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Journey into Buddhism: Vajra Sky Over Tibet DVD

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Item #: WB6312
Vajra is the Sanskrit word signifying the thunderbolt of illumination, and yatra is the word for pilgrimage or spiritual journey. This enthralling documentary offers a cinematic pilgrimage to central Tibet, bearing witness to the indomitable faith of its endangered Buddhist community and the imminent threat to its very survival.  A film by John Bush.
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Vajra is the Sanskrit word signifying the thunderbolt of illumination, and yatra is the word for pilgrimage or spiritual journey. This enthralling documentary offers a cinematic pilgrimage to central Tibet, bearing witness to the indomitable faith of its endangered Buddhist community and the imminent threat to its very survival.  A film by John Bush.

Includes two viewing options: surround sound mix with narration, and ambient sound mix with music
Bonus video: Vajra Realm, a dance pilgrimage by Nadine Helstroffer
Downloadable director's notes
5.1 Channel Dolby Surround Sound

Production Year: 2007
Copyright Year: 2006
Number of Discs: 1
Length: 89 minutes
Audio Format: 5.1 Surround

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5.0 star rating
07/17/20
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Review by Pat on 07/17/20 review stating Journey into Buddhism
There are many things I liked about these three DVDs: the photography is superb. You feel you are on the river; you feel you are walking along with the people. Amazing. The voice overs are special: wonderful explanations, but not too much. Great for beginngers and those wanting to learn morne; if you know a lot about the places or Buddhism, there is still something to learn. The duration of the DVD is perfect: a little more than an hour: you are relaxed and away from the everyday. Ive watched them several times now and I learn something each time.

"Vajra Sky Over Tibet is an illuminating meditation on the deepest of Buddhist philosophical concerns - impermanence.  Study of a threatened culture and people is beautifully shot inside Tibet's most sacred sites and arrives with the blessing of the Dalai Lama.  The peaceful principles of the faith infuse every frame." - Richard Kuipers, Variety

"John Bush's enthralling and heartfelt documentary explores the beauty and the vulnerability of the Buddhist tradition in Tibet today and its importance to the Western world." - Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality & Practice

"[Vajra Sky Over Tibet] is not only the year's best documentary, but also among the finest films ever made about religion... A work of power and glory." - Phil Hall, Film Threat


"Images of the landscape, temples, and art dazzle with their gemlike luminosity and vaulting immensity." - Peter Keough, Boston Phoenix


"A giant spiritual tapestry." - Amit Goti, LA Yoga

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Review by Pat review stating Journey into Buddhism
There are many things I liked about these three DVDs: the photography is superb. You feel you are on the river; you feel you are walking along with the people. Amazing. The voice overs are special: wonderful explanations, but not too much. Great for beginngers and those wanting to learn morne; if you know a lot about the places or Buddhism, there is still something to learn. The duration of the DVD is perfect: a little more than an hour: you are relaxed and away from the everyday. Ive watched them several times now and I learn something each time.
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