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Samuel Grimes

Affiliation

Historical Studies

Field of study

South Asian History, Newar Buddhism
Negotiations between polarized sectarian groups regarding the interpretation of transgressive language in tantric Buddhist ritual prescriptions, particularly as represented in a 13th century Sanskrit commentary from Nepal.

Visits

Member
School of Historical Studies

Degrees

University of Virginia
Ph.D.
2022

Appointments

Fairfield University
2024
Assistant Professor
University of California, Berkeley
2022–2024
Shinjo Ito Postdoctoral Study in Buddhist Studies