On the use of Human remains in Tibetan ritual objects

by Ayesha Fuentes | 2020 | 86,093 words

Summary: The study examines the use of Tibetan ritual objects crafted from human remains highlighting objects such as skulls and bones and instruments such as the 鈥渞kang gling鈥� and the Damaru. This essay further it examines the formalization of Buddhist Tantra through charnel asceticism practices. Methodologies include conservation, iconographic analysis, cultural anthropology, and material culture studies. By engaging with practitioners (in Tibet, etc.) and accessing museum collections, the study documents the sourcing, preparation, and use of these materials, analyzing their historical narratives, current practices, and Tibetan cultural significance.

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Abstract

Acknowledgements

+ Chapter 1 - Introduction

. Introduction

. Interpretation and context

. Terms and concepts

. Methodology and structure

+ Chapter 2 - The use of skulls and bone ornaments

. Introduction: The use of skulls and bone ornaments

. Formative sources for ritualized charnel asceticism

. K膩p膩lika implements in the formalization of Buddhist Mah膩yoga Tantra

. Charnel materials in the Sa峁僾ara tradition