In commemoration of the magnificent life and enlightened deeds for the benefit of the teachings and beings by the root of the non-sectarian teachings, the sole refuge of countless beings, the valorous scholar and true mahapandita, the omniscient Situ Panchen Chökyi Jungne, a Tibetan Grammar Symposium was held over two days, July 25 and 26, 2026, at the Monastic College of Palpung Sherabling Monastic Seat in India. The symposium was attended by the tulkus, lamas, khenpos, and the entire monastic assembly from the monastic seat's various educational departments.

The event opened with the chanting of auspicious verses and a supplication offered with fervent devotion to the omniscient Situ Panchen, followed by the serving of traditional tea and sweet rice to the assembly. The head of the Grammar Department explained the purpose of the gathering, after which the Head Khenpo of the Shedra, together with the principal of the Tantric College, the principal of the University of Buddhist Sciences, and the principal of the Monastic Primary School, each delivered remarks related to the theme of the symposium.

Students from the monastic seat's various educational departments then presented talks on the application of particles and cases according to the two principal treatises on Tibetan grammar, an explanation introducing the presentation of self, other, and the three times, the historical development of Tibetan grammatical science, and the resolution of difficult points in "Situ's Great Commentary." An orthography competition was also held among the various classes.

The Head Khenpo of the monastic seat presented prizes to the speakers and to the top performers in the orthography competition, while the head of the Grammar Department delivered the closing remarks together with an account of the extraordinary life of Situ Panchen, the author of "Situ's Great Commentary." Finally, the assembly recited aspiration prayers for the flourishing of the teachings, thus bringing the Tibetan Grammar Symposium in Commemoration of the Omniscient Situ Panchen to an auspicious conclusion.

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