As part of the Commemoration Ceremony of the Second Patriarch Phap Loa at the Ngoa Van sanctuary, the launching ceremony of the Literature and Arts creation campaign themed "Truc Lam Buddhism and Ngoa Van" officially took place. This is an important cultural bridge, inviting writers and artists nationwide to join in discovering and spreading the spiritual and historical beauty of the Truc Lam Zen lineage.
Inspiring creation from the sacred heritage land
The space of Ngoa Van hermitage and towers, where Buddhist Emperor Tran Nhan Tong entered Nirvana, has long been an endless source of inspiration for poetry, painting, and music. The launch of this creation campaign aims to systematize and enrich the cultural and artistic treasure trove of the sacred mountain region, while simultaneously bringing the socially engaged ideology of the Truc Lam Zen Sect closer to the modern public.
The space of Ngoa Van Hermitage - Pagoda - where Buddhist Emperor Tran Nhan Tong entered Nirvana and attained Buddhahood
A call from the Chairman of the Vietnam Union of Literature and Arts Associations
At the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr., Musician Do Hong Quan - Chairman of the Vietnam Union of Literature and Arts Associations directly took the stage to launch the campaign. He emphasized that: Creating works on the theme of Truc Lam Buddhism is not only about recording the majestic natural beauty of Ngoa Van, but more importantly, conveying the character, wisdom, and compassionate spirit of the Patriarchs. The musician expects to receive works of high artistic value, commensurate with the stature of this Special National Relic Site.
Assoc. Prof. Dr., Musician Do Hong Quan launches the Literature and Arts creation campaign themed "Truc Lam Buddhism and Ngoa Van"
Writers and artists unanimously respond to the campaign
The event received passionate attention and support from press agencies, writers, artists, and cultural researchers nationwide.
Response from the press and media
Representing the writers, Writer and Journalist Hoang Du - Editor-in-Chief of the Literature and Arts Times delivered a passionate speech of response. He affirmed that the Times will be the mainstream information channel, accompanying authors in publishing and promoting the most outstanding works, creating a profound spread for the creation campaign within the community of writers and artists.
Writer and journalist Hoang Du - editor-in-chief of the Literature and Arts Times, representing the contest's Organizing Committee, provides information about the contest rules
Spiritual gifts from veteran writers and artists
By special affinity, the ceremony also recorded the presence of Writer Nguyen Trong Tan, who is nurturing a novel about Buddhist Emperor Tran Nhan Tong. Concurrently, Poet Le Tuan Loc presented his dedicated books as an inspiring gift to colleagues and delegates, proving the close bond between literature and the Dharma.
Poet Le Tuan Loc presents dedicated works on Buddhism to the ceremony guests
Detailed information about the creation campaign
The campaign aims for diverse participation in the art forms of novels and music.
The deadline for submitting musical works is July 30, 2026, with the award ceremony expected on August 28, 2026.
The deadline for submitting novel works is December 30, 2026, with the award ceremony expected in February 2027.
Delegates, writers, and artists taking a commemorative photo at the launching ceremony of the creation campaign
Humanistic significance and sustainable value of the contest
The creation campaign is not merely a contest, but also a journey to rediscover the heritage values hidden within the rocks and myriad clouds of Ngoa Van. The works born from this campaign will make an important contribution to educating traditions, developing spiritual cultural tourism, and enriching the national cultural identity in the new era.