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 A bhikshuni’s view
A brief overview of how Buddhist monastic traditions spread and adapt to new cultures.
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Sister Donald Corcoran - Sep 30, 1991
Sister Donald Corcoran A Benedictine’s view
A Catholic nun's perspective on world monastic traditions and her own spiritual journey.
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Cultivating our motivation
The three levels of motivation as a key to understanding the Buddhist path.
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The fortunes of a precious human life
Examining the 10 richnesses of a precious human life and how to meditate properly on…
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Relying on teachers in thought
Review of the advantages of relying and disadvantages of not relying on a teacher as…
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Obtaining offerings properly and setting the right p...
Further instruction on how to make offerings, and a commentary on the third preparatory practice:…
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Basic Buddhist topics
An overview of topics such as the mind, rebirth, cyclic existence, and enlightenment, as an…
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The Mind and Life III Conference: Emotions and health
Do buddhas have emotions? Why do we feel low self-esteem and self-hatred? Finding peace through…
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“Harmonia Mundi” and “Mind-Life...
The balance of Dharma practice and individual action as a means to improve our society.
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