An update on the meditation pagoda constructed by the Buddhist study group at a corrections center in Washington State.
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Disagreement and conflict
Teaching on the six roots of dispute, and the principle of ‘survival of the most cooperative.’
Purpose of a monastery
A discussion on ways in which the structure of monastery life serves to transform our minds.
The fixer
There is little we can do to correct injustice in the world if our minds are out of control with deluded thoughts and emotions.
Reaching out with the Dharma
Ways in which we can put our meditations on equanimity into practice to benefit others.
Practicar, estudiar y prestar servicio
Cada uno de nosotros necesita encontrar la combinación correcta de estudio, práctica y servicio que se ajuste a nuestras vidas.
Practice, study, and offer service
Each of us needs to find the right combination of study, practice, and service that fits into our lives.
Twenty-first century Buddhists
Covering the Prologue by His Holiness on what it means to be a 21st Century Buddhist and starting the Preface, which lays out the history and purpose.
Instructions for enhancing the collection of merit
Specific ways to create merit by benefiting others with a compassionate attitude. How Nagarjuna’s advice for compassionate governing is still relevant today.
Wisdom in difficult times
How Nagarjuna’s advice to a leader is still relevant for leaders in modern times including, important qualities of leaders, social programs and prisons.