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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Venerable Thubten Chodron Leading with a compassionate motivation
The second of three talks based on the book "Practical Ethics and Profound Emptiness." Commentary…
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Spiritual advice on practical matters
The first of three talks based on the book "Practical Ethics and Profound Emptiness." Commentary…
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Wisdom in difficult times
How Nagarjuna's advice to a leader is still relevant for leaders in modern times including,…
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The first nonvirtue of speech: Lying (part 2)
We have to observe the situations in which we tell lies. If we have done…
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The first nonvirtue of speech: Lying (part 1)
The Buddha pointed out four types of speech that we should avoid, the first of…
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Venerable Thubten Tarpa Six conditions for serenity
Venerable Thubten Tarpa leads a review of meditative stabilization, focusing on the the six conditions…
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Chapter 7: Verses 50-58
Developing and applying self-confidence, the second factor of joyous effort. Learning from failure and not…
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Chapter 7: Verses 31-49
Overcoming the three types of laziness that oppose joyous effort. Developing aspiration and self-confidence, the…
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Kenneth Mondal The other shore
A reflection on the voyage that practitioners take, from our present state of samsara to…
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The practice of mindfulness
The differences between Buddhist mindfulness and secular mindfulness practices. The four establishments of mindfulness and…
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“Practical Ethics and Profound Emptiness”...
Commentary on Nagarjuna's "Precious Garland" covering verses that give guidance on how to attain immediate…
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Using the principles of karma to our advantage
The third of three talks given at a retreat based on the book, "Good Karma:…
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