Teachings

Teachings on the Buddhist worldview from introductory talks to comprehensive explanations of the stages of the path to awakening.

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 101: The magical horse

On the three types of joyous effort and how practicing them helps to give us…

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 100: The armor of fortitude

How to practice the fortitude of experiencing suffering, hearing harsh words and practicing the Dharma.

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Easy Path to Travel to Omniscience

The far-reaching practice of joyous effort

By developing the three types of joyous effort we will take delight in virtue, maintain…

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Teachings at Sravasti Abbey

Chapter 1: Verses 4-9

To generate wisdom a series of upper rebirths is needed. Upper rebirth requires confidence in…

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 99: The magical ritual

The surest way to vanquish the demons of our afflictions is not through magical rituals,…

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 98: The supreme treasure

How the practice of genuine generosity reaps infinite wealth in our spiritual practice.

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 97: The supreme goodness

How taming the mind is the best way for us to be of benefit to…

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Easy Path to Travel to Omniscience

The far-reaching practice of fortitude

The three types of fortitude that help to transform how we view hardships and overcome…

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 96: Do not do unto others

How we often go against the golden rule by inflicting the harm we have received…

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Teachings at Sravasti Abbey

Chapter 1: Verses 2-3

Because a series of good rebirths provides the foundation for liberation and awakening, the causes…

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 95: The wisest amongst learned beings

Knowing what to practice and what to abandon on the spiritual path makes us wise.

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