About Gar Tsenye Dompu
Gar Tsenye Dompu was a politician and military officer.
Gar Tsenye Dompu (? – 685) was a general of the Tibetan Empire. He was the eldest son of minister Gar Tongtsen Yülsung. In Chinese records, his name was given as Zà n Xīruò .
The Lönchen Gar Tongtsen died of neck cancer in 'A-zha in 667, leaving his position vacant. Though many officials regarded We Sungnang as the most suitable candidate, Mangsong Mangtsen still appointed Tsenye as the Lönchen.
Gar Tsenye raided the remaining Chinese territories in the Tarim Basin in 673. He came into conflict with another minister Gar Mangnyen Taktsab , then, met on the battleground in 685. He died by a river in Sumpa.
His brother Gar Trinring Tsendro quickly put down the rebellion then had Mangnyen Taktsab purged. Later, Trinring was appointed as the new Lönchen.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gar Tsenye Dompu?
Tibetan general
When did Gar Tsenye Dompu die?
Gar Tsenye Dompu died in 685.
What was Gar Tsenye Dompu's occupation?
Gar Tsenye Dompu was a politician and military officer.
What nationality was Gar Tsenye Dompu?
Gar Tsenye Dompu's recorded nationality: Tibetan Empire.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Gar Tsenye Dompu
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