Debate session in the courtyard. Sera Jey Monastic University, South India

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In the Gelugpa tradition debate is key to learning. Highly ritualized debate reinforces the teaching and is seen as a form of analytical meditation.

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Location: Sera Jey Monastic Universtity Bylakuppe Karnataka India
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