Andy Rotman on The Vow that Began the Buddha’s Path to Awakening

Discover the captivating origins of the Buddha's life story in a remarkable lecture titled "The Vow that Began the Buddha's Path to Awakening." Dr. Andy Rotman, Sydenham Clark Parsons Professor of Religion at Smith College, explores the fascinating narrative that goes beyond Prince Gautama's birth. Uncover the ancient tale that started countless eons ago when a learned Brahman made a solemn vow before the Buddha Dipankara, foreseeing his own future enlightenment. This renowned story has been immortalized in Buddhist literature and art, particularly in the enchanting sculptures from the northwest region of the Indian subcontinent, once called Gandhara during the first centuries CE. Gain valuable insights into the popularity of this story and unravel its significance in understanding the extraordinary biography of the Buddha. Visit the Michael C. Carlos Museum: https://carlos.emory.edu/

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