Tibetan
Buddhism: Gelug School
The Gelug School, also known as the Virtuous Tradition, and
'Yellow Hat' Buddhism, is one of the four major schools of
Tibetan Buddhism. It was founded by the scholar and reformer,
Tsongkhapa Lobsang Dragpa, who sought to revive and unify
the teachings of the Buddha, by returning to his original
teachings, to strict monastic discipline, and the study of
classical Buddhist texts. The Gelug School places a strong
emphasis on the study and practice of sutra and tantra, and
is known for its rigorous monastic discipline. Its followers
are also known for their emphasis on dialectical debate, which
is seen as a way to sharpen one's understanding of Buddhist
teachings. It has been the dominant school of Tibetan Buddhism
since the 17th century, partly due to the patronage of the
Dalai Lamas. Its headquarters are at Ganden Monastery, located
in Lhasa, Tibet.
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