About Us
Mission, lineage, and history of the Two Truths
Our Mission
Den Nyi Buddhist Society (二谛佛学院) is established to preserve and propagate the authentic Buddha Dharma of the Gelug lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in Singapore. The name 'Den Nyi' (二谛) translates to the 'Two Truths'—Conventional Truth (世俗谛) and Ultimate Truth (胜义谛)—which form the foundational framework of Buddhist philosophy.
Our mission is to provide a harmonious environment for the study, contemplation, and practice of the Dharma. Through teachings, pujas, and volunteer programs, we strive to nurture compassion and wisdom in the hearts of all, contributing to a peaceful society.
Founding Story
Den Nyi Buddhist Society was established in 2026 by a group of dedicated practitioners in Singapore, under the guidance of our resident teacher, Geshe Lobsang Chodang Nyolgha. Located in the heart of Beach Road, the center serves as a sanctuary for city dwellers seeking spiritual refuge, study, and connection.
Our Lineage
We follow the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, founded by the great saint-scholar Lama Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) in Tibet. The Gelug lineage, also known as the Yellow Hat school, emphasizes study, monastic discipline, and the integration of philosophical analysis with deep meditative practice.
Lama Tsongkhapa synthesis of the sutra and tantra paths, as detailed in the Lamrim Chenmo (Great Treatise on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment), serves as our primary guide. We respect and honor His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama as the supreme spiritual guide of this tradition.
Root Lineage Masters
The unbroken transmission of the Gelug lineage, tracing from Buddha Shakyamuni and Manjushri through the Profound View and Extensive Deeds lineages to Je Rinpoche in Tibet.
Buddha Shakyamuni
Founder of BuddhismThe historical Buddha who attained complete enlightenment under the Bodhi tree and turned the Wheel of Dharma.
Bodhisattva Manjushri
Source of Tsongkhapa's Direct TeachingsThe manifestation of the Buddha's transcendent wisdom, who directly guided Lama Tsongkhapa in his writings.
Arya Nagarjuna
Pioneer of the Profound View LineageFounder of the Madhyamaka (Middle Way) school, who systematically clarified the Buddha's teachings on emptiness.
Arya Asanga
Pioneer of the Extensive Deeds LineageCo-founder of the Yogacara school, who received the Maitreya teachings and established the path of extensive compassion.
Atisha Dipamkara
Founder of the Kadam SchoolBrought the Lamrim (Stages of the Path) framework to Tibet, uniting the lineages of wisdom and compassion.
Lama Tsongkhapa
Founder of the Gelug TraditionSynthesized the sutra and tantra paths in his masterpiece, the Lamrim Chenmo, and founded Ganden Monastery.
Gyaltsab Je
Primary Disciple of TsongkhapaEminent scholar who succeeded Lama Tsongkhapa as the first holder of the Ganden Tripa throne, preserving the teachings.
Khedrub Je
Primary Disciple of TsongkhapaCo-disciple who served as the second Ganden Tripa, renowned for his intense devotion, scholarship, and tantric commentaries.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Emanation of AvalokiteshvaraThe global spiritual guide of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, who tirelessly propagates the wisdom of Je Rinpoche.