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What Is Refuge?
Matt Lindén
Refuge provides us with a path to follow, so that we’re always heading in a good direction. No matter what happens around us, this will give us strength and meaning in life.
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What Is Prayer in Buddhism?
Dr. Alexander Berzin, Matt Lindén
The purpose of prayer in Buddhism.
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What Is a Bodhisattva?
Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II, Matt Lindén
An introduction to bodhisattvas, those who aim to become enlightened in order to benefit all sentient beings.

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Buddhist Advice on Death and Dying
The 14th Dalai Lama
Advice on how to face death and help those who are dying.
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Integrating Buddhism into Our Lives
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Guidelines for effectively applying the Buddhist teachings to our lives so that they bring about positive results.
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The Life of Tsongkhapa
Dr. Alexander Berzin
A portrait of the life and deeds of one of the most famous masters of Tibetan Buddhism.

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Renunciation: The Determination to Be Free
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Renunciation is the determination to be free from not only all forms of suffering, but also from its causes. It is based on the rational conviction that it is possible to become free of them.
Common Root Tantric Vows
Dr. Alexander Berzin
These root tantric vows give the necessary supporting context to our practice. Without them, we cannot gain attainments or realizations from tantric practice in the yogaand anuttarayoga classes.
Nyingma Monasteries: Mindrolling
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Established in 1676, Ogyen Mindrolling Monastery is the main monastery of the Nyingma Southern Treasure Text Tradition. It was founded by Terdag Lingpa Gyurme Dorje, who was both a teacher and a disciple of the Fifth Dalai Lama.

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Interview with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

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Interview with Professor Robert Thurman
Matt Lindén
Professor Robert Thurman explores the transformative potential of Buddhist philosophy, its scientific approach to understanding reality, and the relevance of the middle way in today’s polarized world.
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Interview with Lama Tsultrim Allione
Matt Lindén
Lama Tsultrim Allione discusses the practice of feeding your demons, the challenges of being a Buddhist parent, and pilgrimage as a Dharma practice.

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