wisdom

Teachings on how to cultivate wisdom on many different levels, ranging from the wisdom that understands karma and its effects, the four truths, and how to benefit others, to the wisdom realizing the ultimate nature of reality.

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Teachings by Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

The causes for lower rebirths

Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe explains how to avoid the causes of lower rebirths and how to…

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Vajrasattva New Year's Retreat 2026

Why do purification?

An introduction to the purification practice of Vajrasattva and why purification matters.

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Teachings by Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

Causes and conduct of a higher rebirth

Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe explains the causes for higher rebirths and how to conduct oneself according…

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Review: Higher training of concentration

Reviewing the highlights of chapter 6, sharing some clarifying information on the section about “Observed…

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Teachings by Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

The profundity of selflessness

Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe explains the profundity of selflessness and the faults of not correctly understanding…

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Teachings by Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe

Not commenting on the four extremes

Geshe Yeshe Thabkhe explains why the Buddha did not comment on the four extremes.

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Review: Qualities of the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha

Reviewing from the second chapter, the ten powers, Dharmakirti’s syllogisms proving the Buddha as a…

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