Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Walter Mason Takes Us on a Spiritual Journey Through Vietnam - Adyar Bookshop Sept. 29

A Spiritual Journey Through Vietnam
Adyar Booksop
99 Bathurst St (Upstairs)
Sydney
6.30pm Free Entry
Thursday 29th September



Join Walter Mason, author of Destination Saigon, on an incredible illustrated journey through the rich spiritual life of Vietnam.
Walter will be talking about the diverse mystical traditions of the Vietnamese people, from the stark discipline of Zen Buddhist monasteries to the wild colour and controlled chaos of Cao Dai, the indigenous religion of southern Vietnam.
This is a rare opportunity to see unknown and hidden parts of this beautiful country and discover aspects of Vietnam's culture and history that you'll never discover in a travel guide.


Private shrine inside a senior Buddhist monk's room, Vietnam.




Outdoor shrine to Maitreya, the Buddha of the future, Central Vietnam.



Statue of the Earth Mother, a folk religious figure, Ho Chi Minh City.


Shrine to Kwan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, Hoai Nhon.

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