Sep 18, 2017
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Geshe Tenzin Chodrak (Dadul Namgyal) Realizing the Madhyamaka view
The value of realizing the Middle Way view and how to get clear about it.
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Conflicting views of reality
The views about reality posited by different Buddhist philosophical systems.
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How do we exist?
The ultimate view of reality and the views of Western physicians on the relationship between…
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Conventional and ultimate bodhicitta
The two methods to generate bodhicitta and the importance of practicing both method and wisdom.
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Freeing ourselves and others
How the determination to be free from cyclic existence leads to the generation of bodhicitta.
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Afflictions, mind, and the brain
Working with the afflictions and the relationship between the mind and the brain.
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The determination to be free
The importance of generating the determination to be free from cyclic existence and the steps…
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Our situation in cyclic existence
Recognizing our situation in samsara as the foundation for studying Middle Way philosophy.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron The three types of fortitude
Teaching on the three types of ways we can practice the perfection of fortitude
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Sravasti Abbey Monastics General advice for Dharma practice
Reflecting on the purpose and meaning of our precious human life and remembering the central…
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More advice for beginner meditators
Helpful advice on dealing with critical thoughts, thoughts about the past or future, balancing concentration…
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Advice for beginner meditators
A listing of teachings and videos for those new to Buddhist meditation.
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