Queering Shantideva's the Way of Bodhisattva: A Buddhist Classic Contemporary Queer Vernacular in Bloomington, MN

Class Has Been In Session For Over 1300 Years
When Shantideva first served these verses at Nalanda University in 8th Century India, he didn't just teach - he levitated, gagged and entire institution, and left behind a masterclass in spiritual awakening that has been slaying ever since.
The Way of the Bodhisattva
isn't just ancient tea - it's the ultimate guide to transforming yourself through compassion and wisdom.
Now, this timeless Buddhist classic struts onto the modern stage in contemporary queer vernacular. Neither a commentary nor a paraphrase, this verse-by-verse translation maintains the profound wisdom of the original Sanskrit while expressing the teachings in the vibrant language of our culture. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to Buddhist thought, this fresh translation makes Shantideva's wisdom accessible without losing any of its transcendent fierceness.