Venerable Thubten Samten, Author at Thubten Chodron: Recent Episodes

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The 18th Sakyadhita Conference took place in Seoul, Korea, June 23–27, 2023. I did not expect to be so deeply moved and inspired by the experience; it was powerful. There are many reasons that I can identify and many more that may come to light over time. Being in the company of approximately 3,000 women, […]

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Why being angry at others is inappropriate, because they are under the control of afflictions

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Responding to questions comparing the transcendental factors and eleven virtuous mental factors and reviewing the link feeling from the twelve links.

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Reviewing Chapter 6, discussing the different types of mediation and leading an analytical meditation and group chanting.

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Venerable Thubten Samten reviews chapter 9 of the book “Approaching the Buddhist Path.”

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Contemplating the kindness of others promotes a feeling of being connected and establishes a firm foundation for developing love and compassion.

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Venerable Thubten Samten reviews the three types of dependent origination.

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Venerable Thubten Samten leads a review on the first few chapters, focusing on how to practice in the face of an ethical crisis.

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Venerable Thubten Samten leads a review of the Gomchen Lamrim sections on the five faults and eight antidotes in relation to attaining serenity.

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A short talk about the kathina robe ceremony to celebrate the end of the monastic rains retreat, and why the Buddha introduced the the annual ceremony.

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Venerable Thubten Samten leads an engaging review on the far-reaching practice of joyous effort.

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Compassion is an internal attitude that can be deliberately cultivated through practice. Reflection on bringing compassion into daily situations.

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How to fit the practice of equanimity into our daily lives, and outlining the taking-and-giving meditation.