Commentary on the author’s introduction
Venerable Thubten Chodron 
Grounds and Paths 
Jun 30, 2011 Part of a series of teachings on the text A Brief Presentation of the Grounds and Paths of the Perfection Vehicle, Essence of the Ocean of Profound Meaning by Jetsun Lobsang Dadrin (1867-1937).
- Commentary on the author’s homage and introduction
- The meaning of Dharma practice is more than intellectual understanding and knowing concepts
- The importance of practice to bring about changes in our lives
- A brief description of the tenet systems
Grounds and Paths 05: Homage and author’s introduction (download)
Venerable Thubten Chodron
Venerable Chodron emphasizes the practical application of Buddha’s teachings in our daily lives and is especially skilled at explaining them in ways easily understood and practiced by Westerners. She is well known for her warm, humorous, and lucid teachings. She was ordained as a Buddhist nun in 1977 by Kyabje Ling Rinpoche in Dharamsala, India, and in 1986 she received bhikshuni (full) ordination in Taiwan. Read her full bio.
