Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron is the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey in Newport, Washington, and the author of Don’t Believe Everything You Think. She was ordained as a Buddhist nun in 1977 and received full bhikshuni ordination in Taiwan in 1986.
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The Value of Sangha: An Interview with Ven. Thubten Chodron
In this interview, originally conducted for the 500th anniversary issue of Humanity Magazine published by Dharma Drum Mountain Taiwan, Ven. Thubten Chodron of Sravasti Abbey reflects on the successes and challenges of building a vibrant Buddhist community in the modern age.
The Dalai Lama’s Skillful Means
Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron on what makes His Holiness such a remarkable Buddhist teacher.
A Meditation to Develop Bodhichitta
Thubten Chodron on how to develop bodhichitta, the aspiration to attain buddhahood in order to benefit others.
Oh Tara, Protect Us
In this teaching, Thubten Chodron comments on a prayer to the buddha Tara to protect us from the eight dangers.
Practicing for Myself?
A Mahayana Buddhist who is encouraged to practice for the benefit of all sentient being feels like they are only practicing for their own benefit. Venerable Thubten Chodron answers.