Facing Mount Kanchenjunga: An English Buddhist in the Eastern Himalayas

Autori

• Sangharakshita

Parametri

Pagine

512pagine

Tempo di lettura

18ore

• Biografie e pensieri
• Buddhismo
• Esoterismo e religione
• Religione

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Set in the vibrant trading town of Kalimpong in 1950, this memoir captures the rich tapestry of encounters faced by a young English monk. Sangharakshita reflects on his experiences with diverse figures, including ex-colonial military men, Tibetan lamas, and notable personalities like Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The narrative reveals his journey of establishing a Buddhist movement for local youth while navigating the complexities of the Buddhist establishment. Through these insights, readers witness his evolution into a pivotal interpreter of Buddhism for a modern audience.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2004

(In brossura)