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Matthieu Ricard: Conversations on Buddha-Nature

Matthieu Ricard

2020/10/24

Interview

Interview

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About the interview

In this online interview, the first of a series titled "Conversations on Buddha-Nature," Lopen Dr. Karma Phuntsho and Matthieu Ricard discuss the meaning of buddha-nature, Matthieu's first encounter with buddha-nature teachings, whether buddha-nature is a seed to be cultivated or something that must be revealed, and whether it is possible to enhance the qualities of buddha-nature without meditation and practice. In addition to these topics, Matthieu also answers questions from the attendees.

Clips from the interview

Matthieu Ricard: On His First Encounter with Buddha-Nature Teachings

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13:34 min

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Is Buddha-Nature a Seed to Be Cultivated or Something that Must Be Revealed?

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4:41 min

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On the Transition from a Western Scientific and Philosophical Perspective to a Buddhist One

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9:20 min

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On Overcoming "Wicked-World" Syndrome

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6:10 min

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Is it Possible to Enhance the Qualities of Buddha-Nature without Meditation and Practice?

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5:11 min

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On His Experience Writing about the Life Stories of Enlightened Masters

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7:18 min

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On the Importance of the Preliminary Practices and Cultivating Compassion and Altruism

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8:17 min

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How Can We Reconcile the Teachings on Buddha-Nature with the Prasangika Madhyamaka System?

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5:40 min

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Reading Recommendations for Learning about Buddha-Nature

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2:02 min

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On What Has Made His Life Meaningful

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2:59 min

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