Drukpa Lineage - Western Perception

Western Perception

Nineteenth and early-twentieth century writers believed the "Dugpas" were be sorcerers focusing principally on the left-hand path traditions and various Tantric practices of Buddhism. Alexandra David-Néel claims that the name "Dugpa" comes from the Tibetan word for thunder, as the first monastery was built during a thunderstorm.

The name "Dugpa" was used on the television show Twin Peaks to refer to a group of black magicians connected to the Black Lodge.

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