Search results for “bhikshuni ordination”
![Portrait of Bhikshuni Wendy Finster.](https://thubtenchodron.org/wp-content/uploads/1999/12/wendy-finster-sm-feature-1.jpg)
Bringing a psychological perspective to the Dharma
A nun trained as a psychologist discusses mental health issues that may arise while studying…
View Post![Portrait of Bhikshuni Tsultrim Palmo.](https://thubtenchodron.org/wp-content/uploads/1999/12/tsultrim-palmo-sm-feature-1.jpg)
Life in Gampo Abbey—Western style
A description of the practices and commitments of the residents of Gampo Abbey.
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The history of the bhikkhuni sangha
An account of the bhikshuni lineage from the time of the Buddha and its spread…
View Post![Venerable teaching to a group of young people in Bodhgaya.](https://thubtenchodron.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/venchodron-teaching-bodhgaya-1.jpg)
Working for sentient beings
The many ways in which spiritual teachers work for the benefit of all sentient beings.
View Post![Cover of the book Preparing for Ordination.](https://thubtenchodron.org/wp-content/uploads/1996/06/book-preparing-for-ordination-feature-1.jpg)
Suggested reading
A list of recommended books about ordination, the vinaya, and monastic life.
View Post![Cover of the book Preparing for Ordination.](https://thubtenchodron.org/wp-content/uploads/1996/06/book-preparing-for-ordination-feature-1.jpg)
Writing an autobiography
Some reflections about one's past may support one's decision about ordination.
View Post![Venerable Chodron smiling.](https://thubtenchodron.org/wp-content/uploads/1996/02/VenChodronFeb2004-feature-1.jpg)
Life as Buddhist nun in the West
The challenges and lessons learned by a Western nun help to understand what it means…
View Post![Chenrezig Hall in front of bright blud sky.](https://thubtenchodron.org/wp-content/uploads/1992/07/abbey-oct14-1.jpg)
Environmental results of positive actions
Describing the results of positive karma based on the the intensity of the action, the…
View Post![A group of Buddhist and Catholic nuns visiting the Abbey.](https://thubtenchodron.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/nuns-at-the-abbey-apr06-1.jpg)
Comparing and contrasting views
A comparison of religious views to support interfaith practice.
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