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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Six root afflictions: Conceit and humility
Two more kinds of conceit and how they are undermined by introspective awareness and gratitude…
View PostSix root afflictions: Conceit and “I am”
Types of arrogance and how they cause problems for ourselves and others.
View PostTenet schools and selflessness
A continued explanation of selflessness according to the four philosophical tenet schools and their views…
View PostSix root afflictions: Conceit and comparing
Comparing ourselves to others leads to conceit whereas accepting ourselves is a solid foundation for…
View PostSix root afflictions: Recognizing doubt
Methods for recognizing doubt and the importance of using our intelligence to investigate.
View PostSix root afflictions: Doubt
The difference between curiosity and doubt and how both influence our practice.
View PostSix root afflictions: Ignorance and wrong views
Our thoughts and actions influence ourselves and others.
View PostRelying on a spiritual mentor
The qualities to look for in a spiritual teacher and how to relate to a…
View PostDifferent views of selflessness
How selflessness is viewed in the four philosophical tenet schools.
View PostSix root afflictions: Ignorance
An explanation of two primary kinds of ignorance and how both cause us problems.
View PostBasis of designation
How both faith and wisdom are needed to make progress on the path and how…
View PostThe two truths and Tibetan philosophy
Tsongkhapa's presentation of the two truths changed Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, emphasizing the need to strive…
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