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Fundamentals of Buddhism
John Bruna teaches on the foundations of Buddhism. What does a path look like? What is the focus of Dharma? How do we engage with the three higher trainings? Listen in to this clear teaching on what it means to be a Buddhist.
Seven Point Mind Training – Point 5 – Session 2
During this session, John discusses the question, “What does it mean to be a Buddhist?” This teaching also continues the discussion of Point 5 within the Seven Point Mind Training. Point 5 is the measure of having trained the mind.
The measure of having trained the mind
In this teaching, John Bruna discusses the fifth point of the 7-point mind training. This point touches on how we measure our practice to see if it is working. Our teachings are always offered freely. If you would like to make a secure, tax-deductible donation to support the teachings,…
Thubten Jinpa: A Fearless Heart
Thubten Jinpa, translator of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, speaks at google about a fearless heart and the natural and powerful benefits of compassion.
Geshe Tashi Tsering – What Is Right Livelihood?
5 Powers – Synthesis of practice for a single lifetime
John Bruna teaches on the 5 powers that are in the Seven Point Mind Training. This is described as the synthesis of practice for a single lifetime. These powers are: The power of resolution, the power of familiarity, the white seed, the power of abandonment, and the power of prayer. If…
Mingyur Rinpoche – What is the Mind?
Mingyur Rinpoche speaks about what the mind is. What a lovely sense of humor and lightness about our minds!
Chokhor Duchen
Chokhor Duchen, one of the four great holy days of the Tibetan calendar, is today. Also known as the Festival of Turning the Wheel of Dharma, Chokhor Duchen commemorates the anniversary upon which Shakyamuni Buddha first began teaching the Dharma. For seven weeks after his enlightenment, the Buddha did not…
Shantideva Verse 35
But Joyous and Devoted thoughts Will yield abundant fruits in greater strength. Even in great trouble, Bodhisattvas Never bring forth wrong; their virtues naturally increase.