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In Thailand, the practice of using Talipot hand fans has survived thousands of years
The ‘Story of the Novice Monk’ suggests Talipot fans were used by monastics during the during the lifetime of Gotama Buddha over 2500 years ago.
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In Thai manuscripts, the future Buddha is at the centre of some of the most beautiful illustrations
According to canonical scriptures, Ariya Metteyya is the fifth in the lineage of Buddhas of the current aeon and the successor of the 28 Buddhas of the past.
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Illustrations: A puzzling fragment from an 18th-century Thai meditation manual
The lavishly illustrated manuscript consists of just three complete and two half folios with Pali and Thai text in Khmer and Khom scripts.
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Trending
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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Illustrations: In Thai Buddhist cosmology, Indra lives in a celestial stupa with 32 other deities
The ‘Chulamani Chedi’ is mentioned repeatedly in the story of the life of the Buddha.
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In Thai manuscript paintings, chariots are more than just vehicles for transportation
The chariot has special importance in religious traditions in Thailand, especially those related to royal ceremonies and funerals.
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The story of star-crossed lovers Suthon and Manora lives on in Thailand’s dance and drama
Manora, a mythical bird-like creature, and Buddhist prince Suthon, were separated after a murder attempt on the former.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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How the 50 ‘birth-tales’ of Buddha spread from Thailand to the rest of Southeast Asia
The Paññāsa Jātaka contain stories outside the Buddhist canon.
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Illustrations: The many lives of Gautama Buddha in 18th and 19th century manuscripts
The Buddha-to-be was portrayed as a mythical serpent king and the son of blind hermits.
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How translated texts, paintings and songs brought Buddhism to the western world
Europeans first came into direct contact with Buddhist ideas in the 13th century.
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The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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Christian Europe once celebrated the story of Buddha without even knowing it
The Buddha as Josaphat became a saint in medieval Europe with his own feast day: November 27.
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Photos: How ancient manuscripts have depicted the teachings of Gautam Buddha
Snapshots from the British Library’s ‘Buddhism Illuminated: Manuscript Art from Southeast Asia’.
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Ilustrations and photos from 19th century show elaborate Thai funeral traditions through history
For kings, the mourning period could last for a year, as was seen with Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej in October.
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The Field
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller