Forging the Golden Urn: The Qing Empire and the Politics of Reincarnation in Tibet (Studies of the Weatherhead East Asian Institute, Columbia University)
by Max Oidtmann
Max Oidtmann's Forging the Golden Urn investigates the Qing Empire's role in Tibetan reincarnation politics via the Golden Urn lottery. It analyzes how this system navigated religious traditions and imperial control, offering insights into the complexities of governance in 18th- and 19th-century East Asia. A key contribution to historical scholarship on Tibet and China.
About This Book
Forging the Golden Urn examines the Qing Empire's engagement with Tibetan Buddhist reincarnation practices through the lens of the Golden Urn system.
The book explores how this mechanism was employed to influence the selection of high-ranking lamas, reflecting broader imperial strategies in East Asia.
Drawing on archival sources, it highlights the political dynamics between the Qing court and Tibetan religious institutions during a pivotal era.
As part of the Studies of the Weatherhead East Asian Institute at Columbia University, the work contributes to understanding Sino-Tibetan relations.
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