Articles by Maria T. Otero

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The Universal Prayer: How Money Became the World's First Shared Religion

May 3, 2010 - 2331 words | Opinion » Money

Money is a term difficult to define. It is a concept subject to deep individual interpretation. For some, money means power, to others, a way of living; some say it begets stability, and there are those who believe it is at the center of everything. In fact, I am one... Read Article »

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Money Meaning Of Money Money As Religion Capitalism New Religion Universal Religion

The Dalai Lama, Buddhism, and Tibet: Reflecting on a Half-Century of Change

April 27, 2010 - 2908 words | History » Buddhism

Throughout history, there have been several ways in which people perceive Tibet. Since it has traditionally been isolated from the world, culturally and geographically, the mystery it provokes has shaped most people’s beliefs into viewing it as a Shangri-La,... Read Article »

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Dalai Lama Tibet Buddhism China Independence Autonomous Buddhist Dharamsala Lhasa

Maria T. Otero graduated in 2010 with a concentration in International Affairs from Northeastern University in Boston, MA.