How to Recognize a Qualified Teacher
From Buddhism for Beginners by Kunzang Palyul Choling - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
March 13, 2026 · 44 min
About this episode
Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo discusses the importance of having a qualified teacher in Vajrayana Buddhism and the qualities to look for.
You must have a qualified teacher to practice Vajrayana Buddhism. Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo clarifies the qualities to look for and how to avoid making a mistake. Support the show For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org
People in this episode
Host: Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo
Topics covered
- Vajrayana Buddhism
- qualified teacher
- Buddhism practice
- teacher qualities
- spiritual guidance
Keywords
- qualified teacher
- Vajrayana
- Buddhism
- spirituality
- teacher qualities
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