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Transcending

By: Kevin Manders - editor, Elizabeth Marston - editor
Narrated by: Essie Bartosik
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Summary

A compelling collection of the many voices and experiences of trans, genderqueer, and nonbinary Buddhists.

Transcending brings together more than 30 contributors from both the Mahayana and Theravada traditions to present a vision for a truly inclusive trans Buddhist sangha in the 21st 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.

©2019 Kevin Manders and Elizabeth Marston (P)2021 North Atlantic Books
  • Unabridged Audiobook
  • Categories: LGBTQ+
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“Hella yes! A must-read if only because this book is the first of its kind. If that isn’t enough, it is one of the most important Buddhist books from those who recognize and honor the experience of awakening through the body as a matter for true liberation.” (Zenju Earthlyn Manuel, author of The Way of Tenderness: Awakening Through Race, Sexuality, and Gender)

“Who could we be, and what could we do, if we were never separated from the reality of the true nature of ourselves which includes the inherent integrity, goodness, and wholeness within each of our unique and invaluable lives? All of these writings are answers to that question, from communities of intrinsically beautiful, worthy, and profound teachers and practitioners.” (Larry Yang, Buddhist teacher and author of Awakening Together: The Spiritual Practice of Inclusivity and Community)

“There is a luminous, vibrant, flowing, empty world beyond the dualism that fragments reality. Contributors to this book bring a Buddhist lens to the spectrum of sexual and gender orientations with brilliance, creativity and great personal courage. Their collective wisdom expands the relevance of dharma in contemporary culture by calling forth the intrinsic openness of our awakening hearts.” (Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance, True Refuge, and The RAIN of Compassion)

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