ethical conduct
Teachings on ethical conduct, a fundamental Buddhist practice that is based on avoiding harmful actions and engaging in constructive actions.
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Bhikkhu Bodhi Whatever happened to the monastic Sangha?
Examining the role of monastics in Western culture, especially as torch-bearers of the Dharma.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Guided meditation on cyclic existence
Developing the aspiration to be free by examining the sufferings we have because of various…
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Motivation for taking the eight Mahayana precepts
A description of the benefits of taking each of the eight Mahayana precepts and the…
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Living an authentic life
Overcoming afflictions enables us to stop living under their control, and to gain clarity and…
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Creating harmony with others
How cultivating transparency and humility as part of our Dharma practice can create harmonious relationships…
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Creating our experience
How better understanding the law of karma and its effects helps us create happiness in…
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Exploring karma
The meaning of karma and an examination of the many ways of describing and considering…
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Jeffrey Po - Apr 30, 2006
Jeffrey Po In conversation with Venerable Thubten Chodron
An interview on topics such as inter-religious dialogue and how humankind can be united through…
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Making life meaningful
What is the true meaning of our precious human rebirth? Remembering karma and creating the…
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Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche The root of all happiness
In his preface to "Cultivating a Compassionate Heart," Lama Zopa Rinpoche explains why practicing compassion…
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37 Practices: Verses 29-37
The perfections of concentration and wisdom, and the final verses on the practices of bodhisattvas.
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37 Practices: Verses 25-28
The first four of the six perfections. Retreatants share their experiences and growth.
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