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Evolution of Buddhism

The LFBCS course G03(A) provides an introduction to Buddhism, the Buddhas, what Buddhas do and how to become a Buddha and with a historical look at how Buddhism came to this world and evolved over the various cultures...

April 13, 2024

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Who is a Rinpoche? Who Is a Tulku?

Kalu Rinpoche II. I have been asked, “What is a rinpoche?” and usually answer with what I understood the Tibetan word meant–“Precious One.” That may be technically correct, but I found a more complete definition...

December 18, 2022

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Are Masters of Legitimate Lineages within Buddhism, Really Legitimate Masters?

The answer is, “No.” They may represent a true lineage of a genuine sect of Buddhism, but most of the leaders of Buddhism today, in this Dharma-Ending Age are shams because their cultivation and practice are...

November 18, 2018

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Unacceptable Practices by Masters

Master Marpa It is unacceptable for a master to make any unreasonable demand on his or her disciple or to demand and take property from that disciple. This has been a serious problem, especially in Tibetan Buddhism. It...

October 14, 2018

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