Queering Shantideva’s the Way of the Bodhisattva
David Franklin Sparks
Class Has Been In Session For Over 1300 Years!
When Shantideva first served these verses at Nalanda University in 8th Century India, he didn't just teach - he levitated, gagged and entire institution, and left behind a masterclass in spiritual awakening that has been slaying ever since.
The Way of the Bodhisattva isn't just ancient tea - it's the ultimate guide to transforming yourself through compassion and wisdom.
Now, this timeless Buddhist classic struts onto the modern stage in contemporary queer vernacular. Neither a commentary nor a paraphrase, this verse-by-verse translation maintains the profound wisdom of the original Sanskrit while expressing the teachings in the vibrant language of our culture. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to Buddhist thought, this fresh translation makes Shantideva's wisdom accessible without losing any of its transcendent fierceness.
Duration - 3h 20m.
Author - David Franklin Sparks.
Narrator - Aaron Sills.
Published Date - Thursday, 02 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2024 David Franklin Sparks ©.
Location:
United States
Networks:
David Franklin Sparks
Aaron Sills
Queer Dharma Library
dFRAE Media
English Audiobooks
Findaway Audiobooks
Description:
Class Has Been In Session For Over 1300 Years! When Shantideva first served these verses at Nalanda University in 8th Century India, he didn't just teach - he levitated, gagged and entire institution, and left behind a masterclass in spiritual awakening that has been slaying ever since. The Way of the Bodhisattva isn't just ancient tea - it's the ultimate guide to transforming yourself through compassion and wisdom. Now, this timeless Buddhist classic struts onto the modern stage in contemporary queer vernacular. Neither a commentary nor a paraphrase, this verse-by-verse translation maintains the profound wisdom of the original Sanskrit while expressing the teachings in the vibrant language of our culture. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to Buddhist thought, this fresh translation makes Shantideva's wisdom accessible without losing any of its transcendent fierceness. Duration - 3h 20m. Author - David Franklin Sparks. Narrator - Aaron Sills. Published Date - Thursday, 02 January 2025. Copyright - © 2024 David Franklin Sparks ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:21
Introduction: About This Title
Duration:00:02:45
Preface: Translator's Note
Duration:00:03:54
The Benefits
Duration:00:10:18
Confessions
Duration:00:11:12
Embracing It
Duration:00:04:56
Attending to It
Duration:00:10:21
Keeping Your Haus In Check
Duration:00:21:44
Patience
Duration:00:27:08
Joyous Effort
Duration:00:15:44
Mindfulness
Duration:00:34:17
Wisdom
Duration:00:32:35
Dedication
Duration:00:14:34
Footnotes
Duration:00:10:37
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:29