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Preliminary practice (ngöndro) overview
An introduction to the practices that help clear and purify our minds so that we…
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Karma and compassion: Part 1 of 2
In her discussion of what the Buddha meant by karma, Venerable Chodron talks about how…
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Buddhist education for nuns in Western countries
The ordination and education of nuns in Western countries; Sravasti Abbey as a proving ground…
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Planned parenting
Becoming a parent can be of incredible benefit by transmitting from generation to generation the…
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Advantages of bodhicitta
The two kinds of bodhisattvas, the accumulation of merit, and the need to develop wisdom…
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The weight of karmic actions
The heaviness or lightness of our karmic actions are determined by five factors. We look…
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Motivation for the Manjushri retreat
Setting the motivation for retreat, remembering the sufferings of the lower realms, and endeavoring to…
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Explanation of the Manjushri sadhana
An explanation of the Manjushri sadhana and resources for doing the retreat from afar.
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The six preparatory practices
The six practices to do to prepare the body and mind and create a conducive…
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History of the thought training teachings
The history and lineage of the thought training teachings.
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Chapter 3: Verses 10-20
How to look at our experiences of hurt or betrayal from a Dharma point of…
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Meaning and benefits of fortitude
The types of beings to help and what help should we offer to them. Understanding…
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