Teachings
Teachings on the Buddhist worldview from introductory talks to comprehensive explanations of the stages of the path to awakening.
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Six root afflictions: Recognizing doubt
Methods for recognizing doubt and the importance of using our intelligence to investigate.
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The difference between curiosity and doubt and how both influence our practice.
View PostA kind heart as our motivation
Cultivating a kind heart as the primary motivation and purpose of our Dharma practice.
View PostSix root afflictions: Ignorance and wrong views
Our thoughts and actions influence ourselves and others.
View PostRelying on a spiritual mentor
The qualities to look for in a spiritual teacher and how to relate to a…
View PostDifferent views of selflessness
How selflessness is viewed in the four philosophical tenet schools.
View PostSix root afflictions: Ignorance
An explanation of two primary kinds of ignorance and how both cause us problems.
View PostBasis of designation
How both faith and wisdom are needed to make progress on the path and how…
View PostThe two truths: Conclusion
The debate between Tsongkhapa and Bhavaviveka and Tsongkhapa's interpretation of Chandrakirti.
View PostThe two truths: The Svatantrika view
A theatrical portrayal of Bhavaviveka elucidates the views of the Svatantrika Madhyamaka, or Middle Way…
View PostThe two truths in the Cittamatra system
Exploring the view that there's no external world, as taught in the Cittamatra system (one…
View PostThe two truths in the four schools
The similarities and differences within the four lineages of Tibetan Buddhism and how they came…
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