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BA3Q2 Questions and Answers 2 (Chapter 3)
On July 18, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA3Q2) Rinpoche answers the questions submitted by Online Shedra students regarding stanzas 1-4 and 5-6 of the third chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 3 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 3 page.
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BA3_7-10 Dedication
On July 14, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
Here (BA3_7-10) Rinpoche gives a teaching on the last of the eight preliminaries: dedication. These are the stanzas from 7 to 10 of the third chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 3 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 3 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 3, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 123-124.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on July 20, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA3Q1 Questions and Answers 1 (Chapter 3)
On July 10, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
This is the questions and answers session BA3Q1. Here Rinpoche answers the questions submitted by Online Shedra students regarding stanzas 1 to 4 of the third chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 3 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 3 page.
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BA3_5-6 Requesting the Teachings & Requesting the Enlightened Beings to Stay
On July 3, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA3_5-6) Rinpoche explains the next two branches of accumulation practices, as given in stanzas 5 and 6 of the third chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara. These two are requesting the enlightened beings to turn the wheel of Dharma and requesting them to remain with us.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 3 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 3 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 3, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 121-123.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on July 8, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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Self Study Questions for Chapter 2
On June 30, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
This is a set of questions you can use to self assess your knowledge and understanding of the teachings and reference material relating to the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara, “Confession”. You can use these questions if you find it helpful, but it is not compulsory.
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BA2Q9 Questions and Answers 9 (Chapter 2)
On June 30, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With video BA2Q9, Rinpoche answers the questions submitted by Online Shedra students regarding stanzas 60 to 65 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
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BA3_1-4 Rejoicing
On June 26, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA3_1-4) we come to the third chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara, Taking Hold of Bodhichitta. Here Rinpoche explains stanzas 1 to 4, which cover the fifth branch of the eight accumulation practices: rejoicing. The first four branches — offerings, prostrations, refuge and confession — were discussed in chapter 2. These practices are part of the preliminaries for generating or fully adopting the bodhichitta.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 3 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 3 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 3, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 119-121.
Rinpoche is mainly using the Padmakara English translation of the Bodhicharyavatara, The Way of the Bodhisattva. Rinpoche has also referred to these two translations which are available online: http://www.kunpal.com, http://www.lotsawahouse.org/bodhicharyavatara.html.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on July 2, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA2Q8 Questions and Answers 8 (Chapter 2)
On June 25, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2Q8) Rinpoche answers some of the questions submitted by Online Shedra students, mainly regarding stanzas 54-59 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
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BA2_60-65 Power of Antidote & Power of Resolution
On June 19, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2_60-65) Rinpoche continues on the power of antidote and then finishes with the fourth and last power of purification, which is the power of resolution to not commit those negative deeds again. This teaching on stanzas 60 to 65 completes the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara, The Confession, or Purification.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 2, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 115-118.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on June 26, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA2Q7 Questions and Answers 7 (Chapter 2)
On June 18, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
Rinpoche is now back in Sikkim after his spring teaching tour. Here in this video (BA2Q7) Rinpoche answers the Online Shedra students’ questions which were submitted by June 2nd. These questions mainly concern purification and the stanzas 47-53 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
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BA2_54-59 Power of Antidote
On June 3, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
The third aspect of purification is the power of antidote, which is the topic of stanzas 54 to 59 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara explained by Rinpoche in this video (BA2_54-59).
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 2, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 112-115.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on June 9, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA2Q6 Questions and Answers 6 (Chapter 2)
On June 1, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2Q6), Rinpoche answers some questions submitted by Online Shedra students regarding stanzas 27-46 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara, and other topics.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
If you would like to volunteer in making transcripts of Rinpoche’s online teachings, or in making audio translations to your own language, please email us at shedra[at]bodhicharya.org.
BA2_47-53 Power of Support
On May 27, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2_47-53) Rinpoche gives an explanation on stanzas 47 to 53 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara. After the first one, which was regret, the second power or strength of confession and purification is the power of support or reliance.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 2, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 107-111.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on June 2, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA2Q5 Questions and Answers 5 (Chapter 2)
On May 25, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2Q5), Rinpoche answers the questions submitted by Online Shedra students regarding stanza 26, which is about the Refuge.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
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BA2_32-46 Confession, part 2
On May 18, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2_32-46) Rinpoche continues on the section of regret in the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara. In stanzas 32-46 we are vividly reminded of the uncertainty and impermanence of life and that we should act now at this very moment to purify our negative karma.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 2, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 101-107.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on May 25, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA2_27-31 Confession, part 1
On May 11, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2_27-31) we come to the section of confession, which will be continued in Rinpoche’s next teachings as well. Stanzas from 27 to 31 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara are explained in this first part.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 2, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 95-101.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on May 18, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA2Q4 Questions and Answers 4 (Chapter 2)
On May 5, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2Q4), Rinpoche again answers some of the questions submitted by the Online Shedra students regarding prostration, which was discussed in Rinpoche’s teaching on stanzas 24 and 25 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
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BA2_26 Taking Refuge
On April 28, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
(BA2_26) Here Ringu Tulku Rinpoche gives us a teaching on the stanza 26 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara. This is about taking refuge in Buddha, Dharma and Sangha.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 2, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 81-95.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on May 4, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA2_24-25 Making Prostrations
On April 21, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
With this video (BA2_24-25) Rinpoche gives a detailed explanation of stanzas 24 and 25 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara. This section is about performing prostrations or paying homage.
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 2, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 79-81.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on April 27, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
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BA2Q3 Questions and Answers 3 (Chapter 2)
On April 17, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
Here you will find Rinpoche’s answers to three questions regarding stanzas 10 to 19 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara, submitted by the Online Shedra students by April 6th. (BA2Q3)
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
If you would like to volunteer in making transcripts of Rinpoche’s online teachings, or in making audio translations to your own language, please email us at shedra[at]bodhicharya.org.
BA2_20-23 More Offerings
On April 14, 2011 in Bodhicharyavatara, Teachings
In the beginning of this video (BA2_20-23) Rinpoche first elaborates a little further on the imagined offerings discussed in the previous teaching. Then Rinpoche explains the three remaining offerings illustrated by Shantideva in stanzas 20 to 23 of the second chapter of the Bodhicharyavatara:
- the offerings made with the power of our aspirations
- the unexcelled offerings, and
- offering of melodious praise
To view the video, simply click on the image to view all the Chapter 2 videos.
If you prefer listening to the teaching in audio, use the audio player below.
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The audio as well as the audio translations in different languages and the transcript of this teaching are all available on Chapter 2 page.
We are also studying the commentary transcript on Chapter 2, which you can download here and in the Library section. Further recommended reading: the commentary book by Kunzang Pelden (Khenpo Kunpal), The Nectar of Manjushri’s Speech, p. 75-79.
You’re questions are most welcome. Please log in and leave your questions for Rinpoche as a comment below, or send them via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org. It is helpful if you can use one short paragraph and, if possible, less than 80 words. Any questions longer than that may have to be edited so please be concise. Questions will be collected from here on April 20, 2011, and included in Rinpoche’s answers video. After that date please send any questions relating to this video teaching via email to studyquestions[at]bodhicharya.org.
If you would like to volunteer in making transcripts of Rinpoche’s online teachings, or in making audio translations to your own language, please email us at shedra[at]bodhicharya.org.
