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Gelug

Reformist school founded by Tsongkhapa (Dalai Lama lineage).

What are the origins and founding principles of the Gelug school in Tibetan Buddhism?
How did Tsongkhapa’s reforms differentiate the Gelug tradition from earlier Tibetan Buddhist schools?
What role does the Dalai Lama play within the Gelug lineage and its leadership structure?
What are the key philosophical texts and teachings emphasized in the Gelug school?
How does the Gelug curriculum (e.g., the five great texts) structure monastic education?
What is the significance of the lamrim (stages of the path) in Gelug practice?
How does the Gelug tradition approach the practice of lojong (mind training)?
What distinguishes Gelug ritual practices and liturgies from those of Nyingma, Kagyu, and Sakya schools?
How does the Gelug school interpret and practice the doctrine of emptiness (śūnyatā)?
What are the main meditation techniques promoted by the Gelug order?
How has the Gelug school influenced Tibetan politics and society historically?
What is the Gelug stance on tantra and its classification of tantric practices?
How do Gelug practitioners integrate monastic vows with tantric commitments?
What are the most important Gelug monasteries and their historical significance?
How did the Gelug school spread beyond Tibet and gain a global following?
What are the main debates and controversies within the Gelug tradition?
How does the Gelug tradition view reincarnated lamas and the tulku system?
What is the significance of the Yellow Hat in Gelug iconography and symbolism?
How do modern Gelug teachers adapt traditional teachings for contemporary audiences?
What role does debate play in Gelug monastic education and practice?