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These podcasts are taken from recordings of his many inspiring teachings in the USA and abroad and will be beneficial to both the beginner and the long-time spiritual practitioner. Lama Marut has a Ph.D. in History of Religions and taught for over 20 years at institutions such as University of California and Columbia University. He is currently Professor Emeritus at the University of California, Riverside, the founder and spiritual advisor of The Asian Classics Institute, Los Angeles, and a senior staff teacher and President of the Yoga Studies Institute. Lama Marut is also on the faculty of Diamond Mountain University, a Buddhist institute located near Tucson, Arizona.

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These teachings were part of Lama Marut&apos;s &quot;Dharma Essentials&quot; course, given in Rockport Massachusetts, December 19-22, 2006.  

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