From a simple bow to a full prostration, Buddhists of different countries pay homage to the Buddha and other object of veneration in a variety of ways. For example, bowing to the Buddha’s statue is a sign of respect for the Buddha and his teachings. Moreover, lowering oneself before the Buddha is also an act […]
Buddhist Etiquette — What Some Westerners Don’t Know
We are happy to meet and greet new visitors, and in order to make you feel comfortable and understand some of the traditions and practices of Tibetan Buddhism, we provide this little guide. Keep in mind that the monastery is a place where Westerners meet an Eastern religious tradition that was integrated into Tibetan culture; […]