Tag: spiritual
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Buddha Teachings on Happiness, Joy, and Gratitude
Buddha’s teachings offer a profound perspective on happiness (sukha), joy (pīti), and gratitude (kataññutā), presenting them not as fleeting external acquisitions but as qualities cultivated from within. These states are deeply intertwined, with gratitude fostering joy, and both contributing to a more stable, profound happiness that transcends superficial pleasures. Happiness (Sukha) In Buddhist teachings, “sukha”…
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The enchanting realm of Padmasambhava in Tibetan Buddhism
Okay, let’s delve into the fascinating world of Padmasambhava in Tibetan Buddhism. Who is Padmasambhava? Padmasambhava, also known as Guru Rinpoche (“Precious Guru”), is a central figure in Tibetan Buddhism, particularly in the Nyingma school (the oldest of the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism). He is revered as the “Second Buddha” and is considered…