Exploring Monastic Life 2006

The history of the sangha and the precepts, different Buddhist traditions, and the benefits of ordination.

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Monk sweeping monstery grounds.
Exploring Monastic Life 2006

“The Fruits of the Homeless Life”

A sutra that describes the benefits of renouncing lay life. The background for the teachings…

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Monk sweeping monstery grounds.
Exploring Monastic Life 2006

Keeping ethical conduct

How to face hindrances with a clear and strong mind, what to practice and what…

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Monk sweeping monstery grounds.
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Keeping the mind on spiritual practice

Guarding the sense doors and living in perfect morality with introspective alertness.

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Venerable in the Abbey garden area with participants of EML 2006.
Exploring Monastic Life 2006

Benefits of ordination

The benefits of ordination include incredible accumulation of merit, freedom to dedicate life to practice,…

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