Harnessing the Strength and Serenity of a Rhino through the teachings of Buddha.
"Avoid the evil companion
disregarding the goal,
intent on the out-of-tune way...
EP 8 - Lay Buddhist Practice, Saṃvega and Renunciation
"Wise, energetic disciples of the Buddha meditate frequently. Working hard, they practice the Dhamma, giving it top priority. They experience the incomparable freedom from bondage, Nibbāna." - Dhammapada Verse 23
In this episode, I share the advice given to me by the monks at the monastery. How to balance Dhamma practice while being a Lay disciple, and some thoughts for cultivating Saṃvega (Spiritual Urgency) and Renunciation. Hope you find it helpful.
May all sentient beings be at ease.
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EP 7 - Cooling the Fire of Lust
"Those who are persuaded by lust and laziness,
are weak and not disciplined. Emotions overpower
such people easily as the wind overpowers a weak tree."
- Buddha
In this podcast I discuss the causes of lust, and the practical methods taught by the Buddha to control and overcome it.
Suttas for reference:
Mahānidāna Sutta - Digha Nikaya 15
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EP 6 - Meeting with Devas & Bodhisattvas
Do Devas and Bodhisattvas exist?
Who are they and how to invoke them?
In this talk I dive into the practice of Recollection of Devas and Bodhisattvas as taught by the Buddha. Listen to the podcast to learn more.
May you all be well and happy.
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EP 5 - Everything is Burning
In this episode we dive into a very important discourse of Buddha "The Fire Sermon" which contains very powerful insights to guide us in this dark world. Seeing what we are going through today as a society, this discourse can help us to put things into perspective and show the way out of ignorance and suffering.
Sutta: Ādittapariyāya Sutta (The Fire Sermon), Samyutta Nikaya 35.28
Link: https://suttacentral.net/sn35.28/en/sujato?lang=en&layout=plain&reference=none¬es=asterisk&highlight=false&script=latin
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EP 4 - Sensual Pleasures, Karma & Happiness
In this episode, I decided to read Ven. Ajahn Suchart's "Sensual Pleasures Are Painful" to dive into the depth of sensual pleasures and how they are harmful towards spiritual cultivation in the Buddha Dhamma.
I came across this piece of writing while I was at the monastery, and it had a profound impact on changing my perspective. I thought to share with you all to comprehend the Dhamma of Lord Buddha.
May all sentient beings be at ease.
Harnessing the Strength and Serenity of a Rhino through the teachings of Buddha.
"Avoid the evil companion
disregarding the goal,
intent on the out-of-tune way.
Don't take as a friend
someone heedless & hankering.
wander alone like a rhinoceros.
Consort with one who is learned,
who maintains the Dhamma,
a great & quick-witted friend.
Knowing the meanings,
subdue your perplexity,
[then] wander alone like a rhinoceros."
- Buddha, Khaggavisana Sutta
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