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Each chapter narrates the history of that site, its significance within Buddhism, how it was discovered in modern times, and suggests how each location may be visited. Homeland paints a picture of life on the Ganges plain during the Buddha's time. The Buddha is presented as a human being who was subject, as all humans, to the difficulties of being alive, and of dying.
That he became an exceptional human being, who became enlightened, is a hope for all humankind. At the time of the Buddha, the Gangetic plain was a region of intense religious activity and political change. The son of a minor royal family, he married and had a son. At the age of twenty-nine he rejected that life of comfort for one of religious exploration. For six years he practiced extreme austerities, seeking religious transcendence by punishing his body.
Self-denial brought no relief, so at Bodhgaya he sat under a tree with the resolve to either die there, or to become enlightened. He did attain enlightenment and was profoundly changed, becoming 'The Awakened One' - the Buddha. For the next forty five years he taught his 'middle way' of self-transformation to kings and paupers.
Dying at the age of eighty, his message continued to change the world. Places of importance to the Buddha are now pilgrimage sites for thousands. The author has visited the holy Buddhist places many times since the s and, for more than twenty years, has been a practitioner of Zen Buddhism. As a young man, he lived in the Mount Everest region of Nepal as its first doctor.
Since then he has been continuously involved with Sir Edmund Hillary's development work in that country. Homeland of the Buddha brings this lifetime experience into focus as a practical, informative guide to the major Buddhist sites of India and Nepal. Valutazioni e recensioni 0 0 valutazioni con stelle 0 recensioni. Mikel Dunham and his amateur Tibetan photographers have made a tremendous contribution to our understanding of Tibetan's lives in Nepal and the existential issues that daily confront them.
Questions about this project? Check out the FAQ. A thank-you card, a signed copy of the book plus an acknowledgement of your support on the "Contributors' Page" in the back of the book. All of above and for those who wish it, a letter from the William Hinman Foundation qualifying your pledge as tax deductible.
Jun 20, - Aug 4, 45 days. Share this project Done. Photographs by Tibetan Refugees. A book of photographs taken by Tibetan refugees in Nepal. Caught in Nepal is a photography book that documents the daily lives of Tibetan refugees stranded in Nepal. The photographs were taken exclusive by Tibetan refugees. After 20 years of close association with the refugee community, I can say, without hesitation, that — except for the infirm and elderly, who are too feeble to start new lives -- I do not know of one Tibetan stranded in Nepal who would remain in Nepal, if he or she were given the opportunity to move elsewhere.
Ironically, few Nepalis -- even those Nepalis who live in close proximity to the Tibetans -- really understand this. The refugees no longer hope to be able to return to Tibet, but without the requisite papers to establish their identities, they find it nearly impossible to get the visa or exit permits that would allow them to begin new lives in other countries.
In short, they are stuck. Growth and Stagnation at the Periphery, The Patron and the Panca: Village Values and Pancayat Democracy in Nepal, Borre, Ole, Sushil R. Pandey, and Chitra K. Nepalese Political Behavior, The Challenge to Democracy in Nepal: A Political History, On the Edge of the Auspicious, Some Comments on a Debate. Lessons from Reading Rodhi and other Tamu Writings. Modern Adaptations in West Central Nepal. University of Wisconsin, Madison, Reflections on Change in Himalayan Nepal, Tamang Demography and Domestic Processes, Axinn, and Arland Thornton.
Caste and Kin in Nepal, India and Ceylon, Regionalism and National Unity in Nepal, Nationalism and Ethnicity in a Hindu Kingdom: The Politics of Culture in Contemporary Nepal, Statutory Rights and Social Implications. Purity, Power and Dominance in a Nepali Village, The Kingdom in the Himalayas, The Caste Hierarchy and the State in Nepal: A Study of the Muluki Ain of , Myth, Ritual and Exchange among Nepal's Tamang, Jones, Rex, and Shirley Jones. Policies, Plans and People: Culture and Health Development in Nepal, A Himalayan Kingdom in Transition, State Leadership and Politics in Nepal, The Dynamics of Polyandry: Kinship, Domesticity, and Population on the Tibetan Border, Women and the Discourse of Freedom in Kathmandu.
A Study of the Gurungs of Nepal, Historical Continuity and Socio-Cultural Change. Case of the Kham Magar of Western Nepal.
Belief in ghosts, spirits, and witchcraft is widespread, especially in rural areas. The Tang head of a bodhisattva radiates a serene quality, due to its downcast eyes, meditative expression, as well as a sophisticated demeanor that characterizes the international flavor of the Tang dynasty. Scott Berry USD Support Select this reward. One recent example is the supposed revival of Nalanda, the world's oldest and greatest Buddhist university, which predated the founding of Oxford University by years. It is believed that education is wasted on girls, who will marry and take their wage-earning abilities to another household. Despite these limitations, some fine scholarship has emerged, particularly in the social sciences.
Sketches from Nepal, Historical and Descriptive, , Social Representations and Development in Nepal. A Study of Sacrality and Spatial Structure. Thatched Huts and Stucco Palaces: Peasants and Landlords in 19th Century Nepal, Caste and Kin in Nepal, India, and Ceylon, Politics of Nepal, — Referendum, Stalemate, and Triumph of People Power, A Cultural Study of the Kathmandu Valley, Claiming the High Ground: An Ethnographic Analysis, Peoples, Problems, and Processes, Auspicious Music in a Changing Society, The Case of the Thakali of Mustang District.
History and Ethnic Relations Emergence of the Nation. Mongolian tribes from the east called Kiratis brought Buddhism in the seventh Nepal. The village of Siklis, in the Himalayas.
Urbanism, Architecture, and the Use of Space Nepal historically was one of the least urbanized countries in the world, but urbanization is accelerating, especially in the capital, and urban sprawl and pollution have become serious problems. Food and Economy Food in Daily Life. Social Stratification Classes and Castes.
Nongovernmental Organizations and Other Associations Aid organizations are involved in health care, family planning, community development, literacy, women's rights, and economic development for low castes and tribal groups. Marriage, Family, and Kinship Marriage. Etiquette The customary greeting is to press one's palms together in front of the chest and say namaste "I greet the god within you".
Medicine and Health Care Infant mortality is high, respiratory and intestinal diseases are endemic, and malnutrition is widespread in a country where life expectancy is fifty-seven years. The Arts and Humanities Literature. The State of the Physical and Social Sciences Universities are underfunded, faculties are poorly paid, and library resources are meager. Bibliography Acharya, Meena, and Lynn Bennett. The Magars of Bunyan Hill, The Gurkhas, , Also read article about Nepal from Wikipedia.
Awesome article about the country Nepal Cameron who has lived there and has us class do an essay in the area of focus on lower castes in terms of key issues in the study of gender and culture. I myself never realize I being from a small island like Haiti ; would make me realize how the world is completely different and deals with their own kind in almost feudalistic way. One thing I would like to know is where would I be able to find more info in the areas of economic,religious rituals and family life.
She would like two areas not covered by the ones mentioned. Thank you ahead for your assistance. Bibliography is there but I think there should also be a conclusion on this topic.
After much troubles, the country has become a democracy, abolished royalty, built a federal republic, held elections, including maoists in the political game. We are really very proud to have our culture, thanks for keeping our culture descrition here. Fantastic article about my country. One line that is hard to digest is that Nepal's literary tradition dates only to the nineteenth century. As rightly pointed out in the article, Kathmandu Valley, after which Nepal got its name, has been the locus of prosperous cities since two millenia and it is unbelievable that the cities would not have had a literary culture.
I think that Nepal is a very beautiful place and people should look beyond the money and apperance. I mean i know that it's a problem but if we try i bet we could help. Overall the article is good. Still it does not depict the real picture of the country. The author had poorly written about educational system, especially the universities of Nepal. I do not agree what you said in the very last paragraphy. I am very thankful for the information I am glad learning about my own country but its bit hard to digest.
Being the 21st Nepali educated girl born in city I have seen both urban and rural life and I have study the surroundings. Is Nepal that conscious about the caste system? There are so many successful personalities renowned worldwide. Time has change so the information of my country should be updated as well. Likewise the issues discussed about women really broke me down. It used to be like that but now if someone wants to know about my country then one should not pass the history but should present the current info about the any country.
I am surprised that the terrible political problem is not discussed but it has full coverage of history stuffs: Fantastic article about Nepal. Nepal is amazingly beautiful and is blessed with astounding tourism attractions and destinations which offer holiday seekers, adventure lovers and vacationers to treasure remarkable experience of lifetime. Nepal is my future Very helpful for my Geography project! Sounds like a beautiful country:. The Bibliography is great..
But there are some data that need to be updated. Want to know more about the rural development practices. Can you provide me article or any other reading stuffs related to "rural development of Nepal"? This article is awesome. It really helped me to remind my self about my country and know more where my eye and ear hadnt reached yet. I BET all of theses people who are suffering are thinking right now that i hope tomorrow today or the next we will be l;iving a good life. WHAT is the direct relation of nepalese lifestyle and the physical diversity in nepal and alsao the introduction to physical diversity in nepal.
Yes it is great to see this bibilography. So I want to suggest that it funeral process in Nepal should be explained in this bibilography in brief. Keep the direct and better relation of our nepalese lifestyle and the physical diversity in nepal at dahachok near west of Kathmandu Nepal and alsao the introduction to physical diversity in nepal we are managing home stay tourism program at dahachok for you and your self contact for - history, people, clothing, traditions, women, beliefs, food, customs, family.
IS this a primary source does anyone know? Need help on a research paper im writing in college. Thank you very much for the article, and i hope it helped a lot out there to understand Nepal. But what i find inmost of all the article about the caste system is that they all fail to mention that the caste Stratification was done by the Malla kings on the basis of WORK, which later during the period of Shah king the people of the so called higher caste manipulated it to their own interest.
This stratification was not there from the beginning as so other wrote it as well and also cause they seem to think the similarity of Indian caste system. This is not a primary source. You can get it from the Law Comission of Nepal. Sorry i tried to send u the link but this website didnt allow me to so try googling Law Comission of Nepal and then search for the historical documents.
My fascination with all these places is the Shared History that all people in these regions have, and I am proud to be part of that shared History, along with millions more like me who originate from those regions and find themselves all over the globe in the Diaspora. It is not only the beautiful diverse multiplicity of cultures, ways of life, religions, dances, food, art, but also the breath-taking geography.
All sharing a common history while at the same time having carved their own spectaculare histories within the shared history, over thousands of years.
Buddha and His Homeland Nepal, Illustrated: An Account of Siddhartha Gaut'm, the Kirati Mongolian Prince, who became the Buddha. [Mr GL Rai-Zimmdar] on. Buddha and His Homeland Nepal, Illustrated: An Account of Siddhartha Gaut'm, the Kirati Mongolian Prince, who became the Buddha. by Mr GL Rai-Zimmdar.
I must return to Nepal very soon, and lose myself once again in the people, the smells, the sounds, the textures. I went onto this site to find out information on Nepal for a child I teach. He has come to my Pre school room and cannot speak any English so I used this site to find out information to communicative with him and his family. Can I get the name of who is responsible for this website? I need to reference it in an essay I am doing for university. The culture of Nepal is a assemblage of music, architecture, religion and literature.
This mountain kingdom is multi-ethic and multi-lingual. The land is rich with unique cultural groups like Tharu,Yadav, Ahir, Newars and others. Nepal is blessed with one of the richest cultures in the world. Culture has been called 'the way of life for an entire society'. The statement holds particularly true in case of Nepal where every aspect of life, food, clothing and even occupations are culturally guided. The culture of Nepal includes the codes of manners, dress, language, rituals, norms of behavior and systems of belief.
Grate information about the Nepal , I got lots of ideas about the Nepal , really informative site for all people, I am also starting a site which is about the Nature of Nepal which is suchanature.
I am really happy, after learn this important knowledge about my country, Nepal. Although, I am Nepali I didn't know all of this which is mention in here. Please support our culture, tradition, religion etc. Could you tell me what is the name of the typical nepali men's hat? Thank you so much. Yeah, everything is great and all, but the caste system does not exist anymore.
It ceased to exist a very long time ago.
There might be few rural places, but except that, no more caste system. Nepalese Hinduism is sort of an amalgamation of Hinduism and Buddhism. Also, except few isolated places where there are only Tibeto-Burban or only Indo-Aryan , Nepal is culturally mixed. Nepali culture is an assemblage a very wide sub-cultures within the nation.
You mentioned that, but I just wanted to reiterate it. Sadly though, nowadays, our society is starting to disintegrate, it makes me sad to the core. It really helped me in my essay project. And I got good grades on it as well Its a good piece of information. Nice description and a good bibliography, thanks!
In wich book can I find this picture: Culture is a mirror of society. Nepal is a full of faith for the sake of people which brings hope ,love,and desire in every sector. I really appreciate this article from the bottom of my heart. I recently met someone from Nepal. I have to admit my ignorance of the country. So I must say thank you. This was very helpful in understanding a nation of which I knew nothing about.
It sounds very beautiful. But it also sounds like it's a very hard life for the people living there. I am doing a research project on Nepal, and i found this very interesting and helpful. I love the country of nepal because of its bright pretty colors.