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Yifa has participated in many interfaith dialogues such as the
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Safeguarding the Heart: A Buddhist
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Benedict's Dharma: Buddhists
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Authenticity: Clearing the Junk, A Buddhist Perspective
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Brief bio of Venerable Yifa, Phd - Program Director
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