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THE ARTS
Within certain Buddhist lineages, particularly those of Japan and Tibet, the arts have been used and valued as a way to understand the teachings. Seen from this perspective, the arts created a bridge between monastic practice and being in the everyday world.
We call our contemplative arts program “Nalanda,” in honor of an 11th century Indian university that welcomed teachings and disciplines from many different traditions. Each of these disciplines represents a genuine contemplative path, and together they bring beauty, vividness, and wisdom to our lives and community.
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