dalai Lama.
Khedrup Je


Known as a brilliant scholar and teacher. Recognized the 12th Karmapa.
Chökyi Döndrup


Served as a key figure in the Gelug school after the death of the 5th Dalai Lama, maintaining stability.
Lobzang Yeshe


Posthumously recognized as the first in the lineage. A disciple of Je Tsongkhapa and founder of Tashi Lhunpo Monastery.
Gendun Drupa


A master of Gelug philosophy. His incarnation was instrumental in establishing the lineage retrospectively.
Sonam Choklang


Restored monastic discipline after the 6th Dalai Lama and brought stability to Tibet after a period of conflict.
Kelzang Gyatso


A great scholar who unified the teachings of the Kagyu and Nyingma traditions.
Rangjung Dorje


Mentor of the 7th Karmapa. Known for his spiritual scholarship.
Chökyi Drakpa Yeshe


A master of the traditional sciences and arts.
