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A group of nuns from various religions sitting at a table, talking.
Interfaith Dialogue

“Nuns in the West I:” Interviews

Buddhist and Catholic monastics open discussion on various views.

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A photo showing an inmate back, looking at the sunset.
On Love, Compassion, and Bodhicitta

A friend in prison

Meeting something new — a friend and the Dharma.

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Orange streaks in a cloudy sky as the sun sets.
Wheel of Sharp Weapons 2004-06

Wheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 16-21

These verses consider the results of difficult relationships with spiritual mentors and trace them back…

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Orange streaks in a cloudy sky as the sun sets.
Wheel of Sharp Weapons 2004-06

Wheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 10-15

How mental suffering is a result of suffering inflicted on others, and bearing hardships that…

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Inside of a prison cell.
On Attachment

Prison of desire

Finding inner freedom by seeing our shortcomings and working to change oneself.

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Orange streaks in a cloudy sky as the sun sets.
Wheel of Sharp Weapons 2004-06

Wheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 7-10

These verses describe how well acquainted we are with our afflictions and how to begin…

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Photo of barbed wire.
Prison Dharma

Prison work

The blessings and challenges of prison outreach.

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Someone's hand holding a lotus candle with light in a dark place.
On Love, Compassion, and Bodhicitta

Love, compassion, peace

Common threads of many religious traditions including Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Buddhism.

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Shakyamuni Buddha statue in Sravasti Abbey.
Life at Sravasti Abbey

Sravasti Abbey: Tradition and innovation

Aspirations and visions behind the establishment of Sravasti Abbey.

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Orange streaks in a cloudy sky as the sun sets.
Wheel of Sharp Weapons 2004-06

Wheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 1-6

The opening verses describe the symbolism in the text, bodhisattvas and how we differ from…

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The word 'compassion' engraved into silver metal.
On Self-Worth

Having compassion for yourself

Even in a difficult environment, making changes in one's life for the better will benefit…

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Orange streaks in a cloudy sky as the sun sets.
Wheel of Sharp Weapons 2004-06

Wheel of Sharp Weapons: Introduction

An introduction to the lojong teachings and a brief overview of the Buddhist worldview as…

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