No, I think it refers to some earlier effort.Buddha Vacana wrote:Does the "concentration [which] is neither calm nor refined, [which] has not yet attained serenity or unity" refer to the first jhana?
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- Mon Aug 08, 2016 3:08 am
- Forum: Study Group
- Topic: AN 3.101 Paṃsudhovaka Sutta. The Dirt-washer.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3516
Re: AN 3.101 Paṃsudhovaka Sutta. The Dirt-washer.
- Sun Aug 07, 2016 4:57 am
- Forum: Study Group
- Topic: AN 3.101 Paṃsudhovaka Sutta. The Dirt-washer.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3516
Re: AN 3.101 Paṃsudhovaka Sutta. The Dirt-washer.
Interesting that the gold is always there to begin with.
- Sun Jul 24, 2016 5:32 pm
- Forum: Dhammic Stories
- Topic: Without pushing forward, without staying in place
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3157
Without pushing forward, without staying in place
As discussed in this locked thread , much inspiration can be found in SN 1.1 . "Tell me, dear sir, how you crossed over the flood." "I crossed over the flood without pushing forward, without staying in place." "But how, dear sir, did you cross over the flood without pushing ...
- Thu Jul 14, 2016 5:08 am
- Forum: Study Group
- Topic: SN 14.1 Dhātunānatta Sutta.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4641
Re: SN 14.1 Dhātunānatta Sutta.
Where is the intellect. Is it a part of the body (such as brain)? Are ideas similar to aromas and sound etc? Are they coming from somewhere? All of the senses tie back to the brain. I must conclude ideas are a form of sense data, similar to the sounds we hear or the sights we see. I do not think th...
- Mon Jul 11, 2016 2:54 am
- Forum: Study Group
- Topic: AN 3.100 Loṇakapalla Sutta. The Salt Crystal.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3146
Re: AN 3.100 Loṇakapalla Sutta. The Salt Crystal.
Could it be that in the first case, the vedana link is not recognized by the person, whereas in the second case, it is?
- Tue Jul 05, 2016 1:51 am
- Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
- Topic: buddhism and repression
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1601
- Mon Jul 04, 2016 4:27 pm
- Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
- Topic: Meditating intensively during monastery stay
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2007
Re: Meditating intensively during monastery stay
Yes.oak1 wrote:I have the intention to do a lot of meditation during the free time in the afternoon. My questions is whether it is wise to be doing so?
- Mon Jul 04, 2016 2:20 pm
- Forum: General Theravāda discussion
- Topic: Relationship b/w Sati -> Panna -> Virtue
- Replies: 1
- Views: 691
Re: Relationship b/w Sati -> Panna -> Virtue
Yes. After a while it ceases to be amazing. One thing you might do is practice doing something different in moments when it is easier not to act out of habit. For example, if you usually cross the road at a certain traffic signal, next time make a conscious decision to find a different place to cros...
- Mon Jul 04, 2016 2:13 pm
- Forum: General Theravāda discussion
- Topic: "Anicca" as "uncertainty" - Ajahn Chah via Ajahn Amaro
- Replies: 62
- Views: 11433
Re: "Anicca" as "uncertainty" - Ajahn Chah via Ajahn Amaro
With all due respect, it doesn't seem like the "yeah well I don't think so" argument contributes much to the conversation. My point was that IMPERMANENCE is something I can easily handle in meditation...but being able to quickly call it to mind in all manner of daily interactions can take...
- Mon Jul 04, 2016 2:00 pm
- Forum: Ordination and Monastic Life
- Topic: Transgender ordination
- Replies: 28
- Views: 8422
Re: Transgender ordination
Hi guys, not sure if this adds any light to the subject. This was covered on a Thai talk show. Probably goes without saying, but gay and transgender are not necessarily the same. Notwithstanding that I have dear friends and family who are gay and/or transgender, I am not sure this has bearing on th...
- Mon Jul 04, 2016 5:27 am
- Forum: Study Group
- Topic: AN 3.36 AN Devadūta Sutta. Messengers.
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2723
Re: AN 3.36 AN Devadūta Sutta. Messengers.
Eventually he dies. Yet the problem of heedlessness may continue.mikenz66 wrote:... he feels painful, racking, piercing feelings, yet he does not die so long as that bad kamma is not exhausted.
- Mon Jul 04, 2016 4:36 am
- Forum: Theravāda for Beginners
- Topic: Question about "loving yourself" buddhist quote?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 6230
Re: Question about "loving yourself" buddhist quote?
If selfish people start to love themselves they wont be selfish. Am I right? Yes, I think you are right. Regardless of the authenticity of the quote (and I agree it is a fake quote), the underlying sutta is deeper and more nuanced than so far discussed, in my opinion. Taking Ajaan Geoff's translati...
- Mon Jul 04, 2016 1:29 am
- Forum: Connections to Other Paths
- Topic: Corporate mindfulness is bullsh*t
- Replies: 45
- Views: 10676
Unfortunate topic name
With respect, I find the topic name unfortunate. What in particular makes mindfulness "corporate," and in what respect would such mindfulness inevitably be "b.s."? I recognize value in efforts by corporate entities to encourage associates to practice mindful awareness. The mere f...