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The Ten Great Vows by Vasubandhu

The Ten Great Vows, based on great compassion, were written by Vasubandhu in the 4th…

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Young people and a monastic sitting in a discussion circle.
Young Adults Explore Buddhism 2019

Resolving difficulties without anger

Anger is not needed to resolve a disputes. Without anger it's possible to connect and…

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How to be a 21st-century Buddhist

Venerable Thubten Chodron on how wisdom and compassion can be taught in contemporary culture.

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Buddhism and social engagement

Venerable Thubten Chodron on attaining a balance between study, meditation, and social service.

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The importance of devotion

Venerable Thubten Chodron on how to approach devotional practices in Buddhism.

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Logic and debate in Buddhism

Venerable Thubten Chodron discusses the importance of philosophical studies in Buddhism.

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Dr. Russell Kolts teaching in front of the Buddha in Chenrezig Hall.
Young Adults Explore Buddhism 2019

Exploring compassion

Dr. Russell Kolts discusses how compassion helps us work through difficulties in our own life…

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Gender equality and the future of Buddhism

Venerable Thubten Chodron discusses the importance of gender equality for Western Buddhism.

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Buddhist vs Catholic ordination

Venerable Thubten Chodron explains some of the similarities and differences between living as a Catholic…

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Why Study Buddhism?

Full ordination for Tibetan Buddhist nuns

Venerable Thubten Chodron explains some of the issues and controversies surrounding ordination for nuns.

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The need for monasteries in the West

Thubten Chodron explains how the existence of monasteries is beneficial in many ways.

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