ethical conduct
Teachings on ethical conduct, a fundamental Buddhist practice that is based on avoiding harmful actions and engaging in constructive actions.
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Review of the value and intent of monastic life
Reviewing the value and intent of monastic life, from Chapter 5.
View PostThree kinds of ethical conduct
Three kinds of ethical conduct and eleven groups of people to benefit when we can.
View PostWe have the power to change
By taking responsibility for our ethical conduct, we can transform our lives and benefit others.
View PostLetting go of worldly concerns
How to overcome grasping at worldly concerns to find true happiness.
View PostKeeping a long-term perspective
It's critical that we keep a long-term motivation instead of the happiness of this life…
View PostReview of the benefits of monastic precepts
Reviewing the second half of Chapter 4, covering benefits of keeping Pratimoksha vows, avoiding intoxicants,…
View PostCultivating inner peace
How transforming our mind enables us to create peace in a chaotic world.
View PostBringing Dharma to the West in the 21st century
Questions about the function of Dharma communities and how lay people and monastics can support…
View PostHigher training in ethical conduct
Questioning why we engage in ethical conduct, and reviewing the first three sections in Chapter…
View PostBuddhist Monastic Experience
How Tibetan Buddhism can help modern people live ethically and with compassion.
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