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Grounds and Paths

Qualities of bodhisattva ground 7

Explanation of the qualities achieved by a bodhisattva on the seventh ground including which afflictions…

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Bodhisattva Ethical Restraints

Bodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vow 45

A detailed explanation of the 45th auxiliary precept, that of acting to stop someone who…

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Refuge in the Three Jewels

Long refuge and precepts ceremony

The ceremony for renewing refuge and the five lay precepts, good to do twice a…

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Forgiveness

Forgiving ourselves and others

How to cultivate forgiveness by first accepting our own imperfections and mistakes and extending compassion…

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Grounds and Paths

Qualities of bodhisattva grounds 4-6

The qualities and practices of grounds 4-6, as well as what is eliminated and acquired…

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Young Adults Explore Buddhism 2012

Importance of a spiritual teacher

A question-and-answer session with the young adults, covering such topics as spiritual teachers and the…

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Young Adults Explore Buddhism 2012

Karma, purification, and precepts

The four opponent powers for purifying our negative actions. How taking precepts can prevent us…

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Bodhisattva Ethical Restraints

Bodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vows 43-44

Precepts regarding not acting in accordance with the wishes of others and praising those with…

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