Video: Thomas Merton and Chatrul Rinpoche - Christian and Buddhist Mysticism

Ivan M. Granger November 21st, 2008

An excerpt from a documentary of Thomas Merton’s Asian travels, highlighting Merton’s meeting with Chatrul Rinpoche of the Nyingma Buddhist tradition. A meeting of Christian and Buddhist views of enlightenment.

3 Responses to “Video: Thomas Merton and Chatrul Rinpoche - Christian and Buddhist Mysticism”

  1. # Barbara Flahertyon 21 Nov 2008 at 2:46 pm

    Ivan,

    Where did this come from - the larger source. I want to see the end of it.

    I hope you are well. I send warm regards,
    Barbara

  2. # Ivan M. Grangeron 21 Nov 2008 at 3:59 pm

    Hi Barbara,

    Here is the information I found on the original YouTube listing for this video clip:

    by Jeremy Holiday through Professor Rev. Dr. James Kenneth Powell II, opensourcebuddhism.org This excellent work investigates the relationship between Trappist monk Thomas Merton and his Asian adventures, specifically the relevance of his meeting with Chatrul Rinpoche of the Nyingma Tradition. This work also reveals the Buddhist attitude towards those of other faiths who have attained some higher realization.

    You might be able to find out more at

    http://opensourcebuddhism.org/

    I hope that helps.
    Ivan

  3. # MysticSainton 19 Dec 2008 at 3:44 pm

    beautiful one.

    Just posted an article on Thomas Merton and his view on Sufi Mysticism

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