The Genesis and Formation of Newar Buddhism
The Newar Buddhism Conference on “The Genesis and Formation of Newar Buddhism” will convene at the Jodo Shinshu Center in Berkeley.
This interdisciplinary gathering will unite scholars from Europe, Asia, and North America, providing a platform for graduate students, recent graduates, and postdoctoral fellows specializing in Nepal to present their research.
The conference features diverse presentations covering topics such as translation efforts, ritual development, royal patronage, textual history, and cultural influences on Newar Buddhism.
Scholars will explore themes ranging from the textualization of rites to the role of influential figures in shaping early modern Nepalese Buddhism.
With presentations examining historical, ritual, textual, and cultural aspects, the conference promises to deepen understanding and provoke insightful discussions on the rich and complex heritage of Newar Buddhism.
