How To Practice – Session 7
In this session, John continues in the text ‘How To Practice’ by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. John spends some time expanding on ethical discipline and speaks about the importance of finding a qualified teacher.
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How To Practice – Session 24
John Bruna continues to offer Commentary and teachings on the text ‘How To Practice’ by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This session revolves around the Heart Sutra and teachings on Emptiness.
