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Dissertations · PhD diss.

Radical nondualism in the Works of 'Ju Mi pham rNam rgyal rGya mtsho (1846-1912)- the Interplay of Knowledge and Liberation in a Tibetan Philosophical Discourse on yuganaddha

Forgues, Gregory. Radical nondualism in the Works of 'Ju Mi pham rNam rgyal rGya mtsho (1846-1912)- the Interplay of Knowledge and Liberation in a Tibetan Philosophical Discourse on yuganaddha. PhD Diss, University of Vienna, 2016.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Study of the Tathāgatagarbha as True Self and the True Selves of the Brahmanic, Sāṅkhya and Jaina Traditions

Khosla, Usha. "Study of the Tathāgatagarbha as True Self and the True Selves of the Brahmanic, Sāṅkhya and Jaina Traditions." PhD diss., University of Toronto, 2015. https://tspace.library.utoronto.ca/bitstream/1807/77747/3/Khosla_Usha_201506_PhD_thesis.pdf
Dissertations · PhD diss.

A Comparison of the Concepts of Buddha-Nature and Dao-Nature of Medieval China

Tseng, Chih-Mien Adrian. "A Comparison of the Concepts of Buddha-Nature and Dao-Nature of Medieval China." PhD diss., McMaster University, 2014. https://macsphere.mcmaster.ca/bitstream/11375/15419/1/Chih-mien%20Adrian%20Tseng%27s%20dissertation%202014-07.pdf
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Le Dharmadharmatāvibhāga, texte bouddhique de l’Inde du IV siècle

Denis, Diane, Le Dharmadharmatāvibhāga, texte bouddhique de l’Inde du IV siècle, traduction des stances et du commentaire de Mipham, suivie d’un examen minutieux. Quebec: Universite Laval, 2013.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Multivariant Levels of Interpretations on Selected Caryās

Bhattacherjee, Rupa. "Multivariant Levels of Interpretations on Selected Caryās." MA thesis, University of Calgary, 2000. https://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/obj/s4/f2/dsk2/ftp03/MQ55135.pdf.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Mipham on the Dependent Nature - The Three Natures through the Lens of Purity and Delusion

Cotter, Martina N. Mipham on the Dependent Nature: The Three Natures through the Lens of Purity and Delusion. MA thesis, Kathmandu University, 2017.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Demandingness, Self-Interest and Benevolence in Santideva's Introduction to the Practice of Awakening (Bodhicaryavatara)

Harris, Stephen. "Demandingness, Self-Interest and Benevolence in Śāntideva's Introduction to the Practice of Awakening (Bodhicaryāvatāra)." PhD diss., University of New Mexico, 2014.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

The Cultural Translation of Buddhism - Problems of Theory and Method in the Study of Buddhism in England

Mellor, P. A. 1989. “The Cultural Translation of Buddhism: Problems of Theory and Method in the Study of Buddhism in England.” PhD. Thesis, University of Manchester.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Buddhist Translation Procedures in Third-Century China - A Study of Dharmaraksa and his Translation Idiom

Boucher, Daniel. 1996. "Buddhist Translation Procedures in Third-Century China: A Study of Dharmarakṣa and His Translation Idiom."Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Pennsylvania.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Utilizing Terror - On the Adoption and Refinement of Skull Cups in Tibetan Buddhism

Fuentes, Ayesha. Utilizing Terror: On the Adoption and Refinement of Skull Cups in Tibetan Buddhism. Master's Thesis. Tufts University, 2011.
Dissertations · MA Thesis

Namthar, Comics in Tibet, and the Aesthetics of Contemplative Imagination

Wilkinson, Celso Scott. "Namthar, Comics in Tibet, and the Aesthetics of Contemplative Imagination." MA thesis, Naropa University, 2013.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Radiant Play of the Unborn - Shechen Gyaltsap IV's Illuminating Jewel Mirror and the Mandala of Appearances

Goetz, Laura. "Radiant Play of the Unborn: Shechen Gyaltsap IV's Illuminating Jewel Mirror and the Maṇḍala of Appearances." MA Theses, Naropa University, 2014.
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The Monastery Rules - Buddhist Monastic Organization in Pre-Modern Tibet (2015)

Jansen, Berthe Katrien. "The Monastery Rules: Buddhist Monastic Organization in Pre-Modern Tibet." PhD diss., University of Leiden, 2015.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Edition und Ubersetzung von Lama Zhangs Blitzschlag(gleicher) Mahamudra

Prax, Andrea. "Edition und Übersetzung von Lama Zhangs Blitzschlag(gleicher) Mahāmudrā". Master's thesis, University of Vienna, 2013.
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Tropu Lotsawa (1172-1236 CE) and the Building of Religious Institutions in Thirteenth Century Tibet

Ward, Jared. "Tropu Lotsawa (1172-1236 CE) and the Building of Religious Institutions in Thirteenth Century Tibet". Master's thesis, John Carroll University, 2012.
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The Man from Samye - Longchenpa on Praxis, its Negation and Liberation

Ifergan , Gidi. "The Man from Samyé: Longchenpa on Praxis, its Negation and Liberation". PhD diss., Monash University, 2013.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Gha rung pa lha'i rgyal mtshan as a Scholar and Defender of the Jo nang Tradition - A Study of His Lamp that Illuminates the Expanse of Reality with an Annotated Translation and Critical Edition of the Text

Duoji, Nyingcha. "Gha rung pa lha'i rgyal mtshan as a Scholar and Defender of the Jo nang Tradition: A Study of His Lamp that Illuminates the Expanse of Reality with an Annotated Translation and Critical Edition of the Text." PhD diss., Harvard University, 2014.
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A Comparative Study of Enlightenment in Vajrayana Buddhism and Self Actualization in Western Psychology

Maruti, Sharma. "A Comparative Study of Enlightenment in Vajrayāna Buddhism and Self Actualization in Western Psychology". PhD diss., University of Jammu, 2014.
Dissertations · MA Theses

The Commodification of Tibetan Spirituality in Contemporary Chinese Popular Music

Yang, Xi. "The Commodification of Tibetan Spirituality in Contemporary Chinese Popular Music". Master's thesis, University of Hawai'i, 2014.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Reconciliation and Legitimization - The Fifth Karmapa Deshin Shegpa's Trip to Ming China

Qujie, Suolang. "Reconciliation and Legitimization: The Fifth Karmapa Deshin Shegpa's Trip to Ming China". Master's thesis, University of British Columbia, 2012.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Das Zusammenspiel von lha pa und yul lha Eine Studie uber die Bedeutung von klu rol zu Ehren der Berggottheiten fur die tibetische Gesellschaft in Amdo

Ladenbauer, Franziska. "Das Zusammenspiel von lha pa und yul lha Eine Studie über die Bedeutung von klu rol zu Ehren der Berggottheiten für die tibetische Gesellschaft in Amdo". Master's thesis, University of Vienns, 2013.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Oral Accounts of the Sa skya 'bag mo, Past and Present Voices of the Terrifying Witches of Sa skya

Conrad, Sarah. "Oral Accounts of the Sa skya 'bag mo, Past and Present Voices of the Terrifying Witches of Sa skya". Master's thesis, Indiana University, 2012.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Song, Dance, and Instrumental Music in Buddhist Canon Law

Liu, Cuilan. "Song, Dance, and Instrumental Music in Buddhist Canon Law". PhD diss., Harvard University, 2014.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Forging a Buddhist Cinema - Exploring Buddhism in Cinematic Representations of Tibetan Culture

Harnden-Simpson, Mona. "Forging a Buddhist Cinema: Exploring Buddhism in Cinematic Representations of Tibetan Culture". Master's thesis, Carleton University, 2011.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Thinking the Unthinkable / Unthinking the Thinkable - Conceptual thought, nonconceptuality, and Gorampa Sonam Senge's Synopsis of Madhyamaka

Kassor, Constance E. "Thinking the Unthinkable / Unthinking the Thinkable: Conceptual Thought, Nonconceptuality, and Gorampa Sonam Senge's Synopsis of Madhyamaka". PhD diss., Emory University, 2014.
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Dissipating Boundaries - The Life, Song-Poems, and Non-Sectarian Paradigm of Shabkar Tsokdruk Rangdrol

Pang, Rachel Hua-Wei. "Dissipating Boundaries: The Life, Song-Poems, and Non-Sectarian Paradigm of Shabkar Tsokdruk Rangdrol". PhD diss., University of Virginia, 2011.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Dharmottaras Pramanaviniscayatika zum auf der Realitat basierenden logischen Nexus

Ishida, Hisataka. "Dharmottaras Pramanaviniscayatika zum auf der Realität basierenden logischen Nexus". PhD diss., University of Vienna, 2011.
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Alternative Development on the Tibetan Plateau - The Case of the Slaughter Renunciation Movement

Kabzung, Gaerrang. "Alternative Development on the Tibetan Plateau: The Case of the Slaughter Renunciation Movement". PhD diss., University of Colorado, Boulder, 2011.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Die Einleitungsstrophen der Mulamadhyamakakarika - Ubersetzung und Studie des Kommentars von Pa tshab Nyi ma grags im Vergleich zu fruhen indischen Kommentaren

Kamarid, Dörte. "Die Einleitungsstrophen der Mūlamadhyamakakārikā: Übersetzung und Studie des Kommentars von Pa tshab Nyi ma grags im Vergleich zu frühen indischen Kommentaren". Master's thesis, University of Vienna, 2013.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Revelations of a Modern Mystic - The Life and Legacy of Kun bzang bde chen gling pa 1928-2006

Hall, Amelia. "Revelations of a Modern Mystic: The Life and Legacy of Kun bzang bde chen gling pa 1928-2006". PhD diss., Oxford University, 2012.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Politics of Tranquility - Religious Mobilities and Material Engagements of Tibetan Buddhist Nuns in Post-Mao China

Cho, Yasmin. "Politics of Tranquility: Religious Mobilities and Material Engagements of Tibetan Buddhist Nuns in Post-Mao China." PhD diss., Duke University, 2015.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Reproducing the Sacred Places - The Eight Great Events of the Buddha's Life and their Commemorative Stupas in the Medieval Art of Tibet (10th-13th Century)

Pakhoutova, Elena. "Reproducing the Sacred Places: the Eight Great Events of the Buddha's Life and their Commemorative Stūpas in the Medieval Art of Tibet (10th-13th century)". PhD diss., University of Viginia, 2009.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Carving Out Conventional Worlds - The Work of Apoha in Early Dharmakirtian Buddhism and Pratyabhijna Saivism

Prueitt, Catherine. "Carving out Conventional Worlds: The Work of Apoha in Early Dharmakīrtian Buddhism and Pratyabhijñā Śaivism." PhD diss., Emory University, 2016.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

The Revival of Tantrism - Tibetan Buddhism and Modern China

DiBeltulo, Martino. "The Revival of Tantrism: Tibetan Buddhism and Modern China." PhD diss., University of Michigan, 2015.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Coming Down the Mountain - Transformations of Contemplative Culture in Eastern Tibet

McDougal, Elizabeth Ann. "Coming Down the Mountain: Transformations of Contemplative Culture in Eastern Tibet." Master's thesis, University of Sydney, 2016.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Echoes of Enlightenment - The Life and Legacy of Sonam Peldren

Bessenger, Suzanne. "Echoes of Enlightenment: The Life and Legacy of Sonam Peldren". PhD diss., University of Virginia, 2010.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Zur europaischen Wahrnehmung von Besessenheitsphanomenen und Orakelwesen in Tibet

Zotz, Birgit. "Zur europäischen Wahrnehmung von Besessenheitsphänomenen und Orakelwesen in Tibet". MA Thesis. University of Vienna, 2010.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Les tsha tsha du monde Tibetain - etudes de la production, de l'iconographie et des styles des moulages et estampages bouddhiques

Namgyal-lama, Kunsang. "Les tsha tsha du monde Tibétain: études de la production, de l'iconographie et des styles des moulages et estampages bouddhiques". PhD diss., Université Paris-Sorbonne, 2013.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Epistolary Buddhism - Letter Writing and the Growth of Geluk Buddhism in Early Modern Asia

Kilby, Christina. "Epistolary Buddhism: Letter Writing and the Growth of Geluk Buddhism in Early Modern Asia." PhD diss., University of Virginia, 2015.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Exorcising Luther Confronting the Demon of Modernity in Tibetan Buddhism

Daisley, Simon. "Exorcising Luther Confronting the Demon of Modernity in Tibetan Buddhism". Master's thesis, University of Canterbury, 2012.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Portrait of a Landscape - Depictions of the Meru Cosmos in Buddhist Art and Culture

Huntington, Eric. "Portrait of a Landscape: Depictions of the Meru Cosmos in Buddhist Art and Culture". PhD diss., University of Chicago, 2013.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Die fruhesten Darstellungen der Schutzgottin dPal ldan Lha mo

Lirscher, Gabriele Henriette. "Die frühesten Darstellungen der Schutzgöttin dPal ldan Lha mo". Master's thesis, University of Vienna, 2013.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

When Sutra Meets Tantra - Sgam po pa’s Four Dharma Doctrine as an Example for his Synthesis of the Bka’ gdams and Mahamudra Systems

Scheuermann, Rolf. "When Sūtra Meets Tantra – Sgam po pa’s Four Dharma Doctrine as an Example for his Synthesis of the Bka’ gdams- and Mahāmudrā-Systems." PhD diss., University of Vienna, 2015.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

At Play in Paradox - The Curious Space Between Tibetan Buddhism and Western Practice

Gratton-Fabbri, Louise. "At Play in Paradox: The Curious Space Between Tibetan Buddhism and Western Practice". PhD diss., Arizona State University, 2010.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

The Temple of Tamzhing Lhundrup Choling and the Legacy of Pema Lingpa (1450-1521) - An Iconological Study

Maki, Ariana. "The Temple of Tamzhing Lhundrup Choling and the Legacy of Pema Lingpa (1450-1521): An Iconological Study". PhD diss., Ohio State University, 2012.
Dissertations · PhD diss.

Dignaga's Philosophy of Language - Dignaga on Anyapoha

Pind, Ole Holten. "Dignāga's Philosophy of Language - Dignāga on Anyāpoha". PhD diss., University of Vienna, 2009.
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Unfolding the Dharma - The Juxtaposition of Michel Foucault's Late Work on the Themes of Religion and Sprituality Juxtaposed with Nagarjuna's Madhyamika Philosophy

Wicking, Andrew P. "Unfolding the Dharma: The Juxtaposition of Michel Foucault's Late Work on the Themes of Religion and Sprituality Juxtaposed with Nagarjuna's Madhyamika Philosophy." PhD diss., University of Divinity, Australia, 2011.
Dissertations · MA Theses

Women in Vajrayana Buddhism — The Embodiment of Wisdom and Enlightenment in Traditionally Male-Oriented Buddhism

Coakley, Eneli. "Women in Vajrayāna Buddhism — The Embodiment of Wisdom and Enlightenment in Traditionally Male-Oriented Buddhism". Master's thesis, Georgetown University, 2012.
Dissertations · MA Theses

The Bon sman sgrub Ritual

Sehnalova, Anna. "The Bon sman sgrub Ritual". Master's thesis, Oxford University, 2013.
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Unfettered Orientalism and Western Philosophical - Depictions of Buddhism On-screen

Byrne, Lauren. "Unfettered Orientalism & Western Philosophical: Depictions of Buddhism On-screen". Master's thesis, Graduate Theological Union, 2010.
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