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Scriptures taught by the Buddha describing the Vajrayana practice. A means to becoming a fully awakened Buddha through identity with meditational deities.

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Medicine Buddha in a painted representation of the universe.
Medicine Buddha Weeklong Retreat 2000

Guided meditation on the Medicine Buddha

A guided meditation on the Medicine Buddha sadhana practice for those who have not received…

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Thangka image of Manjushri
Manjushri

Manjushri and the three vehicles

A description of how the Manjushri practice fits within the three vehicles, some historical perspective,…

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Portrait of Bhikshuni Jampa Chokyi.
Blossoms of the Dharma

How to rely on a spiritual friend

A description of the relationship between teacher and student, and how important it is to…

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Portrait of Chi Kwang-Sunim.
Blossoms of the Dharma

The nuns in Korea

Australian-born nun in a South Korean nunnery discusses becoming a nun, a nun's life, and…

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Blossoms of the Dharma

Restoring an ancient tradition

A nun describes her experience being accepted and integrating into a Mainland Chinese community of…

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Portrait of Bhikshuni Tsultrim Palmo.
Blossoms of the Dharma

Life in Gampo Abbey—Western style

A description of the practices and commitments of the residents of Gampo Abbey.

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Group photo of Exploring Monastic Life participants and abbey community.
LR05 Precious Human Life

The fortunes of a precious human life

Examining the 10 richnesses of a precious human life and how to meditate properly on…

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Geshe Sopa smiling very happily.
LR04 Relying on a Spiritual Teacher

Relying on teachers in thought

Review of the advantages of relying and disadvantages of not relying on a teacher as…

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