Recorded Live at the Starr Pass Marriott Resort
Tucson, Arizona USA
Hosted by Arizona Teachings, Inc.
English Translation by Geshe Thupten Jinpa
September 16-18, 2005

The teachings on the Bodhisattva's deeds are based on Shantideva's inspirational verses on Mahayana aspiration and practice. Composed over 1,000 years ago, they are still widely regarded as the most authentic and complete guide for the practitioner dedicated to the enlightenment of all beings. A classic, ranging in scope from simple practical techniques for dealing with destructive emotions to the most refined discussion of ultimate truth.

Bodhisattvacharyavatara (Berzin Archives)

Chapter 8 - pt 1
Chapter 8 - pt 2
Chapter 8 - pt 3 (partial)
Chapter 8 - pt 4
Chapter 8 - pt 5
Chapter 8 - pt 6

Chapter 8 - pt 1
Chapter 8 - pt 2
Chapter 8 - pt 3 (partial)
Chapter 8 - pt 4
Chapter 8 - pt 5
Chapter 8 - pt 6

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His Holiness often says, "I am just a simple Buddhist monk - no more, nor less." His Holiness follows the life of Buddhist monk. Living in a small cottage in Dharamsala, he rises at 4 A.M. to meditate, pursues an ongoing schedule of administrative meetings, private audiences and religious teachings and ceremonies. He concludes each day with further prayer before retiring. In explaining his greatest sources of inspiration, he often cites a favorite verse, found in the writings of the renowned eighth century Buddhist saint Shantideva:

For as long as space endures
And for as long as living beings remain,
Until then may I too abide
To dispel the misery of the world.

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