To counter desire for the body, Shantideva gives us verses to pull back the veil of exaggeration to see the body’s real nature.
Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds by Indian sage Shantideva (685–763) is a well-loved guide on how to become a bodhisattva, taught extensively in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. The Dalai Lama attributes any realization of compassion and bodhicitta he has to this text.
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Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds by Indian sage Shantideva (685–763) is a well-loved guide on how to become a bodhisattva, taught extensively in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. The Dalai Lama attributes any realization of compassion and bodhicitta he has to this text.
The bodhisattva ideal
A commentary on inspiring verses from Shantideva’s Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds. Also how the Vajrayana is a branch of the Mahayana.
Cherishing others
The benefits of cherishing others and practicing fortitude. Verses 119-134 of Chapter 6 of Shantideva’s “Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds.”
Transforming hindrances and adversity
How our spiritual progress is dependent on all sentient beings. Verses 103-118 of Chapter 6 of Shantideva’s “Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds.”
Challenging the ego
How the Dharma challenges our self-centered mind. Verses 99-102 of Chapter 6 of Shantideva’s “Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds.”
Praise and reputation
Giving up attachment to praise and a good reputation. Verses 90-98 of Shantideva’s “Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds.”
Working with jealousy
Counteracting our jealous mind that resents our enemies’ good fortune. Verses 80-89 of Shantideva’s “Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds.”
Transforming anger
How to change our perspective about suffering to stop anger from arising. Verses 70-79 of Shantideva’s “Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds.”
Facing harm with fortitude
The inappropriateness of anger in response to others’ contempt and harmful actions. Verses 52-69 of Shantideva’s “Engaging in the Bodhisattva’s Deeds.”
Anger and forgiveness
A review of how the angry mind works and how our self-centeredness prevents us from forgiving others and letting go of our anger.
