Discover how 84000 began, why we're racing to translate over 230,000 pages of the Tibetan Buddhist canon, and how you can help preserve these teachings before they're lost.
This video tells the story of 84000's founding and our ambitious mission: translating the entire Tibetan Buddhist canon into modern languages before these ancient texts are lost forever. With only 5% of the canon currently translated, over 230,000 pages of profound Buddhist wisdom remain at risk. Learn how 84000 came together to undertake this monumental preservation effort, why this work matters urgently for future generations, and the meaningful ways everyone—from scholars to curious readers—can contribute to ensuring these teachings remain accessible for centuries to come.
Narrated by Joanna Lumley, OBE | 2020With 230,000 pages of the Buddha’s words locked within the fading Classical Tibetan language, the world is on the brink of losing access to a priceless archive of wisdom. 84000’s new video campaign, voiced by award-winning British actress Joanna Lumley, raises awareness around one of the world’s largest and oldest collections of writings. But, we need your help!
With millions confined to their homes, 84000 urges everyone to make their screen time count: With one click, spread the word and help preserve the world’s largest archive of wisdom!
Share today and #SaveWisdomNow#84000turns10
Directed by Queena Li
Produced by Blacksugar
Voiceover by Joanna Lumley (English) and Leah Dou (Chinese)
Our team is made up of academics, Dharma teachers, technology experts, translators, and practitioners working remotely from twenty-two cities around the world.
