Chokyi Gocha (1542-1585)
the fourth Tai Situpa

The fourth Tai Situpa, Chokyi Gocha, was born in Tse Chu near Surmang in the water-tiger year. He was recognized and installed by Mikyo Dorje, the eighth Karmapa, from whom he received all of the teachings, and who later acknowledged the Tai Situpa as a disciple identical to himself.
He became renowned for his knowledge and insight.

He recognized and enthroned Wangchuk Dorje, the ninth Karmapa, and passed away aged 45 in the wood-bird year. There were many auspicious signs.