Episode Synopsis "The importance of developing serenity"

Covering a descriptive definition of serenity, and explaining some of the many benefits of developing serenity, including 3 verses from Atisha’s Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment, teaching from Chapter 6.

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• The joy of monastic discipline
• Advice for monastics
• Full ordination for women
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