wisdom
Teachings on how to cultivate wisdom on many different levels, ranging from the wisdom that understands karma and its effects, the four truths, and how to benefit others, to the wisdom realizing the ultimate nature of reality.
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Introduction to the two truths
An introduction to the concept of the two truths and its role in Buddhist teachings…
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What ignorance is
Recognizing what ignorance is and why it is important to identify the object of negation…
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Why we need monasticism
Monastics as a bridge between the ancient teachings and the modern world.
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Self-generation and emptiness
How to imagine emptiness during self-generation practice in the Tara sadhana.
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Cultivating ultimate bodhicitta
The difference between definitive and interpretable teachings and the method for negating a gross misconception…
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The time for emptiness
The time for imparting (and receiving) the teachings on emptiness and the meaning of regarding…
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Teachings on emptiness
The type of person who is suitable to receive teachings on emptiness and the danger…
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Dismantling personal identity
Examining how our mind puts parts together through a conceptual process and see the object…
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Subtle mind and wind in tantra
What appears to the mind during meditation on emptiness in tantric practice?
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Review: Precepts of mind training
How we can apply the mind training slogans during our daily activities and interactions.
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Six types of inverted deeds
The six types of inverted deeds to avoid in practice, and the benefits of practicing…
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Thinking about emptiness
The wisdom realizing emptiness has the ability to cut the root of suffering once and…
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