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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
Introductory talks by Gelek Rinpoche from 2012.
Videos
Tibetan Buddhism: A Brief Overview The Purpose of Tibetan BuddhismAudio with read-along transcript
The Purpose of Tibetan BuddhismIn-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
What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 1 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 2 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 3 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 4 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 5 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 6 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 7 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 8Videos
What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 1 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 2 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 3 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 4 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 5 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 6 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 7 What Does it Mean to be a Buddhist: Episode 8Explore more
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