LYWA Multimedia: The Advantages of Monastic Life
In this multimedia title, Lama Yeshe speaks frankly about the challenges and opportunities facing Western Sangha.
Topics:
Sangha (Monks and Nuns) > Advice for Sangha
Teachings
Taking Vows
Advice about the benefits of taking vows, for example, the five lay vows and the eight Mahayana precepts.
Topics:
Buddhist Practices > Vows and Commitments > Taking Vows
Abandoning Harmful Actions
Benefits of Taking Vows
Morality Is Like the Earth
Motivation for Eight Mahayana Precepts
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Sangha Communities
A Message to Sangha
Nuns Community
Practices Prior to Building a Nunnery
Starting a Monastery
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The Role of Sangha
Advice for Nun Leading Mani Retreat and Nyung Näs
Advice to Nuns at a Buddhist Conference
Dharma in Mongolia
Sangha Heroes and FPMT Education
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Dealing With Negative Emotions
Advice to a Western Monk
Controlling Desire
Difficulties With Attachment and Desire
Loneliness and Depression
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