The Bajracharya 
Introduction to the Bajracharya Bajracharyas form a very unique married, normally non-vegetarian priest, within Nepal’s Newar community, deeply versed in the Newar Buddhist Vajrayana traditions. Also referred as Guru-ju or Gu-bhaju, these terms echo the Sanskrit ‘Guru‘, signifying a teacher or priest. Occupying the highest rank among Newar Buddhist castes, the Bajracharyas are the custodians … Read more
Kathmandu’s Hidden Tales: The Gurumapa Legend In the heart of Kathmandu’s vibrant history lies a story woven into the fabric of its culture. The city, often referenced in ancient Hindu texts, has nurtured tales passed down through generations, keeping its ancient spirit alive. Among these is the eerie yet fascinating legend of Gurumapa, a creature … Read more
The Esteemed Bajracharyas: A Newar Buddhist Legacy Among the Newar communities of Nepal, a unique class of married priests known as Bajracharyas play a pivotal role. These individuals are deeply versed in the Vajrayana practices and rituals of Newar Buddhism. Often referred to as guru-ju or gu-bhaju, terms derived from the Sanskrit word ‘guru’, they … Read more
Introduction In this article, Newar Buddhism exclusively means the Bajracharya Tradition. The distinctive feature of Newar Buddhism made it popular outside Nepal. People from other parts of the world are getting attracted to Kathmandu Valley and it is being developed as the pilgrimage center of Bajracharya Buddhism. The followers of Newar Buddhism believe in five … Read more