Tibetan Studies Outreach Lecture Series
A series of lectures and events related to Tibet and Tibetan Buddhism aimed at the general public.
This series of lectures and events proposes to bridge the gap which sometimes exists between the academic study of Tibet and Tibetan Buddhism and the general or popular interest in these subjects among the public. These talks are frequently organised jointly between SOAS and other London based Tibet related charities and NGOs.
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Forthcoming Events
Sbyin-pa (Compassionate Giving), one of the six Paramitras
Arjia Rinpoche
21 February 2013, Vernon Square, V211, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Himalayan Ascetism and Mysticism
Dr Sondra Hausner (Oxford University)
This talk will describe contemporary South Asian sadhus, or ascetics, and consider whether they live up to the legendary roles that have been attributed to them. Certainly their religious practices, or tapas, are modelled after those of the great mahasiddhas in Himalayan mythology, but being an ascetic in real life poses particular kinds of challenges. Do all ascetics necessarily aspire towards mysticism -- and do all mystics practice an ascetic lifestyle?
28 February 2013, Vernon Square, V211, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The Origins and Meaning of Om Manipadme Hum
Dr Alex Studholme
'Oṃ Maṇipadme Hūṃ' is first recorded the Kāraṇḍavyūha Sūtra, one of the first Buddhist books to arrive in Tibet, this work reflects an early stage of Buddhist tantrism in India. The mantra reflects creative religious synthesis. Its meaning, “in the jewel-lotus” expresses a central symbol of Mahāyāna: rebirth in the Pure Land of Amitābha.
7 March 2013, Vernon Square, V211, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Tantric Arts and Crafts in Bhutan
Timea Tallian
Timea Tallian discusses her work in Bhutan as a conservation supervisor for artwork exhibited in the Ta Dzong Museum in Trongsa. This work involved the restoration of important ancient Buddhist artifacts and sacred objects from the Royal collection.
9 May 2013, Vernon Square, V211, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
