Teachings
Teachings on the Buddhist worldview from introductory talks to comprehensive explanations of the stages of the path to awakening.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Why study debate?
Introduction to the text with an explanation of why we would want to study debate.
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The path to awakening
An overview of the path to awakening, focusing on the three principal aspects of the…
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Motivation and choosing our path
The importance of setting a virtuous motivation before engaging in any activities to transform them…
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Venerable Thubten Chonyi The four messengers
The story of Prince Siddhartha's path from a sheltered existence inside the palace to a…
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Auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints 35-39
Teaching on the auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints associated with the ethic of benefiting others.
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Dr. Russell Kolts Defining compassion and self-compassion
Dr. Russel Kolts shares his insights on the meaning of compassion and how it can…
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Auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints 25-34
Finishing the auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints related to far-reaching fortitude and teaching on those related…
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Auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints 21-25
Teaching on the ethical restraint that support our practice of joyous effort and meditative concentration.
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Geshe Chopa Tenzin Lhadron An introduction to Tibetan Buddhist debate
Geshe Chopa Tenzin Lhadron, one of the first female Tibetan Geshes, shares her thoughts on…
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Auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints 19-20
Teaching the auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints, covering those related to the far-reaching practice of fortitude.
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Chapter 5: Verses 493-500
The final verses of Nagarjuna's "Precious Garland," summarizing his advice to all of us on…
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