social engagement
Teachings on how to respond to contemporary social issues with a compassionate motivation and wisdom.
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Reverend Kalen McAllister A secret Zen master
An incarcerated person recounts a story of tender kindness not likely for a gang member.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Making life meaningful in prison
Sravasti Abbey reaches those in prison by offering teachings on DVD to prison libraries.
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Bhikkhu Bodhi The challenge of the future
Does Western Buddhism need a monastic sangha? If so, what should their role be? What…
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Robert Sachs - Jul 3, 2008
Robert Sachs How to live in modern times
A Buddhist perspective on contemporary issues ranging from fundamentalism to the environment.
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The importance of Buddhist monasticism in the West
The role of Buddhist monastics, monastic centers, how Western monasticism differs from Eastern monasticism, and…
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Venerable Thubten Semkye Good practices: Ancient and emerging
How monastic communities are incorporating green practices into their daily living.
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Bhikkhu Sujato Dark matter
Examining the complexity of the issue of bhikkhuni ordination: different views and lineages of the…
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Principles to be respected
A comprehensive essay on the eight garudhammas, the rules concerning bhikkhunis' conduct in their social…
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Living a balanced life and making wise choices
Practical advice on how to live a balanced life and make wise, beneficial decisions.
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Continuation of the discussion of karma
A tragic event near the Abbey introduces understanding how what happens in daily life affects…
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The birth of Sakyadhita
Reminiscing about the pioneering conference that brought together female Buddhist practitioners from around the world.
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Geshe Kalsang Damdul
- Aug 4, 2006
Compassion and world peace
Translating compassion into social action for the benefit of ourselves, our communities and the world.
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