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 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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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”: Explori...
How Buddhism differs from theistic religions and scientific reductionism but can get along with both…
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“Approaching the Buddhist Path”: The Bud...
Examining emotions and steering the mind in a good direction. The Buddhist view of the…
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“Approaching the Buddhist Path”: The nat...
The conventional and ultimate nature of the mind. How phenomena exist in relationship to the…
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“Approaching the Buddhist Path”: Depende...
What it means to repay the kindness of others. How phenomena are empty and exist…
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“Approaching the Buddhist Path”: Designa...
Mere designation by term and concept is the subtlest meaning of dependent arising. How Dharma…
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“Approaching the Buddhist Path”: Mind tr...
The practice of transforming adversity into the path sees difficulties as opportunities to learn and…
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Twenty-first century Buddhists
Covering the Prologue by His Holiness on what it means to be a 21st Century…
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Exploring Buddhism
Teaching on Chapter One: Exploring Buddhism, looking at the relationship between Buddhism, science and other…
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A broad perspective
Finishing Chapter 1, Exploring Buddhism, focusing on the value of a broad perspective when beginning…
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What is mind?
Beginning Chapter 2 “The Buddhist View of Life” and covering the section “What Is Mind?”
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Body, mind, rebirth and self
Continuing Chapter 2 and covering the section “Body, Mind, Rebirth and Self.”
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The four truths of the aryas
Covering the sections "The Four Truths of the Aryas" and "Dependent Arising and Emptiness."
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