Good Teacher, Good Student Retreat (2009)
Teachings on the qualities to look for in a spiritual teacher and to cultivate as qualified students, held at Sravasti Abbey from May 23-25, 2009.
Finding our spiritual guide
Venerable Thubten Chodron Why we need a spiritual mentor, the qualities to look for, and how to go about finding the spiritual mentor.
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The benefits of having a teacher
How we benefit from the great kindness of our teachers and how to cultivate the qualities of a good student, which will transform our minds…
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Qualities of the student
The qualities of a good disciple as well as the benefits and ways of serving the teacher.
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Why we need a teacher
Venerable Thubten Tarpa The reasons we need a spiritual mentor and the importance of cultivating our own motivations and qualities.
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Relying on the teacher
Venerable Thubten Chonyi What it means to rely on our spiritual mentors and the many benefits of doing so.
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