What are the origins,historical development,and lineages of the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in Tibetan Buddhism?What kind of academic framework is"Han-Tibetan Buddhist Studies"?In an interview wit...What are the origins,historical development,and lineages of the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in Tibetan Buddhism?What kind of academic framework is"Han-Tibetan Buddhist Studies"?In an interview with this journal,Professor Shen Weirong ofTsinghua University discusses these issues on the basis of his research.展开更多
A gathering was held on December 9,2025,at theTashilhunpo Monastery in Xigaze,southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region,to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the enthronement of Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po....A gathering was held on December 9,2025,at theTashilhunpo Monastery in Xigaze,southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region,to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the enthronement of Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po.Panchen Rinpoche is a member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and vice president of the Buddhist Association of China.The Tashilhunpo Monastery has been Panchen Rinpoche's traditional seat.展开更多
Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karm...Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karma Kagyu sect pioneered the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in the 13th century,this tradition has continued for more than 700 years.Since the Gelug sect adopted the reincarnation practice in the 16th century,resulting in major lineages such as the Dalai Lama and Panchen Erdeni reincarnations,the system has now held a history of over 400 years.Since the Yuan Dynasty(1271-1368),successive central governments of China have,without exception,strengthened administration over reincarnation matters.In the 57th year of the reign of Emperor Qianlong(1792)of the Qing Dynasty,the Golden Urn Lot-Drawing System was formally established.This system has remained in place up to the present day.Demonstrating national sovereignty,governmental authority,as well as the sacredness and impartiality of Buddhism,it has effectively prevented corruption and malpractice during the reincarnation process.展开更多
Panchen Rinpoche Concludes Xizang Tour Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po,a member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and vice president of ...Panchen Rinpoche Concludes Xizang Tour Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po,a member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and vice president of the Buddhist Association of China,flew back to Beijing on Dec.23 of 2025 after completing a six-month tour of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region,during which he performed regular duties,Buddhist rituals and social activities.展开更多
On December 8,1995,in accordance with historical conventions and religious rituals,and with the approval of the State Council of the People's Republic of China,the enthronement ceremony of Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi ...On December 8,1995,in accordance with historical conventions and religious rituals,and with the approval of the State Council of the People's Republic of China,the enthronement ceremony of Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po,the 11 th Panchen Erdeni,was solemnly held at the Tashilhunpo Monastery in Xigaze City,southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region.This grand event successfully completed the major religious matter of the reincarnation of the late 10th Panchen Erdeni and fully embodied the policy on freedom of religious belief in China,earning the heartfelt support of monks and lay believers from all sectors of Xizang.展开更多
文摘What are the origins,historical development,and lineages of the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in Tibetan Buddhism?What kind of academic framework is"Han-Tibetan Buddhist Studies"?In an interview with this journal,Professor Shen Weirong ofTsinghua University discusses these issues on the basis of his research.
文摘A gathering was held on December 9,2025,at theTashilhunpo Monastery in Xigaze,southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region,to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the enthronement of Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po.Panchen Rinpoche is a member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and vice president of the Buddhist Association of China.The Tashilhunpo Monastery has been Panchen Rinpoche's traditional seat.
文摘Editor's Note:As a unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism,the reincarnation of Living Buddhas is governed by standardized religious rituals,historical conventions,and established principles.Since the Karma Kagyu sect pioneered the reincarnation system of Living Buddhas in the 13th century,this tradition has continued for more than 700 years.Since the Gelug sect adopted the reincarnation practice in the 16th century,resulting in major lineages such as the Dalai Lama and Panchen Erdeni reincarnations,the system has now held a history of over 400 years.Since the Yuan Dynasty(1271-1368),successive central governments of China have,without exception,strengthened administration over reincarnation matters.In the 57th year of the reign of Emperor Qianlong(1792)of the Qing Dynasty,the Golden Urn Lot-Drawing System was formally established.This system has remained in place up to the present day.Demonstrating national sovereignty,governmental authority,as well as the sacredness and impartiality of Buddhism,it has effectively prevented corruption and malpractice during the reincarnation process.
文摘Panchen Rinpoche Concludes Xizang Tour Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po,a member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and vice president of the Buddhist Association of China,flew back to Beijing on Dec.23 of 2025 after completing a six-month tour of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region,during which he performed regular duties,Buddhist rituals and social activities.
文摘On December 8,1995,in accordance with historical conventions and religious rituals,and with the approval of the State Council of the People's Republic of China,the enthronement ceremony of Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po,the 11 th Panchen Erdeni,was solemnly held at the Tashilhunpo Monastery in Xigaze City,southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region.This grand event successfully completed the major religious matter of the reincarnation of the late 10th Panchen Erdeni and fully embodied the policy on freedom of religious belief in China,earning the heartfelt support of monks and lay believers from all sectors of Xizang.
