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Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings

Lama Zopa Rinpoche

This podcast brings to you the teachings given by Lama Zopa Rinpoche in full length. Our current focus for new episodes lies on older teachings by Rinpoche that have not been published in video yet as well as major retreats that Rinpoche had led over the years. These episodes are mostly unedited in terms of content but often improved in terms of sound quality. See their video counterparts on our RAN page at fpmt.org/media/streaming/teachings-of-lama-zopa-rinpoche/

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01:02:26

03 The Need for Wisdom and Compassion - PART 4; ...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/12/27

Lama Zopa Rinpoche discusses the significance of engaging in wholesome actions that bring peace and happiness to oneself and others. The key to achieving this is by subduing and taming the mind, by protecting it from negative emotions such as self-cherishing, anger, jealousy, and pride. A selfish mind will not lead to happiness and success in life, but rather it will cause problems and make enemies everywhere. Protecting the mind and cultivating positive emotions is essential to living a fulfilling

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01:10:22

02 The Need for Wisdom and Compassion - PART 3;...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/12/20

Lama Zopa Rinpoche discusses the significance of engaging in wholesome actions that bring peace and happiness to oneself and others. The key to achieving this is by subduing and taming the mind, by protecting it from negative emotions such as self-cherishing, anger, jealousy, and pride. A selfish mind will not lead to happiness and success in life, but rather it will cause problems and make enemies everywhere. Protecting the mind and cultivating positive emotions is essential to living a fulfilling

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02:09:43

01 The Need for Wisdom and Compassion - PART 1 and 2;...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/12/13

Lama Zopa Rinpoche discusses the significance of engaging in wholesome actions that bring peace and happiness to oneself and others. The key to achieving this is by subduing and taming the mind, by protecting it from negative emotions such as self-cherishing, anger, jealousy, and pride. A selfish mind will not lead to happiness and success in life, but rather it will cause problems and make enemies everywhere. Protecting the mind and cultivating positive emotions is essential to living a fulfilling

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29:31

04 Why We Need a Spiritual Path - PART4 2-Jun-2006

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/12/06

Lama Zopa Rinpoche gave this teaching at Tara Institute, Melbourne on June 2, 2006. In this first part Lama Zopa Rinpoche touched on the topics such as emptiness according to Svatantrika view, the unification of emptiness and dependent arising and searching for real I. He recounted the history of how Lama Atisha came to Tibet and how to integrate three levels of teachings. You can see all the teachings from this event here:

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02:39:50

19 The Eight Freedoms And Ten Richnesses 17-Apr-2004

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/12/05

Lama Zopa Rinpoche says that if you are only seeking the happiness of this life, then you haven’t reached any of the three capacities of the lamrim. The attitude of just seeking the power, reputation, and wealth of this life is an ordinary capable being, not a special capable being. This is not different from the animals and insects. Rinpoche emphasizes that the meditations for the graduate path of the lower capable being (the eight freedoms and ten richnesses, the great meaning and difficulty to

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57:16

03 Why We Need a Spiritual Path

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/11/29

Lama Zopa Rinpoche gave this teaching at Tara Institute, Melbourne on June 2, 2006. In this first part Lama Zopa Rinpoche touched on the topics such as emptiness according to Svatantrika view, the unification of emptiness and dependent arising and searching for real I. He recounted the history of how Lama Atisha came to Tibet and how to integrate three levels of teachings. You can see all the teachings from this event here:

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01:07:03

02 Why We Need a Spiritual Path

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/11/22

Lama Zopa Rinpoche gave this teaching at Tara Institute, Melbourne on June 2, 2006. In this first part Lama Zopa Rinpoche touched on the topics such as emptiness according to Svatantrika view, the unification of emptiness and dependent arising and searching for real I. He recounted the history of how Lama Atisha came to Tibet and how to integrate three levels of teachings. You can see all the teachings from this event here:

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01:05:40

01 Why We Need a Spiritual Path

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/11/15

Lama Zopa Rinpoche gave this teaching at Tara Institute, Melbourne on June 2, 2006. In this first part Lama Zopa Rinpoche touched on the topics such as emptiness according to Svatantrika view, the unification of emptiness and dependent arising and searching for real I. He recounted the history of how Lama Atisha came to Tibet and how to integrate three levels of teachings. You can see all the teachings from this event here:

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05:48:51

23 Purifying Negative Karma, Cultivating a Positive...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/08/09

Lama Zopa Rinpoche talks about purifying negative karma in two ways. Firstly, through the power of regretting negative actions, as that helps purify our negative karma and defilements. This regret should focus on acknowledging and repenting the negative actions, rather than regretting positive actions. Secondly, viewing negative actions as empty, recognizing that they lack inherent existence and are merely labelled by the mind. This realization aids in purifying negative karma by revealing the

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02:43:30

22 The Power of Bodhichitta: Compassion Unleashed ...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/08/02

Just as a bank multiplies your money, bodhichitta multiplies your merit, and not just by a little, but by leaps and bounds! With each thought of benefiting others, your merit becomes limitless because the number of beings you wish to help is also boundless. Even the slightest intention to heal the headaches of sentient beings accumulates inconceivable merit. But when you actively strive to eliminate their suffering and bring them happiness, the merit skyrockets—like hitting the jackpot! Reciting the

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03:41:46

21 Facing Illness and Death 08-May-2003

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/07/26

We should be motivated beyond personal interests and aspire to enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings. Wisdom is crucial to discern the best ways to help others. Self-cherishing and wrong views are the root of suffering; cultivating the correct view can lead to positive changes in our thoughts and actions.Recognizing the interdependence of those involved in end-of-life situations is essential. Communication within families is vital to address responsibilities and roles that may change

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03:26:15

20 Guiding the Next Generation towards Enlightenment ...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/07/19

When used at the time of death, light offerings are believed to prevent spirits from entering and possessing the corpse. Before making light offerings, it is important to generate the motivation of bodhichitta, thinking that the purpose of one's life is to free all sentient beings from suffering and bring them to enlightenment. Each light offered accumulates limitless merit by visualizing the root guru and reciting the appropriate mantras.Rinpoche emphasizes the importance of Dharma wisdom in

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03:48:59

19 Heart Spoon: Reflections on Impermanence and Death...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/07/12

While reciting and explaining Pabongka Rinpoche's ‘Heart-Spoon’, Lama Zopa Rinpoche discusses the importance of reflecting on impermanence and death. Neglecting to contemplate these realities deprives our lives of meaning. Even though many of us have encountered Buddhadharma for a long time, we lack an understanding of foundational concepts and fail to achieve realizations in our spiritual practice.Dharma protects us from suffering by preventing the creation of negative thoughts and actions.

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04:10:40

18 Supporting the Dying 06-May-2003

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/07/05

Lama Zopa Rinpoche discusses a book about the traditional Tibetan procedures for handling death. The book covers various aspects such as what to do at the time of death, how to transfer consciousness to a pure land, making offerings to lamas, and conducting astrological rituals. It also outlines the procedures for taking the body out, making offerings to monasteries, and caring for the deceased during the first few weeks and up to the 49th day. Even if someone is unable to recite prayers during

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04:34:50

17 Meditating on Emptiness and Overcoming Fear ...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/06/28

This human life is rare and valuable, more precious than any material possessions. Wasting this life without Dharma practice is the greatest loss we can experience. Even a moment spent without engaging in Dharma practice is a greater loss than losing all the wealth in the world or wish-granting jewels. Delusion, such as attachment, obscures our perception of reality and prevents us from recognizing the empty nature of phenomena. When we look at our own body with attachment, it obscures our ability

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03:51:00

16 Helping Sentient Beings as the Highest Offering ...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/06/21

Without the kindness of sentient beings, we cannot achieve realizations or practice the Dharma. Lama Zopa Rinpoche emphasizes the significance of respecting and valuing sentient beings, just as one respects and values the Buddha. One accumulates immeasurable merit by cultivating bodhicitta and offering charity with deep respect.True poverty lies in the lack of understanding of Dharma and realization, and inner poverty, characterized by a lack of satisfaction and contentment, is even more

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03:20:53

15 Living Ethically, Dying Peacefully 02-May-2003

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/06/14

Lama Zopa Rinpoche talks about the lack of formal education on dying in Western society and the need for a broader cultural understanding of assisting the dying. Everyone will encounter death and should learn how to offer support, regardless of whether they are a family member, friend, or even an enemy.There are several essential practices for preparing for death, including devotion to a virtuous friend or guru, purifying mistakes and broken commitments, and cultivating the five powers in daily

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03:13:25

14 Transcending Materialism and Ego 01-May-2003

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/06/07

The purpose of our life is not just to accumulate wealth or power. These pursuits alone cannot bring true satisfaction or happiness. In fact, the more we chase after material wealth without a good heart, the more we experience inner misery and dissatisfaction. Power, without the intention to benefit others, can be dangerous and lead to harm for oneself and others. Fame and reputation also do not fulfil the purpose of human life. Despite achieving fame, many individuals experience unhappiness and

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02:15:56

13 The Mind's Role in Suffering: Seeking Liberation...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/05/31

Our judgments and labels, whether positive or negative, influence how we experience the world. For example, when we label something as "good" or "beautiful," it creates a positive appearance and elicits feelings of happiness. Conversely, when we label something as "bad" or "ugly," it creates a negative appearance and elicits feelings of unhappiness. People in different cultures may have different perceptions of beauty or value based on their cultural conditioning and the labels they apply.Our

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03:28:03

12 Embracing Guru Puja for Spiritual Progress ...

Lama Zopa Rinpoche full length teachings ·

2024/05/24

Guru Puja (Lama Chöpa) encompasses the essence of both sutra and tantra. This practice is the quickest way to achieve enlightenment. Lama Zopa Rinpoche recommends studying His Holiness the Dalai Lama's commentary on Guru Puja, which provides a clear and effective explanation of this essential practice.Taking vows, specifically the bodhisattva vow and tantric vows, helps eliminate obstacles and create conducive conditions for spiritual progress. While many people recite prayers and perform various

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