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What Is Prayer in Buddhism?
Dr. Alexander Berzin, Matt Lindén
The purpose of prayer in Buddhism.
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10 Basic Buddhist Beliefs
Dr. Alexander Berzin
The main points of the Buddhist teachings.
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What Is Enlightenment?
Dr. Alexander Berzin, Matt Lindén
An introduction to enlightenment, the ultimate aim of following the Buddhist path.

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Why People Are Attracted to Buddhism
Dr. Alexander Berzin
People look to Buddhism to find methods for dealing with difficulties in their lives.
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The Purpose and Benefits of Debate
Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II
Debate in Buddhism helps us to be sure that our understanding is correct.
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The Life of Atisha
Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey

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Voidness Rather Than Emptiness
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Learn why Study Buddhism prefers the term “voidness” over “emptiness.”
Elaboration of the Special Features of Gelug
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Based strictly on logic and scriptural references, Tsongkhapa radically re-interpreted almost everything in Buddhist philosophy, revising completely the understanding of Prasangika-Madhyamaka of his day, such as its teachings on cognition theory and voidness.
Establishing Harmony within Religious Diversity
The 14th Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama looks at the major world religions, each having their own specialty. Through close contact in a globalized world, they can learn new things from each other and enrich their own traditions.

Interviews

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Interview with Geshe Dorji Damdul

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Interview with Dr. Philippe Goldin
Matt Lindén
Dr. Philippe Goldin delves into the intersection of neuroscience and Buddhist philosophy, explores what emotions really are, and discusses how compassion practices transform the brain.
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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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Ignorance According to Sautrantika & Chittamatra Followers of Scripture
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Sautrantika, as presented by Vasubandhu, and Chittamatra, as presented by Asanga, agree with Vaibhashika that ignorance is an anti-knowing mental factor that merely stupefies the mind.
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Interview with Geshe Namdak
Matt Lindén
Geshe Tenzin Namdak discusses the challenges of completing the 20-year Geshe degree, the transformative power of monastic debate, and the role of meditation in overcoming destructive emotions.
Ignorance According to Vaibhashika
Dr. Alexander Berzin
According to Vaibhashika, ignorance is an anti-knowing mental factor that merely stupefies the mind regarding the four noble truths.
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