Buddha-Nature

A detailed analysis of how to understand the networks of “pure-builder positive force” and “pure-builder deep awareness.”

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

The Dalai Lama provides the background and context of this fundamental text on Buddha-nature and analyzes in depth its first verses.

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 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.

A transmission and commentary of “Uttaratantra” to eliminate the obscurations from our own Buddha-nature factors so that we can achieve enlightenment for the benefit of everyone.

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

Progress made on the spiritual path occurs through a combination of both linear and nonlinear models. Learn the sources of these models in the teachings and how they fit together.