3 • An Overview of Tibetan History

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Abstract

From the legendary kings before Songtsen Gampo to the reforms of Tsongkhapa, Fazun traces the rise and fall of Buddhism in Tibet. The chapter outlines the major religious orders and closes with a sketch of Tibet’s relationship with China across the dynasties.


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Published April 15, 2026 | Language: en

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