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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Venerable Thubten Chodron Meaningful Dharma practice
What makes a bad companion, the importance of respecting Dharma objects, enduring hardships for the…
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Striking at the vital point
Why deities have wrathful forms, the practice of tonglen, and our obligation to help those…
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Heather Mack Duchscher Another take on the fifth precept
A student shares how extending the fifth precept to avoid intoxicants to include wise dietary…
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Bringing harmony to the workplace
How to integrate the Dharma into our work lives by setting a good motivation, being…
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Base of pure ethics
Ethics, the basis of Dharma practice, can become tainted by the eight worldly concerns.
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Practicing Buddhism in daily life
Applying Dharma techniques whenever possible transforms the mind.
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Conditions for serenity retreat
Cultivating the conditions needed to gain shamatha. Physical posture and how to structure a meditation…
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Chapter 5: Verses 117-125
The qualities of arya bodhisattvas and the super-knowledges bodhisattvas attain to benefit others.
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Working with the mind in a structured way
An explanation of diligent study and practice of the Dharma with practical ways of working…
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Chapter 5: Verses 113-117
The qualities of a bodhisattva and a comparison of the happiness of a person who…
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Venerable Thubten Tarpa Time well spent
Reflecting on how the Exploring Monastic Life program is structured around Dharma practice.
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Volunteering to take monastic vows
Balancing study, meditation and service to the community. We can begin by taking the precepts.
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