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An extensive library of Tibetan Buddhist texts, meditations, and audio courses by Dr. Alexander Berzin and others.
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Interview with Geshe Lhakdor
Matt Lindén
Geshe Lhakdor shares insights into the relationship between science and Buddhism, the transformative journey from knowledge to wisdom through meditation, and his time working with His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Message to COP26
The 14th Dalai Lama
Message from His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the occasion of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP26).
A Day in the Life of a Buddhist
Dr. Alexander Berzin, Matt Lindén
A brief look at the daily life of a Buddhist practitioner.
The Life of Tsongkhapa
Dr. Alexander Berzin
A portrait of the life and deeds of one of the most famous masters of Tibetan Buddhism.
Why People Are Attracted to Buddhism
Dr. Alexander Berzin
People look to Buddhism to find methods for dealing with difficulties in their lives.
The Perfection of Concentration: Dhyanaparamita
Dr. Alexander Berzin
With far-reaching concentration, we’re able to stay perfectly focused while helping others and in all meditations for reaching enlightenment.

Interviews

Read interviews with some of the world’s most esteemed Buddhist spiritual teachers and with scholars from various related disciplines.
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Interview with Venerable Abbot President Guo Huei

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Interview with Dr. Imtiyaz Yusuf
Matt Lindén
Dr. Imtiyaz Yusuf talks about the limits of interfaith dialogue, the shared values of Buddhism and Islam, and some inspiring stories of the Prophet Muhammad.
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Interview with Sulak Sivaraksa
Matt Lindén
Ajahn Sulak Sivaraksa discusses the importance of socially engaged Buddhism, why we shouldn’t spend all of our time meditating, and how to fight oppression.

Buddhist Wisdom in Brief

Short teachings to inspire calm, compassion, wisdom and a happier mind.
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Unlocking Your Inner Buddha: Overcoming Ego & Depression #buddhistwisdom
Unlocking Your Inner Buddha: Overcoming Ego & Depression #buddhistwisdom
Give Back? You Took Too Much!
Give Back? You Took Too Much!
Five-year search for the reincarnation of his teacher ❤️ #buddhiststory
Five-year search for the reincarnation of his teacher ❤️ #buddhiststory
Everybody Wants to Be Happy
Everybody Wants to Be Happy
Discover Your True Nature: Beyond Social Conditioning #spiritualawakening
Discover Your True Nature: Beyond Social Conditioning #spiritualawakening
Buddhist Monk’s Journey: 3 Years of Walking in the Jungle 🌳 #buddhism
Buddhist Monk’s Journey: 3 Years of Walking in the Jungle 🌳 #buddhism

Buddhist Glossary

Key terms across traditions — Sanskrit, Tibetan, Pali
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Definition
Mental happiness
Of the various types of the mental factor of feeling a level of happiness, that feeling which, when it stops, one wishes to meet with it again, which accompanies the mental cognition of a limited being before attaining liberation and with which that being experiences the ripening of its own positive karmic force built up from constructive behavior.

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Historical Lessons for the Monastic Community
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Western Buddhist monastic communities should thoughtfully adapt Asian historical models to fit local culture while carefully preserving core Vinaya discipline.
Historical Lessons for Translating Buddhism
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Establishing accurate, standardized and culturally resonant Western Buddhist translations requires patient experimentation with terminology and readability, guided by the historical precedents of earlier Asian civilizations.
Historical Lessons for the Spread of Buddhism
Dr. Alexander Berzin
The transmission of Buddhism to new cultures requires creative and culturally sensitive adaptation while preserving the essential integrity of the Dharma and learning from historical successes and failures.
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