Covering Verses 11 – 13 of Chapter 5, discussing the perfections of generosity, ethical conduct, and fortitude

Covering Verses 11 – 13 of Chapter 5, discussing the perfections of generosity, ethical conduct, and fortitude
Buddha Shakyamuni presents to his disciple Śāriputra a detailed description of Sukhāvatī, the pure land of Amitabha.
Mental illness need not be an obstacle to practicing the Dharma.
A student reflects on the polarization of our political system.
Discussion of the non-virtues mentioned in the “Bodhisattvas’ Confession of Ethical Downfalls”. Also the need for self-acceptance in purification.
Applying emptiness to view events the events of 2020 including the pandemic. The four opponent powers of purification in the Vajrasattva practice.
Venerable Sangye Khadro continues her commentary on the bodhisattva vow, discussing numbers 11-18 of the root bodhisattva downfalls
Venerable Sangye Khadro continues her commentary on the bodhisattva vow, discussing numbers 3-10 of the root bodhisattva downfalls
Reviewing Chapter 1, discussing the four seals, three types of dukkha and emptiness.
Further explanation why Hearers and Solitary Realizers realize the emptiness of inherent existence and the reasonings supporting this position.