The Buddha’s Path Summarized – Ep 94
In this episode Professor Thurman examines the twelve verse summary of the Buddhist path as found the 12th Century “Essence of Eloquence” transcribed to Jey Tsongkapa by Manjushri in 1396-1397. Using personal stories & tales from the life of the Buddha Professor Thurman elucidates the liberty & opportunity afforded during one’s life. Includes a short guided meditation & dialog with retreat participants.
This recording is an excerpt from the “Wisdom of Love & Devotion” Retreat with Krishna Das + Robert AF Thurman at Menla Mountain Retreat, November 2016.
For more teachings from this & other past programs at Menla Retreat visit the Tibet House US Member Archive.
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The songs “Trance Tibet” & ‘Dancing Ling’ by Tenzin Choegyal from the album ‘Heart Sutra‘ (2004) by Ethno Super Lounge are used on the Bob Thurman Podcast with artist’s permission, all rights reserved.
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