Engaging in the Bodhisattva's Deeds

Shantideva's well-loved guide on how to become a bodhisattva, taught extensively in the Tibetan tradition.

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Shantideva Teachings at Sravasti Abbey

Distracted by the causes for pain

Commentary on verse 15 of Chapter 7 including the intrusive conditions and incompatible propensities that…

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Shantideva Teachings at Sravasti Abbey

Intrusive conditions and incompatible propensities

Continued explanation of the eight intrusive conditions and eight incompatible propensities that interfere with practicing…

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Shantideva Teachings at Sravasti Abbey

Taking pleasure in bad actions

Completion of the commentary on the intrusive conditions and incompatible propensities that interfere with practicing…

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Shantideva Teachings at Sravasti Abbey

Overcoming discouragement

Commentary on verses 15-22 of Chapter 7, on overcoming discouragement and developing enthusiasm to practice…

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Courage to practice

By creating the causes to overcome discouragement the results will be joyous effort to practice…

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The four powers that increase joyous effort

Commentary to verses 30-38 of Chapter 7, including the four powers that increase the strength…

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Steadfastness

Commentary on verses 46-49. How aspiration and steadfastness support and increase each other. Also the…

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Self-confidence

Commentary on verses 47-58. The role of self-confidence in progressing on the path and the…

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Joy and rest as supports for joyous effort

How to generate the strong intention to apply antidotes to the afflictions, and engage in…

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Shantideva Teachings at Sravasti Abbey

Making effort, joyfully

Commentary to verses 68-76 of Chapter 7, "Enthusiasm". How to use conscientiousness and introspection as…

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Giving up attachment

Commentary on verses 1-3 of Chapter 8, "Meditation". How attachment to the wonders of this…

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