The Shamarpa lineage

Chopal Yeshe was identified by the fifth Karmapa, Deshin Shegpa, and he became his disciple. Chopal Yeshe is renowned for having constructed several monasteries and retreat-centers. He was also able to abolish the practice of animal sacrifice in the regions of Tibet where that custom had continued.

The Fourth Shamarpa, Chokyi Tragpa Pal Yeshe, (1453 -1526)