“The one time people ask me about ethics is when scandals or controversies happen in Buddhist communities,” says Mingyur Rinpoche. But, as he notes, ethical conduct has always been central to the Buddhist path. Here he explains what it means to live a virtuous life, what a student a should look for in a teacher, what to do when serious ethics violations occur, and more.”Similar Posts
Tenzin Priyadarshi Retreat!
We are honored to be able to once again host the Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi for a day of teaching on bodhicitta this coming Saturday, June 10th. For more information and to register for this extraordinary event please click here.
Medicine Buddha Mantra
Click on the player below to hear the mantra Medicine Buddha Sadhana with Guided Meditation by Venerable Thubten Chodron
Shantideva – Verse 2
Here I shall say nothing that has not been said before, And in the art of prosody I have no skill. I therefore have no thought that this might be of benefit to others; I wrote it only to habituate my mind.
Compassion Retreat on May 27th
“True compassion brings with it the dispelling of internal tensions, a state of calmness and serenity.” – 14th Dalai Lama Join us for day of meditation and Dharma practice focused on cultivating compassion for ourselves and others. Bodhicitta (Great Compassion) is foundational to Mahayana Buddhist teachings. Though these teachings are Buddhist, they contain universal truths and…
Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo – Atisha’s Verses
Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo: Atisha’s Verses, Part 2 – Another precious teaching we encourage you to watch and put into practice.
Shantideva – Verse 15
Bodhichitta, the awakened mind, Is known in brief to have two aspects: First, aspiring, bodhichitta in intention; Then active bodhichitta, practical engagement. Shantideva, The Way of the Bodhisattva, Verse 15