Bon Religion: The Ancient Tibetan Spiritual Path That Came Before Buddhism

Описание: Bon Religion: The Ancient Tibetan Spiritual Path That Came Before Buddhism
Ever heard of a Tibetan religion older than Buddhism? That’s Bon — a mystical tradition filled with sacred mountains, spiritual protectors, and ancient wisdom that shaped Tibetan culture long before the arrival of the Buddha. And it’s still alive today.

Originating centuries before Buddhism reached the Himalayas, Bon is rooted in shamanism, animism, and esoteric cosmology. Despite suppression and assimilation attempts, Bon survived and evolved into a sophisticated tradition with its own monasteries, scriptures, and philosophy — distinct, yet sometimes resembling Tibetan Buddhism.

In this video, you’ll discover:

The origins of Bon and its pre-Buddhist roots

Tonpa Shenrab Miwoche, the legendary founder

Bon cosmology: deities, spirits, and protectors

Rituals for balancing nature’s forces and honoring elemental spirits

Oracles, divination, and sacred Bon texts like the Zhang-Zhung Nyen Gyud

Symbolism of ritual objects like phurbas, thangkas, and the Bonpo hat

Bon teachings on life, death, and the afterlife (bardo)

Bon’s sacred landscapes: mountains, lakes, and valleys as spiritual homes

The transformation of Bon after Buddhism’s arrival

Bon’s modern-day revival and cultural significance

Today, Bon is recognized as one of Tibet’s five main spiritual traditions, carrying deep teachings on compassion, karma, and spiritual liberation — and protecting both Tibetan identity and nature.

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