Better than the slaughtering of animals is the sacrifice of self. Those who offer up their unwholesome desires will see the uselessness of butchering animals at the altar. Blood has no power to cleanse, but the giving up of harmful actions will make the heart whole. Better than worshipping gods is following the way of […]
Beyond the extremes of gullibility and distrust lies discernment. Beyond the extremes of laxness and rigidity lies integrity. Beyond the extremes of indifference and fanaticism lies respect. Beyond the extremes of pride and degradation lies humility. Beyond the extremes of idleness and agitation lies diligence. Beyond the extremes of cowardice and recklessness lies courage. Beyond […]
Looking at the masthead on this page, you will notice a phrase of my Teacher on the upper right-hand corner: “No Secrets — No Sides.” Because the Buddha Shakyamuni clearly stated that secret teachings are the mark of false doctrine, Tashi Norbu Rinpoche instilled in us a commitment to the open and transparent teaching of the Dharma, […]
Originally posted on Violet’s Veg*n e-Comics: We do our best to inspire people towards veganism but are very careful not to push too hard. We don’t want to frighten people away so we take the gently, gently approach with stories and colourful pictures and poems. But after watching Cowspiracy in full yesterday I…
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When a drop falls on the surface of still waters, concentric waves are formed. These waves always travel from the center toward the periphery —never in the opposite direction. Similarly, when we cultivate spirituality, we start our practice with those beings closest to us. If we can help to reduce the suffering and increase the […]
Living in the world yet not forming attachments to the dust of the world is the way of a true Dharma student. When witnessing the good action of another, encourage yourself to follow the example. Hearing of the mistaken action of another, advise yourself not to emulate it. Even though alone in a dark room, […]
Wall Street Journal Beginning May 7, the Getty Research Institute will show Buddhist artwork in the show ‘Cave Temples of Dunhuang’ By Alexandra Wolfe For six centuries, nearly 500 caves filled with troves of art sat practically untouched along China’s Silk Road. Little known outside China, they contained thousands of Buddhist sculptures and manuscripts and […]
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At all times, do not lose courage in your inner awareness; uplift yourself, while assuming a humble position in your outer demeanor. Follow the example of the life and complete liberation of previous accomplished masters. Do not blame your past karma; instead, be someone who purely and flawlessly practices the Dharma. Do not blame temporary […]
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