The symbolic image of the silently meditating nun or chanting monk often embodies the Buddhist religion. Such representation may make it appear that Buddhist teachings and practices are grounded in ...

(The Conversation) — Buddhist saints are often described as maternally compassionate, with the endless patience of a mother who feeds, cleans and cares for children around the clock. In fact, the ...

The Geluk School's innovative use of monastic constitutions -- Administering a monastery for the "common good" -- Institutionalizing Tantra -- The systematization of doctrine and education -- Singing ...

Part I. Structural Mechanisms: The Institutional History of Monastic Education: 1. From the Sala Vat to the Institut Bouddhique -- 2. Wandering Librarians -- 3. Kings and Universities -- Part II.

The Sirpur Heritage Festival 2026 is set for Feb 1-3 in Chhattisgarh to celebrate the ancient Buddhist site. It features ...

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