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2007-08-04 Caucasus/Russia/Central Asia

China tightens control of Tibetan Buddhism

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Posted by Seafarious 2007-08-04 00:00|| || Front Page|| [2 views ] Top

#1 "All the reincarnations of living Buddhas of Tibetan Buddhism must get government approval, otherwise they are illegal or invalid."

Making Mao proud.

Posted by Danking70 2007-08-04 16:21|| 2007-08-04 16:21|| Front Page Top

#2 China's State Administration for Religious Affairs (SARA) issued a set of regulations on reincarnation of Tibetan living Buddhas

I can see it now:

1. One reincarnation only to a customer.

2. May not be doubled, no duplicate lifetimes will be honored.

3. Only one spin at the Wheel of Dharma per applicant.

4. All entrants must be willing to undergo prolonged starvation.

5. No Uighurs need apply.

6. No robe, no haircut, no sandals, no service.

Posted by Zenster">Zenster 2007-08-04 22:16|| 2007-08-04 22:16|| Front Page Top

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