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Teachings on the monastic code of ethical discipline and precepts as set out by the Buddha 2,500 years ago and how they are lived in the present-day context.
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Venerable Sangye Khadro 
Sravasti Abbey Monastics Praise to Weituo Pusa chant
Praise to Weituo Pusa, protector of the monastic retreat (varsa).
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Repentance chant
The repentance chant that is part of the bimonthly monastic confession ceremony.
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Incense offering chant
The incense offering that opens monastic rites in the Chinese Buddhist tradition.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Establishing the sangha in the West
Transcript of a meeting with monastics on establishing a monastic community in the West.
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Monastic Mind Motivation commentary
The importance of reconfiguring our usual mindset to align with our precepts and values.
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Living in novice precepts
An explanation of various aspects of monastic life and detailed practical advice.
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Precepts free the mind
An explanation of the lay precepts with examples of different cultural mindsets.
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Pratimoksa precepts
An explanation of the divisions of precepts and clarification of particular vows.
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Uncovering unrealistic expectations
A discussion about unrealistic expectations that can interfere with Dharma practice and ordained life.
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The spread of the Dharma
The spread of the Dharma and the effects on lineages and ordination.
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