Nagarjuna's "Letter to a Friend" (2018–present)
Teachings on Nagarjuna's Letter to a Friend given during annual weeklong deity retreats at Sravasti Abbey.
Root Text
Nagarjuna's Letter to a Friend is available through Shambhala Publications.
“Letter to a Friend”: Verses 19-24 review
Venerable Thubten Chodron Commentary on verses 19 to 24 of Nagarjuna’s “Letter to a Friend.” on the perfections of joyous effort and concentration.
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“Letter to a Friend”: Verses 25-33 review
Commentary on verses about the perfections of concentration and wisdom. Also explanation of verses about giving up the eight worldly concerns.
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“Letter to a Friend”: Verses 34-39 review
Commentary on verses 34 to 39 of Nagarjuna’s “Letter to a Friend,” which are about cultivating contentment and overcoming attachment.
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“Letter to a Friend”: Verse 40 review
How we can cultivate the four immeasurables of love, compassion, joy, and equanimity, and how these will bring benefit in our relationships with others.
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