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Karma ripening
Considering the death penalty and the justice system after clemency for a man on death…
View PostMindfulness of the body
The specific characteristics of the body, the benefits of meditating on the body, and how…
View PostA commentary on “The Rose”
A Buddhist perspective on the lyrics of a popular song reveals insights on our lived…
View PostA death row attorney on her work
An attorney for a man facing execution speaks about the transformative power of the Buddha's…
View PostThe two manners of meditation
How we grasp at the four observed objects: body, feelings, mind and phenomena. The common…
View PostLearning from death
Preparing for death through our Dharma practices, and the remaining hindrances to concentration and their…
View PostHindrances to concentration
A teaching on three of the five hindrances and applying their antidotes.
View PostSix conditions for retreat
Explanation of the necessary external and internal factors to be familiar with in preparation for…
View PostPractices before serenity meditation
Explaining the practices to make the body and mind relaxed. Further details on visualization of…
View PostConcentration in Buddhist practice
An introduction to Buddhist terms and concepts for the practice of shamatha. Guided meditation on…
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