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 Developing three kinds of compassion
A commentary on verses from Chandrakirti’s "Supplement to the Middle Way" explaining three kinds of…
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The ripening of karma
The workings of karma including what karma ripens first, definite and indefinite karma, when karma…
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The three results of karma
Thinking about the long-term results of our actions helps us pause and think before we…
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Factors that determine the weight of karma
The factors that determine the weight of karmic imprints and the experiences they bring, both…
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The general and specific characteristics of karma
How understanding karma and it's effects will help us to be more mindful of our…
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The bodhisattva ideal
A commentary on inspiring verses from Shantideva's Engaging in the Bodhisattva's Deeds. Also how the…
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Venerable Thubten Damcho Working with the afflictions review
Venerable Thubten Damcho leads a lively discussion about how to apply antidotes to the afflictions.
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Venerable Sangye Khadro Virtuous mental factors #2-6
Venerable Sangye Khadro continues her commentary on the virtuous mental factors, explaining integrity, consideration for…
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Meditation outline for “The Eight Verses of Th...
How to integrate "The Eight Verses of Thought Transformation" into our meditation.
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Sustaining a steady Dharma practice
A steady, sustained Dharma practice through good and bad times is the fuel for spiritual…
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Venerable Tenzin Tsepal Review of emotions and afflictions
Venerable Tenzin Tsepal reviews Chapter 3 sections on, "Emotions and Survival" and "Working with Afflictions."
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Object ascertaining mental factors
Venerable Sangye Khadro discusses the 5 object ascertaining mental factors, and begins explaining the 11…
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