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Qualities of the Three Jewels
The qualities of the Three Jewels in which we take refuge: the Buddha's enlightening influence,…
View PostQualities of a Buddha’s mind
Wisdom and compassion are the two basic qualities of a Buddha's mind.
View PostComparing and contrasting views
A comparison of religious views to support interfaith practice.
View PostA bhikshuni’s view
A brief overview of how Buddhist monastic traditions spread and adapt to new cultures.
View PostA Benedictine’s view
A Catholic nun's perspective on world monastic traditions and her own spiritual journey.
View PostA Buddha’s body and speech
Knowing about the qualities and skills of a Buddha's body and speech can aid us…
View PostObjects of refuge
Why take refuge? The meaning of refuge, the objects of refuge, and the relevance of…
View PostThe lower realms
An in-depth look at the lower realms, the causes for rebirth there, and the benefits…
View PostMeditations on impermanence and death
Explanation of the gross and subtle impermanence, and followed by detailed instruction on how to…
View PostMeditation on death
Understanding the importance of contemplating death for the Buddhist practitioner, using the nine-step meditation on…
View PostDetaching from the eight worldly concerns
Learning to counter attachment to the eight worldly concerns by examining the 10 innermost jewels…
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