Teachings
Teachings on the Buddhist worldview from introductory talks to comprehensive explanations of the stages of the path to awakening.
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Wheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 111-113
Examining how karma is not inherently existent, many causes and conditions the are involved to…
View PostWheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 107-111
Everything is empty of inherent existence, but karma still functions. Actions bring results because they…
View PostQualities of teacher and student
The need for cultivating a relationship with a qualified spiritual teacher and the importance of…
View PostRebirth and karma
Role of belief in rebirth and karma for practice and progress on the path.
View PostWheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 105-107
How self-grasping ignorance and all the afflictions are empty of inherent existence, are not real…
View PostWheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 102-105 (Review)
Emphasizing how when we understand emptiness correctly, we come to appreciate karma much more. Practicing…
View PostTaking refuge
The qualities of the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha as well as the many benefits of…
View PostBuddhahood
An explanation of how one progresses through the 10 grounds or bhumis, and how buddhas…
View PostBodhisattva grounds
The 10 grounds in terms of the objects of abandonment and practice, and how bodhisattvas…
View PostPath of seeing
A commentary on the bodhisattva path of seeing and the afflictions that are eliminated on…
View PostPaths of accumulation and preparation
The distinctive paths according to the three vehicles, and the importance of cultivating bodhicitta.
View PostPractitioners of great scope
How practitioners of the great scope take advantage of this precious human rebirth.
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