Dharma Rising
Dec 08, 2011 · 1h 24m
Director
David CherniackOverview
The films looks through the eyes of the first generation of Western Dharma teachers at the myriad issues Buddhism faces and how it is adapting within a culture that runs on the engines of competition and greed, where many consider cruelty to be kindness and ignorance to be knowledge. But throughout its history Buddhism has adapted to new cultures with almost chameleon-like ease. So if its past is any judge, the sublime path our colonial forefathers dubbed Buddhism has begun a migration that over time will leave it, and quite possibly modernity itself, greatly transformed.
Cast of Dharma Rising
Crew of Dharma Rising
About Dharma Rising
What is Dharma Rising about?
The films looks through the eyes of the first generation of Western Dharma teachers at the myriad issues Buddhism faces and how it is adapting within a culture that runs on the engines of competition and greed, where many consider cruelty to be kindness and ignorance to be knowledge. But throughout its history Buddhism has adapted to new cultures with almost chameleon-like ease. So if its past…
When was Dharma Rising released?
Dharma Rising was released on December 8, 2011.
Where can I watch Dharma Rising?
Dharma Rising is streaming on Gaia Amazon Channel in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Dharma Rising?
Dharma Rising runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
Who directed Dharma Rising?
Dharma Rising was directed by David Cherniack.
Who is in the cast of Dharma Rising?
The cast of Dharma Rising includes Alan Wallace, Bernie Glassman, Jack Kornfield, Matthieu Ricard and Jan Willis.
Is Dharma Rising on Netflix?
No, Dharma Rising is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Gaia Amazon Channel instead.