social engagement
Teachings on how to respond to contemporary social issues with a compassionate motivation and wisdom.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Respect for common American values
A reflection on the controversy around athletes' recent protests of the killings of black men.
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Supporting a suicidal person
More on how to support someone who is suicidal, in line with National Suicide Prevention…
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Suicide prevention awareness
Venerable Thubten Chodron shares resources in anticipation of suicide prevention day on September 10.
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Interview with Interfaith Voices
Interview with a Catholic nun about life as a Buddhist nun.
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Chapter 3: Verses 246-258
Nagarjuna's advice to a king on benefiting others can be used to develop generosity and…
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Ramesh Fighting miserliness
Ramesh studies in the Sravasti Abbey Friends Education distance learning program. He shares his thoughts…
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How to be a 21st Century Buddhist
The qualities and attitudes that will benefit us as we practice the Buddha's ancient teachings…
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Prison volunteer workshop
A discussion of techniques and practices to benefit incarcerated people. How to establish trust and…
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Compassion and social action
How we can increase our concern for others and put it in to action in…
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True liberty for all beings
A discussion about two emails related to Thanksgiving, one on compassion for animals, and the…
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Venerable Thubten Semkye Too precious to lose
A call for compassion for the young perpetrators of terrorist acts in France.
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Venerable Thubten Chonyi A prayer for the world
A look at the attacks in Paris in the context of violence around the world.
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