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Facing Mount Kanchenjunga: An English Buddhist in the Eastern Himalayas

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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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Facing Mount Kanchenjunga: An English Buddhist in the Eastern Himalayas, Sangharakshita

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Tytuł
Facing Mount Kanchenjunga: An English Buddhist in the Eastern Himalayas
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2004
Oprawa
miękka
Liczba stron
512
ISBN13
9780904766523
Seria
Ocena
3,95 z 5
Opis
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.