social engagement
Teachings on how to respond to contemporary social issues with a compassionate motivation and wisdom.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Faith leaders united against gun violence
A four-part series of talks based on shocking statistics and testimonies against gun violence in…
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Venerable Thubten Damcho Dependent arising: a universal principle
How the principle of dependent arising can be applied to all aspects of life, from…
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Victoria Thorpe - Dec 29, 2012
Victoria Thorpe The amazing effects of compassion
Compassion is more powerful than anger when working for social justice.
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A balanced mind in an election year
Cultivating equanimity towards people whose political views we disagree with.
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Should Buddhists vote?
How can we participate in shaping our society without allowing attachment and anger to arise…
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Cheri
- Jul 19, 2012
Jury duty
Going through the jury duty process with a Buddhist perspective.
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A second chance for juvenile offenders
Rejoicing in the United States Supreme Court's decision to bar life-without-parole sentences for juvenile offenders.
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Venerable Thubten Jigme Celebrating the Buddha in prison
Abbey residents attend the Buddhist group's event and interact with incarcerated people.
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Bon
- Aug 27, 2011
A bodhisattva’s determination
Sustaining joyous effort on others' behalf during challenging situations.
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An afternoon in prison
Venerable Jigme rejoices the dharma practice by group of incarcerated people.
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Zopa Herron Practicing the six perfections
Members of a Buddhist group in Spokane, Washington, practice the six far-reaching attitudes.
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Nelson Mandela
- Jun 18, 2011
Nelson Mandela’s advice
Nelson Mandela's advice for those who are facing incarceration.
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