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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Aryadeva's 400 Stanzas

Chapter 5: Verses 107-114

A teaching on how to achieve long-lasting happiness followed by a commentary on how bodhisattvas…

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Exploring Monastic Life 2014

Qualities of the monastic mind

The qualities of the monastic mind and qualifications required to become a monastic.

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 48: The smelly fart

Trying to cover up our faults is a futile endeavor. Also, the sharing of a…

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Thangka image of Green Tara.
Green Tara

Oh Tara, protect us

Tara the liberator shows us how to free ourselves from the eight dangers: ignorance, anger,…

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Exploring Monastic Life 2014

Purpose of precepts

How the monks' and nuns' vows were created by the Buddha to create harmony in…

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 46: The competitor disliked by all

The negative impact we have on our relationships when we are puffed up with pride…

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Exploring Monastic Life 2014

Establishing precepts

The sometimes unusual origin stories of the monastic precepts help to explain the practical meanings,…

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Exploring Monastic Life 2014

After the Buddha awakened

Creating a solid motivation for ordaining, how the Buddha taught every type of person, and…

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 44: The powerful demon of doubt

The hindrance of doubt tending towards the wrong conclusion can completely destroy our spiritual practice.

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Gems of Wisdom

Verse 34: The most evil of all beings in the world

Those who abuse their strength and power cause tremendous suffering and waste the good karma…

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