"For as long as space endures and for as long as living beings remain,
Until then may I too abide to dispel the misery of the world."
- Bodhisattva Shantideva
Walking the Path Through Translation
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English–Hindi translator of Buddhist teachings and Dharma literature
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Translating since 2022
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Experience with teachings, sādhanas, sutras, prayer texts, books, and educational materials
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1,000+ pages translated, edited, and proofread
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Collaborations with Dharma Sun (Nepal), Khyentse Vision (India), Dharmaduta (India), and Simply Being (London, UK)
My journey as a translator of Buddhist teachings began in December 2022, inspired by a simple yet profound wish expressed by Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche in Nepal—that the Dharma become more accessible to Hindi-speaking audiences. Something in that aspiration resonated deeply with me. With faith in the teachings and trust in my teachers, I took up my first translation project, unaware that it would gradually become an integral part of both my practice and my life.
What began as an act of service gradually became one of the most meaningful forms of my own Dharma practice. Translation offered me a way to spend time with the teachings beyond merely reading them. It became a means of contemplating, absorbing, and integrating the Dharma into my own life. At the same time, it supported my aspiration toward right livelihood—work that feels meaningful, beneficial, and aligned with my values. Having benefited so deeply from encountering the Dharma through language, I wish to help make these profound teachings accessible through Hindi, so that anyone who understands the language can encounter them whenever the conditions are right—whether now or many years from now.
My approach to translation places strong emphasis on preserving the integrity of Dharma terminology while ensuring accessibility for contemporary Hindi readers. Whenever necessary, I consult Sanskrit and Pali sources, cross-reference established Buddhist dictionaries and resources, and carefully explore language that conveys the intended meaning without diluting the original teaching. Translation, for me, is a continual process of listening deeply to both the source text and the reader.
Looking ahead, I aspire to deepen my study of Buddhist languages and eventually translate directly from Tibetan into Hindi. I also hope to support live Dharma interpretation, making teachings more accessible to Hindi-speaking audiences. Above all, I wish to continue serving the Dharma in whatever way I can—receiving these teachings, allowing them to transform my own life, and offering them onward for the benefit of others. If I am fortunate, I hope to dedicate my life to supporting the continuity and accessibility of the Dharma through translation, study, and practice.
Translation Projects
Tara’s Triple Excellence
Dharma Sun | Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche, Nepal
Period: December 2022 - Present
Role: Hindi Translator, Editor, and Post-Production Support
Volume: Approx. 500 pages
Translation and editorial support for Tara's Triple Excellence (TTE), a comprehensive online meditation training program that guides practitioners through the Buddhist path using daily teachings, contemplations, and meditation instructions. The program was created under the auspices of Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche, a world-renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher and meditation master.
Tri-Ratna Sadhana, Long Life Prayers, and Sutras
Khyentse Vision India
Period: July 2025 - November2025
Role: Hindi Translator and Editor
Volume: Approx. 50 pages
Translation and editing of practice texts, prayers, and Buddhist sutras for Hindi-speaking practitioners.
Selected Texts:
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Tri-Ratna Sadhana
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Long Life Prayers for Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche
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The Perfection of Wisdom “Kauśika”
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The Questions of the Nāga King Sāgara
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The Sūtra on Wisdom at the Hour of Death
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The Gold Sūtra
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Teaching the Benefits of Generosity
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Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels
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The Sūtra of the Inquiry of Jayamati
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The Sūtra Teaching the Four Factors
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The Mahāsūtra “The Crest Insignia”
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The Sūtra on Reliance upon a Virtuous Spiritual Friend
Dharma Teachings
Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche
Period: September 2025 – April 2026
Role: Hindi Translator
Volume: Approx. 350 pages
Translation of selected Dharma teachings delivered by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche.
Translated Teachings:
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Vanvas (2017)
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Lotus Sutra (Delhi, 2018)
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Hinamudra (Bir, 2018)
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Prajnadhara: Way of Vipassana (Bangalore, 2020)
Me First, A Proud Little Cloud
Simply Being | James Low
Author: James Low (London)
Period: September 2024 – July 2025
Role: Hindi Translator, Editor, and Proofreader
Volume: Approx. 30 pages
Translation, editing, and proofreading of a children's book into Hindi.
Marketing the Dharma – Convention Materials
Dharmaduta | Dharamsala, India
Period: November 2025 – January 2026
Role: Hindi Translator
Volume: Approx. 150 pages
Translation of official convention materials for the Buddhist Creators Convention 2026 from English to Hindi. Hosted at Shechen Monastery in Bodhgaya, India, the convention created a space for Buddhist content creators worldwide to connect, learn from one another, and explore meaningful ways of sharing the Buddha's teachings in the digital age.