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Deep Dive: Dharma Rising (2011)

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Dharma Rising
Dharma Rising examines the perspectives of the first generation of Western Dharma teachers regarding the challenges Buddhism faces in a competitive and greedy culture. It discusses how concepts like cruelty being mistaken for kindness and ignorance being seen as knowledge affect the practice and understanding of Buddhism today. The film also shows the historical adaptability of Buddhism to various cultures, suggesting that its past adaptability may indicate a significant transformation in the future. The narrative positions Buddhism as a practice that has the potential to evolve alongside modernity, reflecting on the changes that may arise as it continues to migrate into new cultural contexts.

Why Watch

  • •Meet the first generation of Western Dharma teachers.
  • •Find out how Buddhism adapts to modern culture.
  • •See the historical evolution of Buddhist practices.

Did You Know

•The film was released in 2011 and has a duration of 84 minutes.
•Buddhism has historically adapted to new cultures with chameleon-like ease.
•The film discusses how many consider cruelty to be kindness in modern culture.

Perfect For

Buddhism enthusiastsCultural adaptation studiesSpiritual seekers