Tibetan Buddhism
Classic teachings of Buddhism in the Tibetan lineage; contemporary takes on those teachings.
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Spiritual teachers
The qualities of spiritual teachers and benefits of relying on them plus an introduction to…
View PostTaking refuge
An extensive talk about refuge and various aspects of faith as it relates to the…
View PostReceiving an initiation
What does it mean to receive a tantric initiation? Types of initiation and the qualities…
View PostThe four purities and four classes of tantra
Ordinary view and ordinary grasping are obstacles to tantric practice.
View PostUnique features to tantra
The unique features of tantra as compared to the Paramitayana teachings.
View PostWhat is samsara and nirvana?
The proper foundation on which we should practice tantra and the meaning of samsara, nirvana,…
View PostThe eight worldly concerns
An outline of the eight worldly concerns, what happens at death and the three unfortunate…
View PostDeath and impermanence
An explanation of the samsaric realms and Buddhist cosmology, plus discussion on impermanence and the…
View PostMaking offerings and precious human rebirth
Altar offerings and expanded teaching on precious human rebirth.
View PostPreparing for lamrim meditation
How to prepare for lamrim meditation and meditation on precious human rebirth.
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