Vows

A question and answer with Dr. Berzin and his students about participating in a Kalachakra initiation.

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

Jhado Rinpoche’s advice on how to practice the “Kalachakra Six-Session”: with correct understanding of voidness and bodhichitta.

A deep understanding of the various components of an empowerment is important for gaining the most benefit from the experience.

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

Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II talks about the pressures of the tulku system, the differences between Buddhists in the West and his homeland of Spiti, and the importance of compassion.

Taken at the stage of developing engaged bodhichitta, if kept purely, the bodhisattva vows act as a root for attaining enlightenment.

Ngulchu Jedrung's shortened version of the six-session yoga, omitting recitation of the vows.

The development of bodhichitta progresses through various stages leading to the five types of trainings that prevent our development of bodhichitta from weakening in this life or in future lives.

Atisha introduces the three graded scopes of motivation leading to enlightenment.