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How to do a Reading

Posted on July 28, 2020 by webmaven

Listed below are some simple steps to help you in doing a prayer or reading. We don’t presume to tell anyone how to perform his or her spiritual practice. That is a personal matter left to the individual. What we present … Continue reading →

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Garrison Institute Program: Care for Caregivers

Posted on July 18, 2020 by webmaven

The Garrison Institute has been offering programs in mindfulness and meditation for both laypersons and clinicians/ practitioners for years. It is a cornerstone of life in the beautiful Hudson Valley region of New York state. Now it has become a … Continue reading →

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A Dedication to be used before Prayer or Readings for the Deceased

Posted on July 13, 2020 by webmaven

Here is a simple and short way to open a prayer session. Please see the full prayer/reading cycle as it could be offered in the Christian tradition at: http://www.thecaregiverwebsite.com/a-christian-readers-vigil/ Dedication May the Results Of This effort Be for The benefit … Continue reading →

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The Fundamental Buddhist Teachings of the Tibetan Book of the Dead

Posted on June 23, 2020 by webmaven

The Fundamental Teachings Summarized from W.Y. Evans-Wentz introduction Section XII of The Tibetan Book of the Dead “…we may now summarize the chief teachings upon which the whole of the Bardo Thodol is based as follows: That all possible conditions, … Continue reading →

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Advice for the Moment of Death Tibetan Buddhism

Posted on April 29, 2020 by webmaven

This may well be the most important post I have ever shared. Very clear explanation of the Buddhist teachings which are relevant to our times. If you can listen to just the first 30 minutes you will get the gist … Continue reading →

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Some good Buddhist jokes

Posted on April 17, 2020 by webmaven

Right about now we all need a good laugh! Thanks to our friend Mark R for posting this… These jokes about Buddhist monks and Buddhism are a pretty accurate reflection. In fact, Buddhist jokes can help us have a better … Continue reading →

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