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202415 minPGdoc-short

The Lesson

202415 minPGdoc-short

Fifteen minutes capture essential teachings of Kashmir Shaivism as presented by Bettina Sharada Baeumer at the Indian Institute of Advanced Study in 2016.

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Fifteen minutes capture essential teachings of Kashmir Shaivism as presented by Bettina Sharada Baeumer at the Indian Institute of Advanced Study in 2016.

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Bettina Sharada Baeumer teaches essential principles of Kashmir Shaivism at the Indian Institute of Advanced Study in Shimla. Filmmaker Amit Dutta captures these teachings in a 15-minute short film. Shot in 2016, "The Lesson" presents a concise overview of the philosophy and practices associated with this spiritual tradition. The film aims to convey the depth of Kashmir Shaivism through Baeumer's insights and teachings.

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