The translations from this period formed the base for the large scriptural transmission of Dharma teachings into Tibet.

According to Hakuin, the main aim of "post-satori practice" (gogo no shugyo, or kojo, "going beyond") is to cultivate the "Mind of Enlightenment", "benefiting others by giving them the gift of the Dharma teaching".

He protects the Dharma teachings from every kind of persecution.

Despite the NKT-IKBU's separation from contemporary Tibetan Buddhism, the commitments undertaken by its members also include maintaining "a deep respect" for all Dharma teachings and other Buddhist traditions.

After overhearing Geshe Chekhawa's teaching to lepers on training the mind, his brother who strongly disliked Dharma teachings even began to put them into practice and receive great benefit from them.

When the ruler of the region and various officials and others visit him, he takes the opportunity to expound Dharma teachings.

The Bodhisattva Samantabhadra (Universal Virtue) is portrayed in the 28th chapter of the Lotus Sutra as the protector of the Dharma teachings from every kind of persecution.

However, in the Buddhist sense, the term is often used to refer to a particular "aspect" or "method" of the Dharma teachings.

Dharma Seed highlights the importance of preserving the oral transmission of Dharma teachings.

First comes the "hearing" of Dharma and then the aspirant follows the Dharma teachings and instructions on faith, reflecting upon the value of its application.