The Importance of Post-Meditation Experience
The author shares how the advice of five Buddhist teachers inspires him to view even the most ordinary parts of daily life as spiritual practice.
June 4, 2022
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The author shares how the advice of five Buddhist teachers inspires him to view even the most ordinary parts of daily life as spiritual practice.
What is the practice of a bodhisattva? Please read, listen and chant along with this recitation by Nalandabodhi’s Karunika Christine Hwang of the 37 practices of a Bodhisattva, written by Gyalsé Ngulchu Tokmé. A beautiful way to bring Bodhicitta into our experience, which is what the Tibetan word ‘practice’ actually means.
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Drawing from the teachings of the rich Buddhist tradition and personal experience, these articles are written by members of our community from all over the world, offering contemplations and practices to apply directly on our own path in life and interconnected global society.
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