There are seven factors of Enlightenment. These seven factors of enlightenment are mental conditions that come together at the moment of illumination. They are separately treated so that we may study each in more detail and apply it according to … Continued
In Vipassana Meditation it is important to control the mind, to keep away from stray & unnecessary thoughts. There are three phases in Vipassana Meditation. Entering Meditation The purpose or goal is to reduce confusion and thinking, to keep your attention … Continued
Vipassana meditation is like planting a garden. We have the seed of clear and complete vision, which is the mindfulness with which we observe phenomena. In order to cultivate this seed, nurture the plant, and reap its fruit of transcendent … Continued
ONCE THERE WAS A ZEN MASTER, SEKITO, SO CALLED BECAUSE HE CONSTRUCTED A HUT ON A BIG FLAT STONE WHICH HE FOUND IN A MOUNTAIN, AND LIVED THERE. ONE DAY A YOUNG MONK IN TRAINING CAME TO SEE HIM. SEKITO ASKED: ”WHERE … Continued
Upananda was a very eloquent preacher. He used to preach to others not to be greedy and to have only a few wants and would talk eloquently on the merits of contentment and frugality (appicchatà) and austere practices (dhåtàngas). However, he … Continued