In November 2001, the causes and conditions arose that resulted in the formation of what is now known as the Drikung Dzogchen Community of Vermont. The letter below describes what led to the founding of this organization.
Due to interdependent origination and the arising of auspicious causes and conditions, H.E. Ontul Rinpoche has decided to transmit the cycle of Yang Zab Treasure teachings in Vermont, over the next ten years. H.E. Ontul Rinpoche believes that the time is ripe for these profound teachings to to facilitate this transmissRinpoche has decided to establish a group in Vermont to support students in the practice and study of the Yang Zab Treasure teachings. This group will also facilitate the teachings of Nuden Dorje. It is H.E. Ontul Rinpoches wish that his students begin first with the foundation practices. His wish is that Yang Zab practitioners come together on a regular basis and engage in these practices whole heartedly with a pure motivation of benefiting all sentient beings. May these profound precious teachings flourish and illuminate the darkness of ignorance. The Drikung Dzogchen Community Vermont.