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Teachings by Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

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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Buddhist Worldview

Good teacher, good student

How our spiritual mentors benefit us and how we can recognize and repay their kindness.

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Texts to Recite and Contemplate

A Precious Crystal Rosary

An English translation of the original Tibetan text by the famed Mongolian master Lobsang Tayang.

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

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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Teachings by Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

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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Buddhist Worldview

How to relate to a spiritual mentor

Different types of Dharma teachers plus qualities of a good Dharma student.

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Family and Friends

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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A Nun's Life

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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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

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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