Bhutanese Monastic Body

The Bhutanese monastic body comprises monks and nuns who follow Buddhist principles, playing a vital spiritual and cultural role in Bhutan. They dedicate their lives to religious study, prayer, and meditation, preserving Bhutan’s Buddhist traditions. Monks often participate in community service, festivals, and education, serving as moral guides and custodians of spiritual knowledge. Their presence reinforces the nation’s Buddhist identity, fostering moral values, social cohesion, and cultural continuity. While they often live in monastic institutions, they also interact with society by offering counsel and participating in public life, balancing religious devotion with engagement in national affairs.