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The document discusses the relationship between the spiritual and temporal orders in Tibetan governance. Specifically, it examines the concept of "mchod yon" which refers to the relationship between a religious preceptor (mchod gnas) and a lay ruler or donor (yon bdag). This relationship aimed to balance both the spiritual and worldly realms of governance. It notes that the preceptor was not necessarily subordinate and could at times be considered paramount. The relationship formalized in Inner Asia between

Author

Gediminas Giedraitis

Language

EN