Stages of the Path

Lamrim teachings provide a step-by-step approach to practicing the entire path to awakening.

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Developing conviction in karma

What it means to have conviction in karma. The four principles of karma. The four…

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Gomchen Lamrim review: Refuge in the Three Jewels

A stable refuge comes from understanding the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. By strengthening our refuge…

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Gomchen Lamrim review: Two meditations on death

Using the nine-point death meditation and imagining our own death to help us lead a…

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Gomchen Lamrim review: The actual meditation session

A review of the points of the text on the meditation session, between session activities…

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Gomchen Lamrim review: The six preparatory practices

Review of teachings in this series on the six preparatory practices, looking at the activities…

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Gomchen lamrim review: How to rely on the teachings ...

A review of salient points of the first sections of the text on the qualities…

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How to take refuge in the Three Jewels

Reflecting on the distinguishing characteristics of the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha and the benefits of…

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Essence of a Human Life

Living in the joy of the Dharma

The dedication verse encourages us to turn away from the hustle and bustle of our…

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Essence of a Human Life

Putting the Dharma into practice

The importance of integrating the Dharma into everyday life, in whatever situations we encounter.

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Relying on the Dharma

How the Dharma is our only source of refuge at the time of death.

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Becoming a better person

Practical steps on how to improve our ethical conduct and be kinder to those around…

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