The Tencha Gonpa archive encompasses a variety of manuscripts covering diverse subjects, as well as a golden scripture, all of which are integral to the temple's sacred religious heritage. Revered as the sungten or the embodiment of the Buddha's teachings, it holds a revered place as a holy object of worship. Preserved as a sacred relic, the Jadue Gonpa archive is housed within the temporary makeshift serving as temporary temple as the main temple temple under renovation. Positioned in armour bookshelves, it is carefully wrapped in layers of cloth and shielded by two wooden boards securely fastened with a string. These protective measures symbolize the profound reverence and meticulous care accorded to this spiritual treasure.
Extent: 1 Collection containing 20 volumes.
Custodial history: The temple of Tencha Gonpa originally belonged to the communities of Ngaba and Shomo village in Lamgong Gewog. The temple's archives were traditionally overseen by caretakers appointed by the community. In 2007, the Monastic Body of Paro established a monastic school for monks at Tencha Gonpa, which was offered to them by the community. Subsequently, the appointed head Lama of the school became the custodian of the archives. However, in 2019, Tenchen Choeling Gatshel, a prominent Higher Buddhist Studies Institute for Nuns in the country, was established. Presently, the temple's archives are managed by a nun Konyer, appointed by the head Lama of the Nunnery.
Arrangement: There is no systematic arrangement because the manuscripts in this collection are all miscellaneous.
Author(s)/Creator(s): The majority of the manuscripts were likely crafted within the temple premises by various individuals at different points in time, spanning from the early 18th to the 19th century.
