The Importance of Pali

Ancient History South Asian Studies Language

Core Buddhist teachings are preserved in the ancient Indian language Pali. Listen in as Aleix Ruiz-Falqués speaks about its structure, its significance, and opportunities to study it with him online.

Raj Balkaran is a scholar, online educator, and life coach. For information see rajbalkaran.com.

5/4/2022

Aleix Ruiz-FalquésShan State Buddhist University

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