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Venerable Thubten Chodron Precepts and distorted views
Teachings on wrong beliefs and how that can influence one to act in unrestrained ways.
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108 Verses: A bucket in a well
Comparing how we go from one birth to another repeatedly through an analogy of bucket…
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Purpose of practice
How understanding the reasons for rituals helps us during the practice.
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Afflicted views
Observing the thoughts that arise in our mind and examining if they are valid.
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108 Verses: Verses 1-6
How great compassion protects our minds from afflictions and guides us through the spiritual path.
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Living as a Western monastic
A short article that examines the hurdles in going for ordination and living as a…
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Buddha’s life and Mahayana
Reflecting on Buddha's life on Vesak Day. Qualities of a bodhisattva as an inspiration in…
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Venerable Omalpe Sobhita Thero - May 30, 2007
Venerable Omalpe Sobhita Thero The Bhikshuni Order in Theravada Sri Lanka
Relevance and importance of Bhikshunis for Buddhadharma and society.
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Benefits of taking refuge
Taking refuge brings us closer to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.
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The kindness of others
The third of three talks given at a retreat on how to cultivate compassion. Further…
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Developing compassion
The second of three talks given at a retreat on how to cultivate compassion. Learning…
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