Thubten Chodron delivered a comprehensive talk at the Universiti Sains Malaysia Buddhist Society, covering various aspects of Buddhist teachings.
The discussion included topics such as attachment and its connection to anger and suffering, the mind-heart relationship challenging the notion of a creator, the importance of reasoning and logic in Buddhist teachings, the concept of samsara and the three poisons, the impact of attachment on perception, ethical considerations and responsibility, the afflictive attitude of jealousy, and the Buddhist path to awakening through renunciation and bodhichitta.
Thubten Chodron’s emphasis on reason, logic, and responsibility underscored a practical approach to applying Buddhist principles in contemporary life.