bodhicitta
Bodhicitta is the mind dedicated to attaining awakening for the benefit of all sentient beings. Included are explanations of bodhicitta, its advantages, and how to develop bodhicitta.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Recovering after Hurricane Wilma
Advice to a Buddhist group on developing renunciation and bodhicitta in the aftermath of Hurricane…
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When our spiritual mentors pass away
A exchange with an old friend about experiencing the deaths of spiritual teachers.
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Incarcerated people Cuddling up to the Dharma
A great task, a big love. An incarcerated person describes the power of intention in…
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In the wake of Hurricane Katrina
Advice to two Dharma students on extending compassion to those directly suffering and those distressed…
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Essentials of monastic life
The heart of ordination is to guide our mind away from negative actions and to…
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Development of the sangha
Relating our ways of being in the world to our state of mind and how…
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Seeking liberation while in prison
Lama Zopa Rinpoche comments on the karmic connection those who work with incarcerated people must…
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Developing a Dharma mind
The importance of practicing ourselves before we can help others, guarding against hypocrisy and constantly…
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Stages of the path to enlightenment
Lamrim topics and thought transformation practices within the 37 practices of bodhisattvas.
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Gyelsay Togmay Zangpo - Apr 16, 2005
Gyelsay Togmay Zangpo The 37 Practices of Bodhisattvas
Verses on developing the qualities of a bodhisattva by Gyelsay Togmay Zangpo, plus a recording…
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Answering questions from retreatants
Guided questioning on selflessness. Explaining concept of taking refuge with the three jewels. On death,…
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