Although based on the same well-known Sanskrit texts Sadhanamala and Nispannayogavali, the Buddhist iconography of Nepal and Tibet show many interesting differences. In this illustrated lecture, Dr. Vajracharya will share and explain these differences in light of his observations of Buddhist history and Himalayan geography and climate.

Nepalese dinner to follow

The evening will begin with
Making 
Nepalese Buddhist 
Ritual Masks

From blessing the materials to embodying the deity, Alysha Graham will present the process of creating masks for Charya Nritya, dance as a spiritual practice.