Transcending: Trans Buddhist Voices
Kevin Manders · Elizabeth Marston
Oct 2019 · North Atlantic Books
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A compelling collection of the many voices and experiences of trans, genderqueer, and nonbinary Buddhists
Transcending brings together more than thirty contributors from both the Mahayana and Theravada traditions to present a vision for a truly inclusive trans Buddhist sangha in the twenty-first century. Shining a light on a new generation of Buddhist role models, this book gives voice to those who have long been marginalized within the Buddhist world and society at large. While trans, genderqueer, and nonbinary practitioners have experienced empowerment and healing through their commitment to the Buddha, dharma, and sangha, they also share their experiences of isolation, transphobia, and aggression. In this diverse collection we hear the firsthand accounts, thoughts, and reflections of trans Buddhists from a variety of different lineages in an open invitation for all Buddhists to bring the issue of gender identity into the sangha, into the discourse, and onto the cushion. Only by doing so can we develop insight into our circumstances and grasp our true, essential nature.
Transcending brings together more than thirty contributors from both the Mahayana and Theravada traditions to present a vision for a truly inclusive trans Buddhist sangha in the twenty-first century. Shining a light on a new generation of Buddhist role models, this book gives voice to those who have long been marginalized within the Buddhist world and society at large. While trans, genderqueer, and nonbinary practitioners have experienced empowerment and healing through their commitment to the Buddha, dharma, and sangha, they also share their experiences of isolation, transphobia, and aggression. In this diverse collection we hear the firsthand accounts, thoughts, and reflections of trans Buddhists from a variety of different lineages in an open invitation for all Buddhists to bring the issue of gender identity into the sangha, into the discourse, and onto the cushion. Only by doing so can we develop insight into our circumstances and grasp our true, essential nature.
A compelling collection of the many voices and experiences of trans, genderqueer, and nonbinary Buddhists
Transcending brings together more than thirty contributors from both the Mahayana and Theravada traditions to present a vision for a truly inclusive trans Buddhist sangha in the twenty-firs...
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About the author
Kevin Manders was a queer trans Buddhist, author, and addictions and mental health worker based in Vancouver, British Columbia. He was deeply engaged with dharma practice, social justice, queer and trans communities, disability justice, and anti-racist work.
Elizabeth Marston is a trans writer, hacker, anarcho-communist, and Buddhist. She holds a master’s degree in philosophy (with study concentrated on ethics and political philosophy).
Elizabeth Marston is a trans writer, hacker, anarcho-communist, and Buddhist. She holds a master’s degree in philosophy (with study concentrated on ethics and political philosophy).
Kevin Manders was a queer trans Buddhist, author, and addictions and mental health worker based in Vancouver, British Columbia. He was deeply engaged with dharma practice, social justice, queer and trans communities, disability justice, and anti-racist work.
Elizabeth Marston is a trans writer, ...
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