21 The Foundation of Buddhist Practice: The Benefits of Relying on a Spiritual Mentor 11-05-19

Venerable Thubten Chodron teaches on the benefits of relying on a spiritual mentor and the disadvantages of not relying, or relying improperly, on a spiritual mentor. For more Buddhist teachings visit and

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