Buddha-Nature

The 64 Good Qualities of a Buddha There are two types of good qualities enjoyed by all of the Buddhas. These are the 32 good qualities that come from partings and the 32 good qualities that ripen. That makes 64 good qualities mentioned here. These 32 qualities that are...

Examine the various aspects of the five Buddha-family traits (factors of Buddha-nature) in anuttarayoga tantra and their representations in terms of the five aggregates.

The samsara-builder network of positive force gives rise to a samsaric body and samsaric happiness, while the enlightenment-builder network of positive force ripens into to a Buddha Form Body and untainted bliss. There is a similar distinction with the samsara-builder and...

An explanation of the types of initiations in Tibetan Buddhism, what they involve, and their purpose.

The mechanism for how receiving an initiation prepares us for successful tantra practice.

Dr. Berzin’s presentation of the main points and the structure of “Uttaratantra” by Maitreya.

When we receive inspiration, the uplifting transformation arises dependently on many causes and conditions.

Buddha-nature encompasses a whole network of many different factors that will enable us to become a Buddha.

Everyone has the Buddha-nature factors that will enable them to reach enlightenment and become a Buddha.

The samsara-builder networks of positive force and deep awareness are involved with perpetuating our samsaric existence, while the pure builder ones bring about our attainment of liberation and enlightenment.