Virupa: The Unconventional Life and Miracles of a Wandering Yogi
From monastery scandal to revered tantric master, the legacy of this celebrated mahasiddha offers lessons on letting go
Evoking Peace, Introspection, and Mindfulness through Art
Artist Yeshi Pelden on blending the Buddha’s teachings with contemporary art forms
two elders participating in the bhimaratha ritual in carriages adorned with orange flowers
Celebrating 77 Years, 7 Months, and 7 Days
The bhimaratha ceremony in Newar culture features extensive art and rituals to honor elders
detail of the Rubin Museum Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room with butter lamps, sculptures, and tsa tsas
What Are Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Rooms?
These sacred spaces are centers for daily devotional activities
artist shushank shrestha working in clay studio on a sculpture
Playing in Clay
How cartoons, Nepalese art, and a desire to elicit joy inspire a ceramic artist
illustration of woman sitting with legs crossed and parts of her missing
Vanessa
Rumors about vampires have townspeople talking in these linked stories
Moments of Grace Amid the Chaos
Reflections on the role of museums, restitution, and responsibility from the Rubin Art Prize Winner
Silent Whispers from the Past
The Art of Muna Bhadel
Seeing Beauty in the Ordinary
Artist and creative director Sargam Gupta aims to spark wonder through art
The Lotus Flower: Sacred Symbol of Transcendence
This powerful representation of resilience and transformation often appears in Himalayan art
Illustration of a white dog sitting under the moon and a purply sky
Sugarbean
Rumors about vampires have townspeople talking in these linked stories
Collage artwork titled Nostradamus Codex by Beto Val
Escape and Introspection
Collage artist Beto Val reflects on his artistic process, inspirations, and art as therapy
Within and Without
A Tibetan doctor reflects on the body's intricate connections
Child stands on stage with a microphone and behind her is a sign that reads, "Happy Losar to You!"
Losar: Tibetan New Year Traditions
Losar celebrations embody the rich cultural heritage and religious traditions of the Tibetan people
Illustration by Priya Suresh Kambli
Knowing How Deeply Our Lives Intertwine
Activism based on the wisdom of interdependence is the only way to create real change
Illustration by Lena Christakis
Rooted in Connection
How social networks make us who we are
Dreaming in Sendak
Picture books cultivate connections to the world around us
Illustration by Murugiah
Embracing Interdependence
For all people, self-sufficiency is a myth

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