Mar 31, 2017
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Bodhisattva ethical restraints 11-18
Finishing the teaching on the root bodhisattva downfalls and the four actions that make a…
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The intention to lie
The intention to deceive is present when we lie, but it's often so subtle that…
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Bodhisattva ethical restraints 5-10
Discussion of the bodhisattva precepts in relation to modern-day ethical dilemmas.
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Chapter 5: Verses 476-479
Focusing on verses of dedication for ourselves and others in the Twenty-Verse Prayer.
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Albert Ramos I would normally have been upset
Even a small incident can give us a chance to practice compassion.
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Tears of compassion
A meditation on mindfulness brings strong feelings of compassion for others.
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The precepts for aspiring and engaging bodhicitta
The precepts for aspiring bodhicitta and beginning the explanation of the bodhisattva ethical restraints.
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Attributes of true paths: Accomplishment and irrever...
The last two attributes of true paths and encouragement to meditate on all 16 attributes.
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Chapter 5: Verses 471-475
All the beneficial things that we can dedicate and wish for all sentient beings.
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Attributes of true paths: Path and suitable
Why it's important to know that there is a path to liberation and that it…
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Attributes of true cessations: Magnificent and Freedom
Why nirvana is magnificent and definite emergence from cyclic existence.
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Aspiring bodhicitta
Finishing the teaching on the taking-and-giving meditation and continuing with the precepts of aspiring bodhicitta.
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