15. Master Of The 17th Karmapa: H.H. Regent Dharma King Shamarpa
The meaning of the word Shamarpa is “a venerable one who wears the red jewel hat.” H.H. Karmapa is called the Great Jewel Dharma King who wears the black jewel hat. H.H. Shamarpa is called the Dharma King who wears the red jewel hat. When H.H. Karmapa is not there, H.H. Shamarpa acts as his regent, assuming the official powers held by the Karmapa.
In February of 2007, after H.H. the 14th Shamarpa saw the accomplishments that H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III demonstrated in the Five Vidyas, he promptly wrote a congratulatory letter to H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III.
Congratulations
H.H. Yangwo Wan Ko Yeshe Norbu, the incarnation of Vimalakirti, who is also the third incarnation of Vajradhara, has compiled his accomplishments in the book “A Treasury of True Buddha-Dharma” which manifests the five Vidyas of Buddha-Dharma.
Therefore, on this 21st day of February, 2007. I pass on good wishes to him on all his accomplishments which will benefit sentient beings in some way or the other, as well make prayers for his long life so that he can help in flourishing Buddha Dharma.
Tashi Delek.
Shamarpa Rimpoche