IN THIS LESSON

Learn about the teachings on precious human birth and impermanence.

This Lesson explains the first and second of the ‘Four Thoughts That Turn the Mind to Dharma’ that encapsulate the teachings of the Vehicle of the Disciples (Skt. Shravakayana):

  • Precious Human Birth

  • Impermanence

  • Karma (action and effect)

  • Suffering

The Tibetan Buddhist traditions consider the Four Thoughts as foundational teachings, common to all three vehicles.

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