Buddhism
An exploration of shinbyu and reincarnation in Myanmar
Peak Web January 31, 2023By: Olivia Sherman, SFU student For Buddhist people in Myanmar, earning merit creates a better chance of a good life after rebirth. The pursuit of merit can be understood as “the Buddhist way to develop a wise sense of self” that is often based on selfless activities such as giving, virtue, and meditation. Earning merit can happen in many different ways, but the ideal way is to give things such as food or clothing to monks. The tradition that Dr. Keziah Wallis’ lecture focuses on is called a shinbyu, the practice of turning a boy into a monk. The symbolic…
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What the Buddha Never Taught showcases outdated narratives
Peak Web July 25, 2022By: Yasmin Vejs Simsek, Staff Writer What the Buddha Never Taught is advertised as a “rock opera” and is based on the book with the same name by Tim Ward. Playing at Jericho Arts Centre until July 10, this show was…
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