The Purpose of Our Life
In this teaching excerpt from the 52nd Kopan Course, Lama Zopa Rinpoche advises that our purpose in life is to bring all sentient beings to buddhahood, the awakened state.
Teachings
Advice on Pilgrimage
Advice on pilgrimage to the holy places including Bodhgaya, Rajgir and Nalanda, and practices which can be done at the sacred sites.
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Holy Objects > Pilgrimage > Advice on Pilgrimage
Swayambunath Mountain
A Piece of the Pure Land
Advice and Practices for Pilgrimage
Amitayus Meditation at Maratika
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The Path to Enlightenment
Advice on the importance of Dharma practice and how to actualize the lamrim, the path to enlightenment.
Definition of a Holiday
Doubts About Lamrim
Following the Basic Program
Freedom is in Our Hands
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Benefiting Animals
Protecting the Lives of Helpless Beings: The Udamwara Lotus Flower
A "must-read" for all Buddhists, this text presents a detailed discussion in support of vegetarianism and animal welfare. Now available as an ebook.
Topics:
Benefiting Animals
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Introduction
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Teachings from Boston (Audio)
These teachings and events were recorded in Boston, MA, USA, from July 27-31 2007.
Topics:
Benefiting Animals
Chapters:
Friday, July 27th: Dear Lama Zopa Book Launch
Saturday, July 28th: Animal Blessing: Part A
Saturday, July 28th: Animal Blessing: Part B
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Animal Liberation (Audio and Unedited Transcripts)
A talk at an Animal Liberation event at Shakyamuni Center, Taichung, Taiwan
Topics:
Benefiting Animals
Chapters:
Animal Liberation Part A - English with Chinese Translation
Animal Liberation Part B - English with Chinese Translation
Animal Liberation - English Only
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We Cannot Live Without Harming Others
Rinpoche responds to a question about FPMT promoting a policy of veganism.
Topics:
Benefiting Animals