Joan Halifax: The Great Gift of Bodhicitta in Our Time: Shantideva’s Courageous Vision

Episode Description: In this introduction to Shantideva and his text, the Bodhicharyavatara, Roshi Joan Halifax speaks about Shantideva’s history and thematically reviews each chapter of the text. Weaving neuroscience, philosophy, the wisdom of her practice experience and that of other great masters, she underscores the importance of compassion for the survival of all sentient life. The Bodhicharyavatara is a guidebook for this endeavor. For Program/Series description and to access the entire series, please click on the link below: Upaya Podcast Series: Spring Practice Period 2021: The Way of the Bodhisattva