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 Semkye Providing inner tools for young adults
An introduction to Young Adult Week 2012, stressing the importance of providing a safe space…
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Love and compassion
The difference between love and attachment, expanding our love and compassion for others, and the…
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Venerable Thubten Jigme Review Quiz 2: Questions 1-2
Review of questions 1-2 from the Mahayana grounds and paths quiz and an explanation of…
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Quiz 2: Mahayana grounds and paths
The questions for a quiz on the Mahayana grounds and paths portion of the teachings.
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Bodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vows 36-38
The precepts regarding taking care of the sick, alleviating the suffering of others, and explaining…
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Bodhisattva grounds
Explanation of the 12 qualities which are used to differentiate the bodhisattva grounds and the…
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Bodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vow 35
A continuation of the talk on the 35th auxiliary precept to avoid not going to…
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Bodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vows 34-35
The conclusion of the precepts contrary to the perfection of wisdom and the beginning of…
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Bodhisattva grounds and paths
A detailed outline of the Mahayana grounds and paths, what is to be practiced and…
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First ground of bodhisattva superiors
Explanation of the characteristics and the experience of the first bodhisattva ground.
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Bodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vows 30-33
Continuing discussion of the eight misdeeds contrary to the perfection of wisdom.
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