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Venerable Thubten Chonyi Review 2 of Chapter 8: Verses 178-183
Part 2 of the second review of Chapter 8 of Aryadeva's "400 Stanzas on the…
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Venerable Thubten Tarpa Review of the six preparatory practices
The six practices to prepare the mind and body for the meditation session and create…
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Review 2 of Chapter 8: Verses 176-178
Part 1 of the second review of Chapter 8 of Aryadeva's "400 Stanzas on the…
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Qualities of the monastic mind
The qualities of the monastic mind and qualifications required to become a monastic.
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Verse 49: The parrot
Looking at how our reckless speech only comes back to trap us in trouble. We…
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Verse 48: The smelly fart
Trying to cover up our faults is a futile endeavor. Also, the sharing of a…
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Exploring monastic life Q&A
How to relate to a spiritual mentor and how to tell family and friends about…
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Elements of the monastic lifestyle
What to consider about monastic life when exploring a monastic lifestyle.
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Is this America, or a war zone?
Reflections on the riots in Ferguson, Missouri and the response by the police.
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After ordination
How the many external changes that occur after ordination lead to internal transformation of body…
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The lower realms and taking refuge
Reflecting on the possibility of lower rebirth to invigorate practice and deepen refuge. The qualities…
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Six harmonies of the sangha
Methods for leading life anchored on cooperation, unity and simplicity in monastic community.
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