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Venerable Thubten Chodron Review Quiz 1: Questions 1-5
Answers to the questions of the Fundamental Vehicle quiz, and a discussion on how to…
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Quiz 1: Hearer’s grounds and paths
The questions for a quiz on the Fundamental Vehicle portion of the teachings.
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The nine mental abidings
Showing how one progressively develops deeper and more subtle concentration to meditative stabilization.
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The five faults and eight antidotes
Explanation of Maitreya's teaching on cultivating serenity through overcoming the obstacles.
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Meditation and hindrances
Explanation of the meditation posture, the preliminary practices, and mandala offering. Beginning of teachings on…
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Mindfulness and introspective awareness
A teaching on the three higher trainings from subtle to gross levels. Explaining the two…
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Mahayana path introduction
An overview of the Mahayana grounds and paths, and the advantages of bodhicitta.
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Bon - Aug 27, 2011
Bon A bodhisattva’s determination
Sustaining joyous effort on others' behalf during challenging situations.
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Summary of the Fundamental Vehicle
A summary of the grounds and paths of the Fundamental Vehicle.
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The Buddha’s advice to laypeople
The purpose of institutions and the importance of showing respect for the Buddha's teachings.
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Venerable Thubten Chonyi Windows of opportunity
Learning the Dharma helps set a clear motivation, helping us to see when windows of…
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