An article by Bhante Bodhidhamma, 2013 Observing the Breath at the Abdomen We observe the breath, or rather the sensations caused by breathing, in order to bring a moment-to-moment concentration. This calms the heart-mind because it is a neutral object.…
The Buddha says that he teaches only Dukkha and the cessation of Dukkha, that is, suffering and the end of suffering. The First Noble Truth deals with the problem of suffering. However, the truth of suffering is not the final…
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We’d like to share this text written by Nina van Gorkom on Paramattha Dhammas, which we believe is of great value for our practice. What is the cause of all misery and sorrow in the world? We read in the…