Tashi Namgyal (1450-1497)
the second Tai Situpa

The second Tai Situpa, Tashi Namgyal, was born in the iron-horse year into a royal family in Tibet and was recognized by Tongwa Donden, the sixth Karmapa, who enthroned him and gave him the complete teachings. He was an excellent Lama and became the companion tutor to Chodrak Gyamtso, the seventh Karmapa. He visited many parts of Tibet, giving teachings and empowerments. Venerated by the Chinese Emperors, there were many auspicious signs at his passing.