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From Violence to Transformation in Buddhism and Islam

Dr. Mohamed Ashath (Ashath Siraas)

Buddhism and Islam both teach that even the most violent people are able to transform if they repent their past actions and change their ways.
Reflecting on the Suffering in the Worse States of Samsaric Rebirth Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey In Buddhism the reflection on suffering is essential because it reveals the full extent of samsara and motivates a sincere wish for liberation.
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  Reflecting on the Suffering of Hell Beings
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  Reflecting on the Suffering of Hungry Ghosts and Animals
Facing Death Realistically Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey The lam-rim textual tradition emphasizes the importance of reflection on death at the beginning, in the middle and at the end of the spiritual path.
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  The Necessity of Being Mindful of Death and the Shortcomings of Not Doing So
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  The Benefits and Actual Method of Being Mindful of Death
Detailed Lam-rim Meditation on the Precious Human Life

Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey

The lam-rim texts provide a very detailed scheme for meditating on the precious human rebirth that includes the characteristics of such a rebirth as well as the reasons why it is so difficult to obtain.
Relating to a Spiritual Mentor in a Healthy Manner Dr. Alexander Berzin Insofar as a healthy relationship with a spiritual teacher is crucial for advancing on the Buddhist path, it is important to know its advantages and the nuances of how to rely on a teacher properly.
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  Benefits of Properly Relating to a Spiritual Mentor and Risks of Not Doing So
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  How to Relate to a Spiritual Mentor with Our Thoughts and Actions
How the Prasangika Method Proves Something

Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II, Dr. Alexander Berzin

The prasanga method of debating proves something by pointing out what is obvious.
Explanation of the Six Preparatory Practices Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey’s presentation explains the six preparatory practices to be performed before meditation sessions, including a detailed explanation of the seven-limb prayer and mandala offering.
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  Six Preparatory Practices: The First Four Practices
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  Six Preparatory Practices: The Last Two Practices
How a Spiritual Mentor Should Impart the Buddhist Teachings to Students

Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey

Explore how the traditional sources explain the proper way for spiritual mentors to teach the Dharma.
How to Study the Buddhist Teachings with a Spiritual Mentor

Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey

Learn the most effective way to study the Dharma with a teacher according to multiple traditional sources.
Strengthening Our Minds through Meditation Practice

Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II

Learn how to gain inspiration and strength from our meditation so as to bring what we learn into everyday life.
Interview with Khandro-la

Matt Lindén

Khandro Kunga Bhuma Rinpoche talks about the intersection of Buddhism and science, the profound significance of stupas, and the importance of His Holiness the Dalai Lama for the world today.
Special Features of Atisha’s “Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment”

Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey

Atisha’s “Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment” is the first text of the lam-rim genre, and it has four preeminent qualities and three distinct features.
History and Features of the Lam-rim Textual Tradition

Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey

Lam-rim textual tradition can be traced back to A Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment by Atisha, and the texts of this genre can be found in all schools of Tibetan Buddhism.
A Personal Account of the Upbringing of Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche II

Dr. Alexander Berzin

Dr. Berzin's role in the education of the reincarnation of his teacher.
Commentary on “Opening the Door to the Dharma” – Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey All the Buddha’s diverse teachings, vehicles and traditions are skillful graded methods leading different beings to the same ultimate realization of liberation and enlightenment.
Opening the Door to the Dharma

Jamyang Khyentse Chokyi Lodro

This text by Jamyang Khyentse Chokyi Lodro presents an extensive overview of the Buddha’s teachings as organized into multiple vehicles, turnings of the wheel of Dharma and lineages.
Letter to a Friend – Section 11: Concluding Encouragement to Practice Dr. Alexander Berzin
Letter to a Friend – Section 10: Rebirth by Means of the Twelve Links Dr. Alexander Berzin