About Shantum Seth

Shantum Seth, ordained as a Dharmacharya by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh in 2001, has been an influential teacher of Dharma globally. Leading transformative journeys, particularly 'In the Footsteps of the Buddha', since 1988, he is revered as a foremost guide to Buddhist sites. A founder of the Ahimsa Trust, Shantum is deeply involved in social, environmental, and educational initiatives, including mindfulness programs for educators and the Central Reserve Police Force. His work spans advising the World Bank, contributing to numerous books, consulting on films, and speaking at esteemed institutions worldwide.
Shantum Seth, ordained as a Dharmacharya by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh in 2001, has been an influential teacher of Dharma globally. Leading transformative journeys, particularly 'In the Footsteps of the Buddha', since 1988, he is revered as a foremost guide to Buddhist sites. A founder of the Ahimsa Trust, Shantum is deeply involved in social, environmental, and educational initiatives, including mindfulness programs for educators and the Central Reserve Police Force. His work spans advising the World Bank, contributing to numerous books, consulting on films, and speaking at esteemed institutions worldwide.
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