Death and Caring for the Dying Retreat (2010)
Teachings given during the Death and Caring for the Dying Retreat at Sravasti Abbey in 2010.
Contemplating death
Venerable Thubten Chodron Ignoring the reality of death is often the norm, but there are benefits to contemplating death, and disadvantages to ignoring death.
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Death meditation
The nine-point death meditation and the importance of practicing the Dharma now as a means of preparing for death.
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Death and peace of mind
A short explanation of the Amitabha Buddha practice followed by suggestions on dealing with our own death and practicing the five forces during life.
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Five forces at time of death
What happens after we die and looking at our attachment to the body, starting to question what is ours about our bodies.
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Helping the dying
Reducing attachment to the body and examining ways we can be of benefit to those who are dying.
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