Jul 25, 2018

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Pramanavarttika with Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

The particulars of the definition

The components of the definition of a reliable cognizer as being "new" and "non-deceptive."

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Pramanavarttika with Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

Dignaga and Dharmakirti’s intention

Why Dignaga and Dharmakirti establish proofs for the Buddha as a reliable cognizer being.

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Pramanavarttika with Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

Excellent causes and results of buddhahood

Dignaga's homage to the Buddha that proves why the Buddha is a reliable cognizer being.

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Pramanavarttika with Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

Dharmakirti’s “Pramanavarttika”: I...

Background on the five areas of knowledge for bodhisattvas and the eight pivotal points of…

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New to Buddhism

What is wisdom?

The Buddhist perspective of wisdom and how it contributes to cultivating love and compassion.

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Students' Insights

Dialoguing with someone who sees things differently ...

A long-time student of Buddhism uses the teachings in a conversation with "the other."

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Eight Verses of Thought Transformation

Who are you judging?

Working on our anger and our judgmental minds in order to be able to see…

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Buddhist Reasoning and Debate

Internal matter

Finishing the section on tangible objects and continuing to internal matter.

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Eight Verses of Thought Transformation

More precious than a wish-fulfilling jewel

Beginning a commentary to Geshe Langri Tangpa's “Eight Verses of Thought Transformation,” the importance of…

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