ethical conduct

Teachings on ethical conduct, a fundamental Buddhist practice that is based on avoiding harmful actions and engaging in constructive actions.

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Good Karma Short Retreats

Planting seeds for the life we want

The first of three talks given at a retreat based on the book, “Good Karma:…

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Gomchen Lamrim

Ethical conduct review

Venerable Thubten Tsultrim leads an interactive discussion on the bodhisattva perfection of ethical conduct.

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How Rebirth Works

Mind and rebirth

Using reasoning to establish confidence in the continuity of the mind and rebirth. How to…

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Venerable Chodron gives out mani pills to a couple at Buddhist Gem Fellowship.
Buddhist Worldview

Letting go of the eight worldly concerns

When there is freedom from the eight worldly concerns there is room to create virtue…

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Venerable Chodron gives out mani pills to a couple at Buddhist Gem Fellowship.
Buddhist Worldview

The value and purpose of a precious human life

The purpose of Dharma practice is to bring a sense of internal peace, well being…

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Venerable Chodron gives out mani pills to a couple at Buddhist Gem Fellowship.
Buddhist Worldview

Creating the causes for a precious human life

How meditation on the value of a precious human life generates great enthusiasm for Dharma…

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Refuge in the Three Jewels

Refuge and precept discussion questions

Topics for discussion regarding taking refuge in the Three Jewels and the five lay precepts.

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Head of a statue of the Buddha.
Refuge in the Three Jewels

The healing power of the precepts

Taking precepts can act as an antidote to low self-esteem, regret, and denial, which block…

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Colorful harvest of carrots, onions and beets.
Refuge in the Three Jewels

The Fifth Precept: Diet for a Mindful Society

A fresh perspective on the fifth Buddhist lay precept - going beyond abstaining from intoxicants…

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Nun and layperson sitting together and talking.
Refuge in the Three Jewels

The Fourth Precept: Deep Listening and Loving Speech

A fresh perspective on the fourth Buddhist lay precept - speech that heals and promotes…

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Refuge in the Three Jewels

The Third Precept: Sexual Responsibility

A fresh perspective on the third Buddhist lay precept - healing ourselves and our society…

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