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Venerable Thubten Chodron Leading with a compassionate motivation
The second of three talks based on the book "Practical Ethics and Profound Emptiness." Commentary…
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Spiritual advice on practical matters
The first of three talks based on the book "Practical Ethics and Profound Emptiness." Commentary…
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Wisdom in difficult times
How Nagarjuna's advice to a leader is still relevant for leaders in modern times including,…
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The first nonvirtue of speech: Lying (part 2)
We have to observe the situations in which we tell lies. If we have done…
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Venerable Thubten Tarpa Review of serenity
Venerable Thubten Tarpa reviews the teachings on serenity, focusing on what to take as your…
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Venerable Tenzin Tsepal Review: Chapters 7-8
Venerable Tenzin Tsepal leads a review of Chapters 7 and 8, and begins going through…
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Venerable Thubten Semkye Becoming a nun
There are many ways to consider one's desire to ordain. Motivation is the most important…
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Venerable Thubten Chonyi A nun’s lifestyle
The lifestyle of a Buddhist nun or monk is based on Buddhist values of compassion,…
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Heather Mack Duchscher The heart of generosity
The preliminary practice of offering water bowls cultivates openness and generosity in the practitioner.
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