Debate at Sera Monastery: A Living Tradition of Tibetan Buddhist Philosophy
Introduction to Sera Monastery Sera Monastery, established in 1419, is one of the three great Gelug university monasteries situated on the outskirts of Lhasa, Tibet. Its foundation by Tsongkhapa’s disciple,…
The Journey of Buddhism: Its Rise and Spread in China
Introduction to Buddhism’s Origins Buddhism originated in India during the 6th century BCE and was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, who would later be known as the Buddha. This spiritual philosophy…
Understanding Tibetan Buddhism: History and Influence
Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism Tibetan Buddhism, known by various alternative names such as ‘Tibetan Language Buddhism’ and ‘Lamaism’, represents a significant branch of the broader Buddhist tradition. This form of…
