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On the Origin of the Tsha-gsur Ceremony

On the Origin of the Tsha-gsur Ceremony
Soundings in Tibetan Civilization: Proceedings of the 1982 Seminar of the International Association for Tibetan Studies Held at Columbia University
Format: Conference Paper
Publication Year: 1985
Publisher: Manohar Publications
Place of Publication: New Dehli
Pages: 268-272
Sources ID: 123085
Visibility: Public (group default)
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The article investigates the contested origin of of the Tsasur (tsha gsur) ceremony. The ceremonies are dedicated to local deities, demons, and low-ranking spirits. Although they are modeled on tantric Buddhist practices, there is some doubt as to whether they are Buddhist in origin. (Mark Premo-Hopkins 2004-03-21)

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