The Path of Awakening: A Comprehensive Study of Master Shantideva's Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life Course Three:Building Up Strength Further development on the path to enlightenment is contingent upon strengthening the effort and concentration that allows the bodhisattva to achieve the goal. Shantideva in the seventh and eighth chapters of this text provides clear advice and guidance on overcoming the indolence and mental distractions that weaken one's spiritual progress. Teacher: Don Handrick
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