Apr 30, 2012

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Bodhisattva Ethical Restraints

Bodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vows 36-38

The precepts regarding taking care of the sick, alleviating the suffering of others, and explaining…

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Forgiveness

Antidotes to anger

The third of three talks given at a retreat on how to practice forgiveness by…

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Forgiveness

Anger versus clarity

The second of three talks given at a retreat on how to practice forgiveness by…

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Forgiveness

Retreating from anger

The first of three talks given at a retreat on how to practice forgiveness by…

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Grounds and Paths

Bodhisattva grounds

Explanation of the 12 qualities which are used to differentiate the bodhisattva grounds and the…

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Bodhisattva Ethical Restraints

Bodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vows 34-35

The conclusion of the precepts contrary to the perfection of wisdom and the beginning of…

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Grounds and Paths

Bodhisattva grounds and paths

A detailed outline of the Mahayana grounds and paths, what is to be practiced and…

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Statue of a Buddha near Gotami House at Sravasti Abbey.
Texts to Recite and Contemplate

A glance meditation on all the important points of l...

A very brief, yet meaningful, meditation text covering the stages of the path to awakening.

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Statue of Lama Tsongkhapa.
Texts to Recite and Contemplate

The Foundation of All Good Qualities

This short text by Lama Tsongkhapa outlines the lamrim teachings in a clear and succinct…

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Bodhanath Stupa in Nepal
Making Offerings

The extensive offering practice

A beautiful text describing how to make offerings, composed by Lama Zopa Rinpoche.

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