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Lamrim outline: Foundation
A detailed outline of the foundation practices of the lamrim: relying on a spiritual mentor…
View PostLamrim outline: Preparatory practices
A detailed outline of the six preparatory practices to carry out before a meditation session.
View PostLamrim outline: Introduction
A detailed outline of the introduction to the gradual path (lamrim) teachings.
View PostMeditations on the lamrim
A general outline for meditation of the steps for each topic in the gradual path…
View PostLamrim outline (overview)
A general overview of the gradual path teachings with links to more specific teachings on…
View PostStages of the Path (lamrim) 1991-1994
An easy to navigate outline of the "gradual path" teachings given at Dharma Friendship Foundation.
View PostThe Mind and Life III Conference: Emotions and health
Do buddhas have emotions? Why do we feel low self-esteem and self-hatred? Finding peace through…
View PostPracticing the Buddha’s teachings
His Holiness the Dalai Lama's foreword to 'Open Heart, Clear Mind' which "conveys a clear…
View PostTaking refuge: From “Open Heart, Clear Mind...
What taking refuge means, why we go for refuge in the Three Jewels, the qualities…
View Post“Harmonia Mundi” and “Mind-Life...
The balance of Dharma practice and individual action as a means to improve our society.
View PostRefuge groups
Aimed specifically at Dharma groups, the reasons for taking refuge and how to organize and…
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