Embodied Experience of the Inner and Outer Universes Astrology, medicine, and human potential in the Kalachakra Tantra
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Things Depend on Other Things Applying the teachings of interdependence to day-to-day life
The Geometry of Chaos To understand the universe, we have to look at the interconnectedness of every part within this vast system
Causes and Conditions The universal law of dependent origination provides a road map out of suffering
About the Cover The cover design draws inspiration from the intricate, interconnected networks inherent in nature.
Connecting the Dots An astrologer shares how the field of Tibetan astro-science helps people navigate birth, life, death, and beyond
Religions Art and cultures are often deeply entwined with religion, which can help people understand their existence, the universe, and the meaning of life.
Cultural Regions Learn about the extraordinary range of places that comprise the greater Himalayan region—from misty valleys to snow-capped mountains.
March 2, 2025 12:00–4:00 PM LaGuardia Community College, C Building Losar Family Day: Year of the Wood Snake Join us for a free afternoon of learning and discovery as we honor Losar, the Tibetan New Year.
February 12, 2025 Take a Closer Look at Himalayan Art The Rubin has teamed up with Smarthistory to bring audiences an “up-close” look at objects from the collection through a 15-episode video series.
Art Making Art making in the greater Himalayan region is essentially religious in nature, often guided by iconometry or rules of proportion.
One Refuge, One Planet Homage to Yum Chenmo, the Great Mother
Himalayan Art Up Close: Four Mandalas of the Vajravali Cycle Dr. Karl Debreczeny and Dr. Steven Zucker delve into one of the most important paintings in the Rubin’s collection—Four Mandalas of the Vajravali Cycle.
Himalayan Art Up Close: Stories of Previous Lives of the Buddha (Jataka) Dr. Elena Pakhoutova and Dr. Beth Harris look at a thangka painting that illuminates the previous lives of the Buddha.
Himalayan Art Up Close: Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room Dr. Elena Pakhoutova and Dr. Steven Zucker explore this treasure of the Rubin that displays art and ritual objects.
Himalayan Art Up Close: Green Tara Dr. Karl Debreczeny and Dr. Beth Harris examine an exquisite sculpture of one of the many emanations of the revered goddess.