The inaugural topic delved into the historical evolution of Buddhist education, tracing its roots from viharas and monasteries. The discussion encompassed the trajectory of Buddhist education in India, as well as its manifestations in regions adhering to both the Theravada and Mahayana traditions. The subsequent topic introduced Nalanda Buddhist University (427 – 1197 C.E.), followed by...
The inaugural day of the conference, June 13, 2024, commenced with a solemn opening ceremony. The ceremony saw a gathering of numerous monks and nuns, accompanied by elected officials representing the cities of Santa Ana and Westminster, California, as well as the state of California. Additionally, representatives from various associations, organizations, radio and television stations, press...
After three months of meticulous preparations, the International Buddhist Education Conference convened from June 7th to 10th, marking a significant milestone in the establishment of an academic curriculum in both English and Vietnamese at the Bo De Phat Quoc, now renowned as Sakya Buddha University. The event welcomed esteemed monks and nuns, distinguished guest scholars, government...
Invitation to Attend Professor Lewis Lancaster’s Talk on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Buddhism Dear Students and Profound Buddhists, We are pleased to announce a special online lecture by Professor Lewis Lancaster, a distinguished American scholar with extensive expertise in religious studies, linguistics, philosophy, and humanities. Professor Lancaster currently serves as a senior advisor at Sakya...
