Vinaya
Teachings on the monastic code of ethical discipline and precepts as set out by the Buddha 2,500 years ago and how they are lived in the present-day context.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Joyfully swimming upstream
Monastics from different traditions discussed the significance of the Vinaya and its application in a…
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Ajahn Sumedho - May 17, 2010
Ajahn Sumedho The five points
Taken from "Where We Are Now," a letter by Elders' Council of the Forest Sangha,…
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Bhikkhu Sujato Bhikkhunīs in Theravāda
Tracing the validity of bhikkhunī ordination within the Theravāda tradition, events through time and space,…
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Llundup Damcho
- May 17, 2010
“I will do it”
The Seventeenth Gyalwang Karmapa steps up to address the issue of bhikshuni full ordination in…
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Janet Gyatso
- May 17, 2010
That was then, this is now
Why the eight heavy rules on the ordination of women need to be changed.
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Buddhadharma Magazine
- Mar 4, 2010
Why we need monasticism
Monastics as a bridge between the ancient teachings and the modern world.
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Monastics go green
Monastics of different traditions discussed intersections between Buddhism and environmentalism, and how Dharma practice can…
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The seven ways to end disputes
Promoting unity, gladness, friendship and harmony in the community for our benefit. Not being difficult…
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Kassapa Discourses: Admonishment
The community is spurred by examples of people who practice well. Helping people restrain from…
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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 noble search
A realistic view of monastic life; commentaries on sutras. How taking vows, engaging in ethical…
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Buddhist education for nuns in Western countries
The ordination and education of nuns in Western countries; Sravasti Abbey as a proving ground…
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