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 
Power of prayer and familiarity
The aspirations and meditations that are beneficial at the time of death, and the signs…
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The Buddha’s first teaching
How the four noble truths are the framework in which everything happens.
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Revelatory and non-revelatory forms
Actions that reveal and do not reveal the intention of the person doing the action.
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Naturally negative versus proscribed actions
An explanations of actions that are prohibited by precepts, and actions that are destructive by…
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Four opponent powers: Remedial action
Making a realistic determination to refrain from a destructive action, and doing remedial actions.
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Four opponent powers: Determination to refrain
The importance of making a determination not to repeat a negative action, and how to…
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Four opponent powers: Regret
The difference between regret and guilt, and how important regret is in the four opponent…
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Five powers at death
The importance of having a positive state of mind at the time of death and…
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How Buddhism differs from psychology
Although there are many overlaps between Buddhism and Western psychology, they remain two distinct disciplines.
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Five powers in daily life
How prayer is used in Buddhist practice and how the power of familiarity can help…
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