Volume 1 Approaching the Buddhist Path
A framework for the modern reader starting with the universal human wish for happiness and the nature of the mind.
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Approaching the Buddhist Path
Volume 1 of The Library of Wisdom and Compassion introduces material that sets the context for Buddhist practice: the universal human wish for happiness and the dynamic nature of the mind.
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Approaching the Buddhist Path: Study Guide
Approaching the Buddhist Path, Volume 1 in The Library of Wisdom and Compassion, introduces us to the Buddha’s teachings on the path to full awakening. This study guide (2nd ed.) provides points for contemplation and encourages us to implement them in our lives.
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Approaching the Buddhist Path (2018-19)
Extensive commentary given at Sravasti Abbey on Volume 1 of The Library of Wisdom and Compassion, Approaching the Buddhist Path.
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Working in the World with Wisdom and Compassion (Germany 2018)
Teachings based on Approaching the Buddhist Path given during a retreat at Semkye Ling Retreat Centre in Schneverdingen, Germany.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Approaching the Buddhist Path
An overview of and short reading from "Approaching the Buddhist Path," Volume 1 of The…
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Venerable Tenzin Tsepal Review of chapters 10 and 11
Venerable Tenzin Tsepal reviews chapters 10 and 11 from the book "Approaching the Buddhist Path."
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Venerable Thubten Samten Review of chapter 9
Venerable Thubten Samten reviews chapter 9 of the book “Approaching the Buddhist Path.”
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Venerable Thubten Lamsel Review of chapters 6 and 7
Venerable Thubten Lamsel reviews Chapters 6 and 7 of “Approaching the Buddhist Path".
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Bhikshuni Thubten Jampa Review of chapters 4 and 5
Venerable Thubten Jampa reviews chapters 4 and 5 of the book “Approaching the Buddhist Path.”
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Concluding teaching
Finishing Chapter 12 and concluding teaching “Approaching the Buddhist Path.”
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Science and gender equality
Covering the sections in Chapter 12, “Science” and “Gender Equality."
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Consumerism and the environment
Continuing Chapter 12, covering the sections "Consumerism and the Environment," "The World of Business and…
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Engaged Buddhism and political involvement
Continuing Chapter 12, covering the sections “Using Diverse Methods to Benefit Others” and “Engaged Buddhism…
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Working in the world
Beginning Chapter 12 "Working in the World," covering the sections "Good Health and Dealing with…
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Willingness to undergo hardship
Finishing Chapter 11, by covering the sections “Willingness to Undergo Hardship,” “Keeping a Happy Mind,”…
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Gradual progress and cultivating bodhicitta
Covering the sections "Gradual Progress" and "Cultivating Bodhicitta" from Chapter 11, where the Dalai Lama…
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