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Using logical reasoning to find happiness

As human beings, we share the fundamental desire of seeking happiness.

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22:41 · 2024年1月16日 Gen-la Jampa

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Gen-la Jampa

As human beings, we share the fundamental desire of seeking happiness. However, it is crucial to understand that true happiness cannot be found unless we know how to achieve it. Gen-la Jampa, emphasizes the importance of following the advice of Buddha and utilizing logical reasoning to comprehend the path towards genuine happiness. By doing so, we can develop unshakable faith in this method and apply it in our daily lives. As a result, we can attain the happiness we seek and fulfill our desires. This extract is taken from a talk given by Gen-la Jampa at IKRC Grand Canyon, Arizona, US. It is based on the book Mirror of Dharma by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

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