Nagarjuna's Precious Garland (2015-17)

Teachings on Practical Ethics and Profound Emptiness: A Commentary on Nagarjuna's "Precious Garland".

“Precious Garland” review: Quiz 8 q...

Venerable Thubten Semkye reviews the causes for bodhicitta and the the 32 signs of a Buddha.

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“Precious Garland” review: Quiz 8 q...

Venerable Thubten Chonyi reviews the infinite merit required to attain the Buddha's bodies and the different classifications of buddha bodies.

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Chapter 5: Verses 477-484

Teaching the "Twenty-Verse Prayer," focusing on verses of aspiration and dedication for self and others.

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Chapter 5: Verses 484-489

A comical explanation of the taking-and-giving meditation and beginning to teach on the last section including closing words of advice.

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Chapter 5: Verses 488-491

Teaching on the last section of this text, 'Closing Words of Advice.' Explanation of four key practices to cultivate, and how to rely on a…

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Chapter 5: Verses 491-492

Explanation of the qualities by which one can identify a suitable spiritual mentor, and how to relate to them after establishing a teacher-student relationship.

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Chapter 5: Verses 493-500

The final verses of Nagarjuna's "Precious Garland," summarizing his advice to all of us on how to live in line with the Dharma.

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