Teachings
Teachings on the Buddhist worldview from introductory talks to comprehensive explanations of the stages of the path to awakening.
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How our conditioning affects us
A reflection on how we can make decisions about a spiritual path.
View PostQualities of bodhisattva grounds 2-3
Each ground explained in terms of its qualities and the activities.
View PostBodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vows 41-43
The precepts regarding giving to those in need, working for the welfare of others, and…
View PostKey strategies for Buddhist youth leaders
Suggestions and tips to mentors of Buddhist youth for becoming better leaders.
View PostBuddhist meditation
An overview of the different types of Buddhist meditation and how they are practiced.
View PostExploring the Buddha’s teachings
Becoming aware of what cyclic existence is and developing a sincere wish to be free…
View PostBodhisattva ethical restraints: Auxiliary vows 39-41
A continuing discussion about the precepts regarding not eliminating what harms others.
View PostThe first bodhisattva ground
Continuing with the commentary on the first bodhisattva ground, the four factors or qualities which…
View PostReview Quiz 2: Questions 7-8
The demarcation of entering the Mahayana path of preparation, and at what path hearer arhats…
View PostReview Quiz 2: Questions 5-6
The Mahayana grounds and paths quiz is continued with questions 5-6.
View PostChapter 6: Verses 27-38
Refuting that causes with self-power exist and the fortitude of being indifferent to harm.
View PostChapter 6: Verses 17-26
The fortitude of enduring suffering and the fortitude of definitely thinking about emptiness and dependent…
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