Introduction to Tantra
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Introduction to Tantra with Venerable Sangye Khadro 2021 and 2023
Teachings on Tantra (Vajrayana), including its relationship with other Buddhist practices, the correct motivation, preparation for practice, and extensive topics covering emptiness. Covers two series from 2021 and 2023.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Introduction to tantra
Understanding the Vajrayana path, how it fits into the Buddhist teachings, and knowing the right…
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Unique features of tantra
Developing concentration and merit through the practice of tantra.
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Venerable Sangye Khadro What is samsara and nirvana?
The proper foundation on which we should practice tantra and the meaning of samsara, nirvana,…
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Unique features to tantra
The unique features of tantra as compared to the Paramitayana teachings.
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The four purities and four classes of tantra
Ordinary view and ordinary grasping are obstacles to tantric practice.
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Receiving an initiation
What does it mean to receive a tantric initiation? Types of initiation and the qualities…
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How Tantra fits into the path
What distinguishes Tantra from other forms? A teaching covering this and other introductory material related…
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Unique elements of Vajrayana
Some unique elements of Vajrayana, such as using method and wisdom in one consciousness.
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Tantra practices
Deity yoga, the four complete purities of practice and imagining ourselves as a buddha.
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Tantra initiations, empowerment
Types of tantra initiations, qualities of a vajrayana master and disciple, the five Dhyani Buddhas,…
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