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Essentials
What Is Prayer in Buddhism?
Dr. Alexander Berzin, Matt Lindén
The purpose of prayer in Buddhism.
What Is Buddhist Practice?
Dr. Alexander Berzin, Matt Lindén
An introduction to the Buddhist practices that help us deal with our problems.
What Are Universal Ethics?
Geshe Dorji Damdul
Universal ethics are values that can be accepted by everyone on earth, and which lead to peace, harmony and happiness.

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Tibetan Buddhism
What Is a Disturbing Emotion?
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Disturbing emotions are those that make us lose peace of mind and self-control.
Merit: Does Happiness Need to Be Earned?
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Constructive behavior builds up positive potential (merit) on our mental continuum for experiencing happiness. But what does that mean?
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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Advanced Studies
Explanation of Actions for Training from Taking Refuge
Dr. Alexander Berzin
There are various types of actions that indicate the practical application of refuge in our daily lives and what we actually need to do in order to maintain that direction.
A Discourse on “Autocommentary to ‘A Root Text for Mahamudra’” – The Dalai Lama
The 14th Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama explains, in great depth, the essential points of the Fourth Panchen Lama’s own commentary elaborating his root text for the Gelug/Kagyu tradition of mahamudra.
Elaboration of “How Cognition of Emptiness Liberates Us”
Dr. Alexander Berzin
How cognition of voidness liberates us from uncontrollably recurring samsaric rebirth is not a simple or speedy process.

Interviews

Read interviews with some of the world’s most esteemed Buddhist spiritual teachers and with scholars from various related disciplines.

Interview with Sulak Sivaraksa

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Interview with His Eminence Dagyab Rinpoche
Matt Lindén
His Eminence Dagyab Rinpoche discusses the importance of lifelong learning, why a clear understanding of emptiness is crucial, and how to stop ourselves from impulse buying.
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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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Relating to a Spiritual Mentor in a Healthy Manner
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Insofar as a healthy relationship with a spiritual teacher is crucial for advancing on the Buddhist path, it is important to know its advantages and the nuances of how to rely on a teacher properly.
How the Prasangika Method Proves Something
Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II, Dr. Alexander Berzin
The prasanga method of debating proves something by pointing out what is obvious.
Explanation of the Six Preparatory Practices
Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey
Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey’s presentation explains the six preparatory practices to be performed before meditation sessions, including a detailed explanation of the seven-limb prayer and mandala offering.
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