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Relying on a spiritual teacher

By Venerable Thubten Chodron on Feb 23, 2005 in Qualities of a Spiritual Teacher
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A talk given at the Dharma Friendship Foundation in Seattle, Washington.

Qualities of teacher and student

  • Finding a spiritual teacher
  • Qualities of the teacher
  • Qualities of a disciple

Spiritual mentor 01 (download)

Cultivating the relationship

  • The importance of the relationship
  • Cultivating a good relationship
  • Appreciating the teacher’s kindness

Spiritual mentor 02 (download)

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