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There Are No Mahayana Monasteries

When we examine what we call "Mahāyāna" monasteries, we discover something quite surprising to many: they are, institutionally speaking, Śrāvaka communities that happen to study and practice based on Mahāyāna literature...

At least, not in the way we think

There Are No Mahayana Monasteries

The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva's Outline

Given this text has been translated by enough people, I didn't want to make yet another translation. However, while studying a Tibetan commentary from Jigme Tsultrim Palzang I came accross an interesting outline...

There are enough translations, but not enough outlines

The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva's Outline

Redefining Tibetan Buddhism

Tibetan Buddhism has captivated spiritual seekers with its vibrant expressions and distinctive cultural elements. Yet beneath these unique characteristics lies a profound truth: Tibetan Buddhism preserves and embodies the essence of Indian Mahayana Buddhism, expressed...

The Enduring Legacy of Indian Mahayana in Tibetan Buddhist Tradition

Redefining Tibetan Buddhism