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Embodying cultural diversity: dancing with the basket of virtue

With Ralph Steele recorded on July 2, 2017.

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Our Sangha has been predominately white since it branched off from the Asian countries. This Dharma talk offers a path for deeper inquiry and greater insight into how we can embody cultural diversity. The Eight Noble Truths will guide us toward a healthier way of conducting ourselves in the arena of cultural diversity, taking a step toward healing racism. Emphasis is given to the great Elders of right livelihood, right speech and right action.

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