We have received inquiries from some Buddhist institutions and would like to publicly respond as follows:
Firstly, before being recognized as a Rinpoche, Danzeng Norbu Rinpoche wrote a Bodhicitta aspiration text stating that he would study Buddhism and benefit sentient beings after taking refuge. It was only after the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche saw this text that he agreed to accept Danzeng Norbu Rinpoche as his disciple.
Secondly, the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche has never certified Danzeng Norbu Rinpoche as a living Buddha. We only learned about Danzeng Norbu Rinpoche being recognized as a reincarnated living Buddha of the Yellow Sect by the Qinghai Guoluo Prefecture's Xia Zhuqiu Yang Rinpoche after receiving a certification letter written by Xia Zhuqiu Yang Rinpoche.
Thirdly, our office has never heard anyone say that Danzeng Norbu Rinpoche has been certified as the reincarnation of the Red Sect's Tsewang Rigzin. Spreading rumors is not something that practitioners should do.
Fourthly, the draft version of the book "The 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche" was initially titled "The Treasury of the True Dharma," but it does not contain any certification of living Buddhas.
Fifthly, the book "The 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche" does provide information about certifications. These certifications were given by the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche to some renowned masters, including Xia Zhuqiu Yang Rinpoche, who was requested by the International Buddhist Sangha Association to seek certification from the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche. The 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche verbally confirmed Xia Zhuqiu Yang's reincarnated identity but did not issue a certification letter. The book "The 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche" includes a photo of the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche performing the hair-cutting ceremony for Danzeng Norbu Rinpoche and a brief introduction to Danzeng Norbu Rinpoche. These are all real and tangible. However, we are not familiar with the other five individuals and their certifications mentioned in your letter.
Sixthly, regarding the request to see the "Aspiration Text for Taking Refuge" written by Danzeng Norbu Rinpoche for the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche, this is a personal document addressed to the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche and the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. Therefore, we cannot provide it to everyone.
It is important to understand that Kama Khyentse Rinpoche, Dachung Hengsheng Rinpoche, and Kuton Hengxing Jiacuo Rinpoche have been studying under the guidance of the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche for nearly twenty years, but the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche has not certified them. He only bestowed the title of Rinpoche upon them. The 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche always says that when there is a connection, it is legitimate for other highly respected and deeply accomplished Rinpoche to certify them. He considers himself a humble person without the qualification to certify others. Therefore, their true identities were ultimately certified by other renowned masters. So, when you carefully read the book "The 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche," you will understand how great, selfless, patient, and humble the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche is. He is the ultimate role model for all Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, and sentient beings. The achievements and qualities of the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche, as expressed in "The 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche," are unparalleled. However, his words and actions are approachable and he considers himself a humble person. He is committed to serving and benefiting sentient beings without expecting any offerings.
Office of the 3rd Dodrupchen Rinpoche
July 20, 2008
Source: https://www.hhdcb3office.org/html/information/announcement_no1_2008_07_20.html