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Introduction to Tantra

Tantra initiations, empowerment

Types of tantra initiations, qualities of a vajrayana master and disciple, the five Dhyani Buddhas,…

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Introduction to Tantra

Tantra practices

Deity yoga, the four complete purities of practice and imagining ourselves as a buddha.

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Introduction to Tantra

Unique elements of Vajrayana

Some unique elements of Vajrayana, such as using method and wisdom in one consciousness.

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An Open-Hearted Life

Removing partiality

By recognizing our differences are superficial we can overcome our partiality and biases.

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Introduction to Tantra

How Tantra fits into the path

What distinguishes Tantra from other forms? A teaching covering this and other introductory material related…

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Volume 3 Samsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature

Dormant and manifest consciousnesses

Explaining dormant and manifest aspects of rigpa and subtlest clear light mind, completing the section…

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Silhouette of a tree against a setting sun.
On Cultivating Wisdom

The power of precepts

An incarcerated person considers the value of taking precepts.

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Stained glass image of One thousand-armed Chenrezig.
On Love, Compassion, and Bodhicitta

Bringing Avalokiteshvara into the circle

An incarcerated person uses his Dharma practice to quietly support the victims of crimes.

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Sunrise behind mountain and clouds, with a silhouette of trees in the foreground.
On Self-Worth

Healing past relationships

An incarcerated person finds new ways to support his Dharma practice.

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