bodhicitta
Bodhicitta is the mind dedicated to attaining awakening for the benefit of all sentient beings. Included are explanations of bodhicitta, its advantages, and how to develop bodhicitta.
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Compassion in troubled times
The true meaning of compassion and how developing this quality benefits ourselves and others.
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Bodhicitta
How overcoming the self-centered thought and seeing the kindness of others leads to happiness.
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Practicing serenity in the Chinese tradition
Describing serenity or calm abiding found in the Chinese tradition, beginning the teaching from Chapter…
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The bodhisattva vow in modern times
Practices to develop bodhicitta and remove obstacles to it.
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The Extraordinary Aspirations of Samantabhadra Bodhi...
Commentary on the ten aspirations and initial verses.
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Chapter 8: Verses 53-75
Examining the foulness of the body to reduce attachment that keeps us distracted.
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Chapter 8: Verses 38-53
The importance of pacifying distractions plus examining the impurity of the body.
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Reviewing the qualities of the Three Jewels
Reviewing the first chapter, focusing on the 8 qualities of each of the Three Jewels.
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