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Twenty-five special qualities to attain
Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe discusses the causes for the collection of wisdom and the arising of…
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Good teacher, good student
How our spiritual mentors benefit us and how we can recognize and repay their kindness.
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In praise of great compassion
Exploring the positive effects of compassion on ourselves and others.
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A Precious Crystal Rosary
An English translation of the original Tibetan text by the famed Mongolian master Lobsang Tayang.
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Serenity and insight in Chinese buddhism
Explaining serenity and insight as found in the Chinese Buddhist tradition, continuing the teaching from…
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Further identification of afflicted ignorance
Explanation of the observed object of ignorance.
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Always do what’s healthy for the world
Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe discusses how someone with political power can benefit the public.
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How to relate to a spiritual mentor
Different types of Dharma teachers plus qualities of a good Dharma student.
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A Dad’s Words: When Dharma and Your Kids Mix
A reflection on Dharma and the family, written by a student of Venerable Chodron's.
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Reflections on “Taking the Vinaya as Our Teacher”
In October and November of 2025, I had the great good fortune to go to…
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Practicing serenity in the Chinese tradition
Describing serenity or calm abiding found in the Chinese tradition, beginning the teaching from Chapter…
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