

The Dance of the Judgment of the Dead, Phobjikha Valley, Bhutan, 1994
“The seated white-masked dancer, holding a prayer flag, represents a virtuous man. Standing behind him, also with a white mask, is the white god. During judgment, the white god emphasizes the good actions of the deceased, so that he might follow a peaceful path in the afterlife. To the white god’s right, in a bright red mask, is the demon, who emphasizes the wicked deeds of the deceased, hoping that he will join him in hell.” [read newsletter]
—Cynthia Caron
Bhutan/India/Sri Lanka
ICWA Fellow (1994-1996)