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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The two truths and karma
The relationship of the two truths and two different ways of understanding karma.
View PostThe two truths: Questions and answers
A discussion on the two truths within the Buddhist four tenet systems.
View PostIntroduction to the two truths
An introduction to the concept of the two truths and its role in Buddhist teachings…
View PostWhat ignorance is
Recognizing what ignorance is and why it is important to identify the object of negation…
View PostWhy we need monasticism
Monastics as a bridge between the ancient teachings and the modern world.
View PostSelf-generation and emptiness
How to imagine emptiness during self-generation practice in the Tara sadhana.
View PostCultivating ultimate bodhicitta
The difference between definitive and interpretable teachings and the method for negating a gross misconception…
View PostThe time for emptiness
The time for imparting (and receiving) the teachings on emptiness and the meaning of regarding…
View PostTeachings on emptiness
The type of person who is suitable to receive teachings on emptiness and the danger…
View PostDismantling personal identity
Examining how our mind puts parts together through a conceptual process and see the object…
View PostSubtle mind and wind in tantra
What appears to the mind during meditation on emptiness in tantric practice?
View PostReview: Precepts of mind training
How we can apply the mind training slogans during our daily activities and interactions.
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