The Great Tang Records with Dr. Hartmann, or, Reincarnation 101

We return to the Great Tang Records this week with a special guest, Dr. Kate Hartmann, as she provides some enlightening context surrounding Xuanzang's travel blog and hot takes on what kind of buddhism is best. Join us as we learn how reincarnation actually works, and why it's better to be a human than a god when it comes to enlightenment. Join our discord community! Check out our Tumblr for even more! Support us on patreon!  Check out our merch! Socials:  Tumblr Website Twitter  Instagram Facebook Kate’s Website : drkatehartmann.com **Citations & References: ** Introduction to Chinese Buddhism Video** What is Buddhism Video Who was the Buddha Video Buddhist meditation explained Video Xuanzang by CoolHistoryBros Video Hartmann, C. (2023), Karmic Opacity and Ethical Formation in a Tibetan Pilgrim's Diary. J Relig Eth. https://doi.org/10.1111/jore.12435 Gyatso, Janet. “One Plus One Makes Three: Buddhist Gender, Monasticism, and the Law of the Non-Excluded Middle.” History of Religions 43, no. 2 (2003): 89–115. https://doi.org/10.1086/423006.