Why is Tibetan Buddhism important? What are its unique qualities? Why now? What difference does it make to the individual? Gelek Rimpoche’s teachings presented on this page examine these questions in the context of contemporary life.
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Overview
This public talk is the concluding talk of the 2009 summer retreat that was also given as is a part of the Sunday Talk series by Gelek Rinpoche.
Videos
The Illusion of SelfAudio with read-along transcript
The Illusion of SelfIn-depth teaching
An in-depth answer from What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist, Spring Retreat at The Garrison Institute, May 2013
Audio with read-along transcript
Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 1 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 2 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 3 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 4 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 5 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 6 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 7 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 8Videos
Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 1 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 2 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 3 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 4 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 5 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 6 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 7 Heart Sutra: The Freedom of Understanding Reality As It Is - Episode 8Explore more
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What is the importance of compassion in life?
How is Tibetan Buddhist meditation practiced?
What is the philosophy of Tibetan Buddhist practice?
What is Vajrayana?
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