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Chapter 3: Verses 1-3
Developing love and compassion in a reasonable way. The importance of purification and creating of…
View PostEthical conduct and benefitting sentient beings
Discussion of the concept of far-reaching ethical conduct. Keeping precepts and what to do if…
View PostBenefits of taking refuge
Taking refuge brings us closer to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.
View PostActivities of a buddha
The Buddha's activities help all sentient beings to progress on the path.
View PostThe meaning and purpose of renunciation
Examining our experiences through the lens of the Buddha's teachings will give rise to a…
View PostInspiring story
Importance of understanding karma, taking personal responsibility and transforming oneself based on practice.
View PostExplanation of the extensive offering practice
An explanation of the symbolism of the extensive offerings practice; imagining vast offerings in order…
View PostProstrations to the 35 Buddhas
How to do purification practice and how to visualize the 35 Buddhas.
View PostPurifying for refuge practice
Why purification is necessary; practices for taking refuge in spiritual mentors, the Buddhas, the Dharma,…
View PostLama Tsongkhapa Guru Yoga, Part 1
Part 1 of Venerable Thubten Chodron's explanation of the practice of Guru Yoga.
View PostOvercoming discouragement
Continuing to explore far-reaching joyous effort by looking at the three types of discouragement and…
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