The fourth volume of Aspects of Mongolian Buddhism presents a captivating exploration of the intricate relationship between humans and the environment. The timeless concept of natura et cultura serves as a vital framework, anchoring the majority of the thought-provoking papers featured in this collection. These studies delve into the Buddhist perspective on the delicate interplay between humans and the natural world, highlighting the profound connections to animals and plants. In alignment with our commitment to scholarly tradition, this volume showcases groundbreaking research derived from extensive investigations in both archives and field studies. Unique insights have emerged from the expertise of scholars across various disciplines within Buddhism. The articles, presented in English and Mongolian, not only enrich the academic discourse but also offer a nuanced understanding of the central theme from both etic and emic perspectives.

We invite our readers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Mongolian Buddhism and its captivating relationships with natural phenomena.

Previous volumes of the series

Aspects of Mongolian Buddhism 1. Past, Present and Future. Ed. Ágnes Birtalan – Krisztina Teleki – Zsuzsa Majer – Csaba Fahidi – Attila Rákos. Budapest, L’Harmattan 2018. 474 p. (ISBN 978-2-343-14326-2)

Aspects of Mongolian Buddhism 2. Mongolian Buddhism in Practice. Ed. Ágnes Birtalan – Krisztina Teleki ‒ Judit Béres. Budapest, L’Harmattan 2020. 458 p. (ISBN 978-2-343-20886-2)

Aspects of Mongolian Buddhism 3. Tradition and Innovation. Ed. Ágnes Birtalan – Krisztina Teleki ‒ Judit Béres. Budapest, L’Harmattan 2022. 402 p. (ISBN 978-2-14-027382-7)