International Gurung Buddhism Council Concludes
Summary
The International Gurung Buddhism Council has concluded its second international conference in Kathmandu, bringing together Gurung Buddhist leaders from several countries. The gathering focused on preserving Gurung cultural identity, expanding Buddhist education, and promoting the Gurung language and traditions.
Key Points
- The second international conference of the International Gurung Buddhism Council concluded in Kathmandu with participation from Gurung Buddhist leaders and community representatives from multiple countries.
- Dr. Kumar Gurung said the Council aims to preserve Gurung identity while embracing Buddhist teachings, and highlighted initiatives including monastery support, language classes, and Tripitaka translation work.
- Khenpo Sir Lama Gurung urged Gurung communities to preserve traditions compatible with Buddhism and warned against practices such as animal sacrifice.
- Dhruva Gurung stressed the need to protect Gurung customs and to train Lamas in both Buddhist philosophy and Gurung cultural heritage.
