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Lama Live! Ep 115 with Lama Tsultrim Allione & Wendy Garling

In this powerful episode of Lama Live!, Lama Tsultrim Allione is joined by Buddhist scholar and author Wendy Garling for an illuminating discussion about women in Buddhism, particularly focusing on the often-overlooked female figures in the Buddha's life. The conversation begins with a moving meditation addressing current global challenges, including the California fires and the earthquake in Tibet. Garling, author of "The Woman Who Raised the Buddha" and "Stars at Dawn," shares fascinating insights about the Buddha's relationships with women, from his birth mother Maya to his adoptive mother Mahaprajapati, and various other significant female figures including courtesans and lay practitioners. The discussion reveals how the sacred feminine played a crucial role throughout the Buddha's life, from his birth under the Sal tree to his enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. Garling challenges traditional narratives about the Buddha's supposed reluctance to ordain women, offering a fresh perspective backed by historical research. This episode provides a rich exploration of Buddhism's early history and the vital role of women in establishing and preserving the dharma. Key Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening and Introduction 3:54 - Guided Tonglen Meditation for California fires, Tibet earthquake victims, and Tibetan children in boarding schools 26:09 - Introduction of Wendy Garling and her research on women in Buddha's life 27:22 - Discussion of Buddha's pledge to spread Dharma equally to four groups: monastic women, monastic men, lay women, and lay men 33:59 - Story of Khujjuttara - from dishonest servant to respected Dharma teacher, remembered for perfect memory comparable to Ananda 39:24 - Story of Visakha - influential lay woman who used her wealth to support the sangha and advised on practical needs of nuns 44:08 - Exploration of women's quarters vs harems, Buddha's upbringing among women, and sacred role of courtesans 52:50 - The sacred transformation of the harem women before Buddha's departure 1:14:15 - Discussion of Buddha's supposed resistance to ordaining women - analysis of historical context and practical considerations 1:25:51 - Preview of "Heart of Wisdom" course content focusing on sacred feminine presence throughout Buddha's life 1:30:03 - Discussion of pilgrimage sites and importance of Nepal in Buddha's life 1:32:29 - Announcement about visit from female emanation from Bhutan 1:38:28 - Merit Dedication and Closing #Buddhism #WomenInBuddhism #BuddhistHistory #TaraMandala #LamaTsultrimAllione #WendyGarling #FeminineWisdom #BuddhistWomen #Dharma #BuddhistTeachings #SacredFeminine #BuddhistScholarship #Meditation #BuddhistPractice #SpiritualityAndFeminism #BuddhistStudies #TibetanBuddhism