three baskets

Three Baskets of the Buddha’s teachings: The categorization of the Buddha’s teachings into three broad topics—Vinaya (ethical discipline), Sutra (discourses), and Abhidharma (knowledge of phenomena). (Sanskrit: Tripitaka)

A precious opportunity
How to meditate on the eight freedoms and 10 fortunes of a precious human rebirth to take advantage of it. The 16 conditions that interfere with Dharma practice
How to rely on a spiritual friend
A description of the relationship between teacher and student, and how important it is to develop a healthy relationship with a spiritual mentor.
Manjushri and the three vehicles
A description of how the Manjushri practice fits within the three vehicles, some historical perspective, and questions and answers regarding the sadhana.
Relevance of Vinaya in modern circumstances
A description of the Vinaya and the many instructions it contains on daily life, followed by thoughtful comments on full ordination for women.
Principles to be respected
A comprehensive essay on the eight garudhammas, the rules concerning bhikkhunis' conduct in their social engagement with bhikkhus.