About Scriptures

Scriptures refer to sacred texts revered by religious traditions, containing divine or inspired teachings, narratives, and guidance for adherents. These texts often serve as authoritative sources of doctrine, ethics, rituals, and spiritual practices. Scriptures vary widely across religions, including the Bible in Christianity, the Quran in Islam, the Vedas in Hinduism, and the Tripitaka in Buddhism. They are often considered divinely revealed or inspired by transcendent beings and hold profound significance in shaping the beliefs, rituals, and communal identities of religious communities throughout history.
Early Buddhist Teachings

Exploring the Concept of a “Buddhist Bible” with Douglas Smith

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Jul
2024
Khyentse Foundation - US

Two PhD Scholars Honored with 2024 Khyentse Foundation Award

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Jul
2024
Mahayana Tradition

Recitation of Kangyur and Prajnaparamita by Khachoe Ghakyil Ling Nuns

8
Jul
2024
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Dalai Lama speaking on the first day of his teaching on Chandrakirti 2022

The Dalai Lama’s views on the Madhyamaka

20
Sep
2022
Dharma, Mahāyāna
This article is about the 's on the The  also referred as "". It is based on the belief that all things are interconnected and interdependent, and that therefore no one thing can be considered in isolation. The Dalai 's views on the "Middle Way" This article discusses the Dalai Lama's views on the Middle Way Approach, a which advocates for a balanced and moderate approach to life. While addressing the congregation at the .
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A scroll painting of Saraha, surrounded by other Mahāsiddhas, probably 18th century and now in the British Museum

The Mahamudra Practice – Unveiling the True Nature of the Mind

13
Sep
2022
Meditation, Tantrism, Vajrayāna
is a form of that emphasizes the nature of . In Mahamudra, practitioners aim to see the true nature of their minds, which is said to be empty and open. Origin of the Mahamudra Practice The main text of Mahamudra is "The Root Text of the " by the Indian  (not to be confused with the earlier philosopher). The actual practice and lineage of mahāmudrā can be traced back to wandering  or great .
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The Ancient Town of Panauti and its Heritage

14
Aug
2022
Dharma, Hinduism, Temples
Panauti is one of the oldest towns in situated at the confluence of the two rivers Punyamata and Rosi. Legend has it that a third invisible river also meets with the two rivers, making it a Triveni (a scared place where three rivers meet). Many believe Panauti was named after the Punyamata river. Moreover, Panauti has been called by different names throughout like Punyawati, Punyamatinagar, Panchal desh, Punanti and Palaati. The Town The .
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Worldly Protector Tsangpa Karpo

18
May
2022
Art, Himalayan Art, Mahāyāna, Thangka, Vajrayāna
Karpo is a wrathful of . Tsangpa Karpo was a dynasty that dominated large parts of Tibet from 1565 to 1642. It was the last royal dynasty to rule in its own name. The regime of Tsangpa Karpo was founded by , a low-born retainer of the prince of the Dynasty and governor of Shigatse in Tsang (West-Central Tibet) since 1548. Tsangpa is known as gTsang pa in Tibet. of .
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All about Guhyasamaja Tantra

1
Jul
2021
Art, Himalayan Art, Vajrayāna
Guhyasamja is one of 's most fascinating, difficult, and essential personalities. It combines various important , into one sculpture. It is predominantly is call Akshobhayavajara which is the form of Akshobhaya buddha. Guhyasamja is the foremost meditational deity of the Method-father class of . Guhyasamaja has two main traditions, the Arya () Lineage, and the Jnana (Jnanapada) Lineage. There are three principal iconographic of Guhyasamaja; Akshobhyavajra (blue), (orange), .
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The Amitabha Buddha Mantra Banner

2
Jun
2021
Mahāyāna, Mantras
In , a form of East Asian , is the most important . Amitabha is distinguished in for his , which attracts Western characteristics such as discernment, pure , and of the aggregates, as well as a deep awareness of the emptiness of all occurrences. Who is ? Amitabha Buddha is also known as Buddha. According to , Amitabha Buddha is a celestial buddha. Amitabha Buddha The .
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Deity and Divinities of Nyingma Tradition

21
May
2021
Deities, Vajrayāna
Tradition is the old school of is the name given to the followers of those original translations of the of the into . The Nyingma teachings are divided into the Long Transmission (Tib. ring gyü) of the and the Short Transmission (Tib. nyé gyü) of Terma; other teachings were received by directly in Pure Visions (Tib. dak nang) from or , in experiences or in dreams. Particular to .
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Lion’s Roar All-Seeing Lord – Simhanada Avalokiteshvara

7
Oct
2020
Art, Himalayan Art, Thangka
Simhanada is a form of connected with removing illness caused by nagas. Simhanada Avalokiteshavara belongs to the classification and arises from the Simahanada Tantra and the text of the Arya Avalokiteshvara . His primary activity is to remove sickness and disease especially illness caused by nagas. Jowo and Mal popularized the practice of Simhanada in the land of . Simhanada Avalokiteshvara is known as seng ge dra chen re zi in .
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Bokar Monastery, Mirik, India

10 Buddhist Monastery around Kathmandu

6
Oct
2020
Monasteries
started after the birth of Lord , the founder of himself. was born in , at the Kingdom of Kapilbasthu as a Prince nearly around 500BC. He then left the palace in search of . Gradually, after his enlightenment, Buddhism became a presiding in the northern areas of the country. also started growing in mostly the central part of Nepal. Ethnic groups from .
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KUNDALINI YOGA

Kundalini yoga – A Tantric Yoga

28
Aug
2020
Tantrism, Vajrayāna, Yoga
is derived from which is defined in Vedantic as the energy that lies dormant at the base of the spine until it is activated and channeled upward through the in the process of spiritual perfection. Kundalini is believed to be power associated with the divine feminine. Kundalini as a school of yoga is influenced by Shaktism and schools of . It derives its name through a focus on .
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