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Venerable Thubten Chodron The “Brahmajala Sutta” and monastic prec...
Right behavior is a foundation to develop wisdom and great compassion. A description of three…
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The purpose of developing concentration
The importance of remembering the Buddha's qualities, observing ethical conduct, and not taking the teachings…
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Giving our virtue
How training the mind to become familiar with giving increases our generosity and the importance…
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Samsaric pleasures and developing concentration
Seeking pleasant feelings and avoiding pain are due to ignorance of the nature of self…
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The Greater Discourse on the “Lion’s Roar Sutt...
Don't waste your time practicing ascetiscism, but do develop the fortitude to practice. Making the…
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Venerable Bhikshuni Master Wu Yin - Aug 10, 2009
Venerable Bhikshuni Master Wu Yin Where is your sky?
An educator discusses how nuns can continue learning throughout their lives.
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The Buddha’s enlightenment
Learning from Buddha's example to seek the truth with no compromise and practice diligently, as…
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The benefits of community life
There is nothing wrong with enjoying the happiness of this life: it is attachment to…
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The noble search
A realistic view of monastic life; commentaries on sutras. How taking vows, engaging in ethical…
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Giving to others
Transforming our bodies into what helps others progress on the path and how to meditate…
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Unfortunate rebirths
How Buddhist teachings on lower realms differ from theistic religions, and the importance of creating…
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