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Sangha: The Joys, Challenges, and Value of Practicing in a Buddhist Community
Sangha: The Joys, Challenges, and Value of Practicing in a Buddhist Community
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Length:
35 minutes
Released:
May 25, 2017
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Podcast episode
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Is it really necessary to participate in a Sangha, or Buddhist community? What are the benefits, joys, and challenges of doing so? You may be surprised by some of the aspects of Sangha practice I talk about in this episode (it's not all about enjoying the pleasant company of enlightened people!).
Released:
May 25, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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