Spiritual Teachers

112 Articles
An Open Letter from the Network for Western Buddhist Teachers
A summary of the main points that a group of senior Western Buddhist agreed upon as a result of the presentations and discussions with His Holiness the Dalai Lama during a conference in Dharamsala, March 1993.
in Misconceptions about Buddhism
Seeing the Spiritual Teacher as a Buddha
Both the sutras and tantras instruct disciples to regard the qualities and kindness of our mentors as those of a Buddha.
in Student-Teacher Relationship
Interview with Lama Tsultrim Allione
Lama Tsultrim Allione discusses the practice of feeding your demons, the challenges of being a Buddhist parent, and pilgrimage as a Dharma practice.
in Interviews
Common Misunderstandings about Buddhism
Clarification of some of the major misunderstandings about the Buddhist teachings.
in Misconceptions about Buddhism
How I Found My Spiritual Master
Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche describes how and why he chose his teacher to be his guru.
in Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II
“Blessings” or Inspiration?
When we receive inspiration, the uplifting transformation arises dependently on many causes and conditions.
in Student-Teacher Relationship
Relation with a Spiritual Teacher in Two Lifetimes
Dr. Berzin reminisces about his relationship with his teacher, Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche, and his young reincarnation.
in Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II
My Memories of Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey
Dr. Berzin reminisces about his relationship with his teacher, Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey.
in Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey
Interview about Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche – Alan Turner
Alan Turner, Serkong Rinpoche’s “Westerner Yogi’s,” recollections of his relation with his teacher.
in Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche
Dealing with Abusive Behavior by Spiritual Teachers
Not all spiritual teachers are properly qualified. Firm action with a clear and compassionate mind is the key to dealing with situations of abuse.
in Misconceptions about Buddhism
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