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 object of negation
The importance of correctly identifying the object of negation to refute inherent existence.
View PostRespecting the views of others
Respecting the views and ideas of others as part of the Buddhist path.
View PostRealizing things as they are
If you are looking for an elephant, you need to know what an elephant looks…
View PostThe objects of different consciousnesses
Appearing objects, observed objects, apprehended objects, and referent objects.
View PostVerse 5-2: Creating the causes
The importance of cultivating the two sides of the path, method and wisdom, just as…
View PostDeveloping insight into emptiness
The steps for developing insight into emptiness, and the difference between conceptual mind and non-conceptual…
View PostThe emptiness of inherent existence
How realizing emptiness helps to relax our mind, reduce attachment, and release anger and confusion.…
View PostReflecting on the empty nature of phenomena
The benefits of listening to teachings on emptiness, and an discussion of emptiness according to…
View PostWisdom that knows the ultimate nature
Engaging in the wisdom that has the compassion, the ability, and the skill to be…
View PostUnderstanding emptiness: Part 3
Question-and-answer session covering different types of wisdom, how wisdom overcomes ignorance, the nihilist's view, and…
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