Introduction to Tantra with Venerable Sangye Khadro 2021 and 2023
Teachings on Tantra (Vajrayana), including its relationship with other Buddhist practices, the correct motivation, preparation for practice, and extensive topics covering emptiness. Covers two series from 2021 and 2023.
What is samsara and nirvana?
The proper foundation on which we should practice tantra and the meaning of samsara, nirvana, and other important topics from the lamrim.
View PostUnique features to tantra
The unique features of tantra as compared to the Paramitayana teachings.
View PostThe four purities and four classes of tantra
Ordinary view and ordinary grasping are obstacles to tantric practice.
View PostReceiving an initiation
What does it mean to receive a tantric initiation? Types of initiation and the qualities needed in Vajrayana masters and disciples.
View PostHow Tantra fits into the path
What distinguishes Tantra from other forms? A teaching covering this and other introductory material related to Tantra.
View PostUnique elements of Vajrayana
Some unique elements of Vajrayana, such as using method and wisdom in one consciousness.
View PostTantra practices
Deity yoga, the four complete purities of practice and imagining ourselves as a buddha.
View PostTantra initiations, empowerment
Types of tantra initiations, qualities of a vajrayana master and disciple, the five Dhyani Buddhas, and Chenrezig practice.
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