Yeshe Tsogyal

Yeshe Tsogyal was a revered 8th-century Tibetan Buddhist master, considered the female founder of Tibetan Buddhism and a key disciple of Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava). She is recognized as an enlightened being who exemplified compassion, wisdom, and spiritual strength. Traditionally, she is believed to have played a vital role in translating and transmitting Vajrayana teachings, and her teachings continue to inspire practitioners seeking spiritual transformation. Her life symbolizes the potential for enlightenment within all beings, regardless of gender, and she remains a central figure in Tibetan Buddhist history and practice.