In keeping with centuries-old tradition, from April 6–10, Tibetan Buddhist monks from the Drepung Loseling Monastery create and then ritually destroy an intricate sand mandala painting. On April 8, one of the monks delivers a special lecture on belonging in an increasingly globalized world.

Why Do We Need Each Other?

Lecture by Gonsa Rinpoche

with translation by Geshe Tsewang Punchok

In a changing reality, shaped particularly by social media and increasing globalization, we have become much closer and much more dependent on each other. These changes are neither inherently positive nor negative, but they represent a marked acceleration in our pace of life and range of accessibility. At the same time, our lives have become much more volatile and vulnerable, calling for an unprecedented sense of responsibility and belonging. How do we achieve this? What role can each of us play?