LWC6_Ch 3 Part 1 - Living as a Bodhisattva - The Remaining Seven Perfections Flashcards
(500 cards)
1
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What does it mean when we say: ‘What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?’?
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It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
2
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Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
A
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
3
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Briefly explain: What are the three types of joyous effort?
A
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
4
Q
How does this principle apply? — Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
A
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
5
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What does it mean when we say: ‘How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?’?
A
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
6
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Briefly explain: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
A
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
7
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Clarify this point: Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
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Armor-like joyous effort.
8
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Clarify this point: What are the three types of joyous effort?
A
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
9
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True or False: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
A
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
10
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Clarify this point: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
A
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
11
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In Mahāyāna, what is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
A
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
12
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How does this principle apply? — Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
A
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
13
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How does this principle apply? — Differentiate ‘space-like’ and ‘illusion-like’ meditations.
A
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
14
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Clarify this point: What is the pāramitā of bala?
A
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
15
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How does this principle apply? — What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
A
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
16
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Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
A
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
17
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How does this principle apply? — What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
A
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
18
Q
In Mahāyāna, what is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
A
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
19
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In Mahāyāna, what perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
A
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
20
Q
In Mahāyāna, why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
A
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
21
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True or False: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
A
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
22
Q
How does this principle apply? — What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
A
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
23
Q
What does it mean when we say: ‘Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.’?
A
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
24
Q
What is ‘access concentration’ in the śamatha model?
A
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
25
What does it mean when we say: 'What are the three types of joyous effort?'?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
26
In Mahāyāna, what are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
27
How does this principle apply? — Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
28
Clarify this point: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
29
Briefly explain: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
30
In Mahāyāna, what is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
31
Clarify this point: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
32
What does it mean when we say: 'Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.'?
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
33
Briefly explain: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
34
In Mahāyāna, what is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
35
In Mahāyāna, what is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
36
In Mahāyāna, what is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
37
What does it mean when we say: 'How does jñāna differ from prajñā?'?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
38
Clarify this point: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
39
How does this principle apply? — What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
40
How does this principle apply? — List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
41
Clarify this point: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
42
How does this principle apply? — List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
43
Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
44
List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
45
How does this principle apply? — What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
46
Briefly explain: What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
47
Clarify this point: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
48
Clarify this point: Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
49
In Mahāyāna, which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
50
True or False: Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
51
In Mahāyāna, how does śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
52
Clarify this point: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
53
What does it mean when we say: 'Why is meditative stability essential for insight?'?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
54
What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
55
True or False: Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
56
True or False: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
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Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
58
Briefly explain: What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
59
In Mahāyāna, what is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
60
Clarify this point: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
61
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?'?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
62
In Mahāyāna, what is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
63
Briefly explain: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
64
Clarify this point: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
65
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?'?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
66
True or False: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
67
How does this principle apply? — How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
68
True or False: Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
69
True or False: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
70
Clarify this point: Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
71
Clarify this point: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
72
How does this principle apply? — Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
73
What does it mean when we say: 'List some forms of bodhisattva power.'?
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
74
True or False: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
75
In Mahāyāna, why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
76
In Mahāyāna, why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
77
What does it mean when we say: 'How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?'?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
78
True or False: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
79
True or False: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
80
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the pāramitā of bala?'?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
81
In Mahāyāna, how does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
82
True or False: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
83
What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
84
Briefly explain: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
85
Clarify this point: What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
86
Briefly explain: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
87
How does this principle apply? — Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
88
Briefly explain: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
89
Clarify this point: Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
90
What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
91
Briefly explain: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
92
In Mahāyāna, how does one recognize the object of negation in madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
93
In Mahāyāna, what is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
94
True or False: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
95
Briefly explain: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
96
True or False: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
97
What does it mean when we say: 'Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.'?
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
98
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?'?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
99
In Mahāyāna, how does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
100
Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
101
How does this principle apply? — What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
102
Briefly explain: Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
103
Briefly explain: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
104
Clarify this point: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
105
True or False: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
106
What does it mean when we say: 'How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?'?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
107
Briefly explain: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
108
Clarify this point: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
109
True or False: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
110
In Mahāyāna, what are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
111
Briefly explain: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
112
How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
113
True or False: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
114
What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
115
In Mahāyāna, what is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
116
True or False: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
117
How does this principle apply? — What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
118
Clarify this point: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
119
Clarify this point: What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
120
How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
121
In Mahāyāna, why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
122
In Mahāyāna, what distinguishes prāsaṅgika madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
123
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?'?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
124
What does it mean when we say: 'Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?'?
Armor-like joyous effort.
125
Briefly explain: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
126
Briefly explain: What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
127
What does it mean when we say: 'What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?'?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
128
True or False: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
129
Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
130
Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
131
How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
132
What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
133
How does this principle apply? — List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
134
What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
135
How does this principle apply? — What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
136
How does this principle apply? — What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
137
Briefly explain: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
138
True or False: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
139
How does this principle apply? — How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
140
What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
141
Briefly explain: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
142
What does it mean when we say: 'Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.'?
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
143
How does this principle apply? — List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
144
Clarify this point: How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
145
Clarify this point: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
146
How does this principle apply? — Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
147
In Mahāyāna, what is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
148
True or False: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
149
Briefly explain: Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
150
In Mahāyāna, what is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
151
Clarify this point: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
152
True or False: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
153
Clarify this point: Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
154
True or False: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
155
Briefly explain: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
156
Briefly explain: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
157
Briefly explain: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
158
True or False: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
159
Briefly explain: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
160
What does it mean when we say: 'How does jñāna differ from prajñā?'?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
161
True or False: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
162
What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
163
Briefly explain: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
164
In Mahāyāna, differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
165
True or False: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
166
What does it mean when we say: 'Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.'?
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
167
In Mahāyāna, how does one recognize the object of negation in madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
168
True or False: How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
169
True or False: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
170
What does it mean when we say: 'List some forms of bodhisattva power.'?
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
171
True or False: Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
172
Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
173
In Mahāyāna, list the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
174
True or False: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
175
Clarify this point: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
176
In Mahāyāna, what is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
177
What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
178
List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
179
In Mahāyāna, why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
180
What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
181
Clarify this point: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
182
True or False: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
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What does it mean when we say: 'Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.'?
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
184
How does this principle apply? — What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
185
In Mahāyāna, list the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
186
How does this principle apply? — List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
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Clarify this point: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
188
What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
189
Clarify this point: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
190
True or False: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
191
In Mahāyāna, name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
192
How does this principle apply? — List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
193
Briefly explain: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
194
How does this principle apply? — Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
195
Clarify this point: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
196
How does this principle apply? — Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
197
In Mahāyāna, which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
198
What does it mean when we say: 'How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?'?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
199
Clarify this point: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
200
How does this principle apply? — What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
201
Clarify this point: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
202
What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
203
What does it mean when we say: 'What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?'?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
204
How does this principle apply? — What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
205
What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
206
What does it mean when we say: 'How does jñāna differ from prajñā?'?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
207
Briefly explain: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
208
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?'?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
209
How does this principle apply? — How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
210
How does this principle apply? — Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
211
How does this principle apply? — What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
212
How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
213
What does it mean when we say: 'Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.'?
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
214
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?'?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
215
How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
216
What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
217
Briefly explain: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
218
True or False: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
219
In Mahāyāna, how does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
220
Clarify this point: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
221
True or False: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
222
Clarify this point: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
223
In Mahāyāna, why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
224
Clarify this point: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
225
In Mahāyāna, list some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
226
Clarify this point: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
227
Clarify this point: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
228
Clarify this point: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
229
Clarify this point: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
230
How does this principle apply? — What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
231
Briefly explain: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
232
Briefly explain: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
233
True or False: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
234
True or False: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
235
How does this principle apply? — What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
236
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?'?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
237
What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
238
Briefly explain: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
239
Briefly explain: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
240
In Mahāyāna, how does one recognize the object of negation in madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
241
Briefly explain: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
242
How does this principle apply? — Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
243
How does this principle apply? — How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
244
Briefly explain: Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
245
What does it mean when we say: 'List some forms of bodhisattva power.'?
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
246
True or False: Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
247
Briefly explain: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
248
Clarify this point: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
249
What does it mean when we say: 'Why is meditative stability essential for insight?'?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
250
Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
251
In Mahāyāna, differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
252
In Mahāyāna, why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
253
List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
254
Clarify this point: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
255
In Mahāyāna, what is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
256
Briefly explain: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
257
Briefly explain: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
258
True or False: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
259
Briefly explain: Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
260
What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
261
Clarify this point: Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
262
Clarify this point: What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
263
Briefly explain: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
264
True or False: What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
265
What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
266
True or False: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
267
True or False: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
268
What does it mean when we say: 'Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.'?
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
269
True or False: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
270
True or False: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
271
Briefly explain: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
272
How does this principle apply? — What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
273
What does it mean when we say: 'How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?'?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
274
What does it mean when we say: 'How does jñāna differ from prajñā?'?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
275
In Mahāyāna, what distinguishes prāsaṅgika madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
276
True or False: Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
277
Briefly explain: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
278
Briefly explain: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
279
What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
280
How does this principle apply? — Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
281
Briefly explain: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
282
Clarify this point: Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
283
How does this principle apply? — What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
284
Clarify this point: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
285
List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
286
How does this principle apply? — Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
287
Clarify this point: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
288
Briefly explain: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
289
True or False: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
290
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?'?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
291
Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
292
True or False: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
293
Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
294
True or False: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
295
True or False: How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
296
Briefly explain: What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
297
What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
298
True or False: Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
299
Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
300
Briefly explain: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
301
Briefly explain: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
302
In Mahāyāna, what are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
303
In Mahāyāna, differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
304
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?'?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
305
What does it mean when we say: 'List some forms of bodhisattva power.'?
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
306
Clarify this point: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
307
Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
308
In Mahāyāna, what are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
309
What does it mean when we say: 'List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.'?
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
310
How does this principle apply? — What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
311
What does it mean when we say: 'Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.'?
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
312
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?'?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
313
What does it mean when we say: 'How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?'?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
314
True or False: What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
315
What does it mean when we say: 'Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.'?
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
316
Clarify this point: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
317
Clarify this point: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
318
How does this principle apply? — What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
319
True or False: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
320
Briefly explain: What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
321
Briefly explain: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
322
Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
323
In Mahāyāna, which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
324
How does this principle apply? — Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
325
In Mahāyāna, how does śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
326
How does this principle apply? — Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
327
True or False: Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
328
How does this principle apply? — What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
329
True or False: Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
330
What does it mean when we say: 'What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?'?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
331
Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
332
True or False: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
333
True or False: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
334
Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
335
Clarify this point: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
336
Clarify this point: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
337
In Mahāyāna, what is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
338
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?'?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
339
Clarify this point: Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
340
What does it mean when we say: 'Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.'?
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
341
Clarify this point: How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
342
Briefly explain: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
343
How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
344
Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
345
What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
346
How does this principle apply? — Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
347
Clarify this point: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
348
How does this principle apply? — Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
349
Briefly explain: How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
350
True or False: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
351
How does this principle apply? — What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
352
True or False: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
353
How does this principle apply? — Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
354
What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
355
True or False: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
356
List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
357
Briefly explain: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
358
Clarify this point: Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
359
True or False: Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
360
Briefly explain: What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
361
What does it mean when we say: 'What are the three types of joyous effort?'?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
362
True or False: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
363
Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
364
True or False: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
365
Briefly explain: Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
366
Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
367
Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
368
Clarify this point: Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
369
How does this principle apply? — Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
370
In Mahāyāna, what is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
371
Briefly explain: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
372
How does this principle apply? — What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
373
Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
374
In Mahāyāna, what is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
375
In Mahāyāna, name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
376
Clarify this point: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
377
Clarify this point: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
378
Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
379
Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
380
Clarify this point: What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
381
How does this principle apply? — What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
382
What does it mean when we say: 'What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?'?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
383
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?'?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
384
Clarify this point: How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
385
Briefly explain: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
386
What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
387
What is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
388
In Mahāyāna, which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
389
How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
390
Clarify this point: Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
391
Clarify this point: What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
392
Clarify this point: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
393
How does this principle apply? — Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
394
In Mahāyāna, give an example of skillful means in the buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
395
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the pāramitā of bala?'?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
396
What does it mean when we say: 'How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?'?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
397
In Mahāyāna, list some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
398
What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
399
How does this principle apply? — Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
400
How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
401
True or False: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
402
Briefly explain: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
403
What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
404
True or False: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
405
In Mahāyāna, what is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
406
What does it mean when we say: 'List some forms of bodhisattva power.'?
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
407
What does it mean when we say: 'List some forms of bodhisattva power.'?
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
408
Clarify this point: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
409
Briefly explain: Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
410
What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
411
Clarify this point: What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
412
What does it mean when we say: 'What are the three types of joyous effort?'?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
413
How does this principle apply? — Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
414
Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
415
In Mahāyāna, name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
416
In Mahāyāna, what perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
417
Briefly explain: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
418
Clarify this point: How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
419
Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
420
True or False: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
421
Briefly explain: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
422
List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
423
What does it mean when we say: 'What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?'?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
424
What does it mean when we say: 'Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.'?
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
425
Clarify this point: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
426
True or False: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
427
What does it mean when we say: 'What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?'?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
428
How does this principle apply? — How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
429
How does this principle apply? — Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
430
In Mahāyāna, what is the role of reasoning in developing prajñā?
It deconstructs misconceptions and leads to inferential realization of emptiness.
431
How does this principle apply? — Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
432
Briefly explain: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
433
Clarify this point: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
434
What does it mean when we say: 'Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.'?
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
435
In Mahāyāna, what are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
436
Briefly explain: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
437
What does it mean when we say: 'Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?'?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
438
Briefly explain: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
439
What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
440
True or False: What are the three types of joyous effort?
Armor-like, application, and insatiable effort.
441
How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
442
Clarify this point: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
443
What does it mean when we say: 'What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?'?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
444
In Mahāyāna, what is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
445
Briefly explain: Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
446
True or False: What is the pāramitā of bala?
Spiritual power enabling one to sustain difficult bodhisattva conduct.
447
What does it mean when we say: 'What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?'?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
448
In Mahāyāna, name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
449
How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
450
What does it mean when we say: 'Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?'?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
451
True or False: Name the three forms of laziness that vīrya-pāramitā overcomes.
Procrastination, attraction to unwholesome activity, and self-discouragement.
452
What does it mean when we say: 'List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.'?
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
453
Clarify this point: Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
454
Clarify this point: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
455
List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
456
How does this principle apply? — What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
457
Clarify this point: Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
458
True or False: Name a famous figure known for vast aspiration prayers.
Samantabhadra, especially in the Gaṇḍavyūha chapter.
459
Briefly explain: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
460
In Mahāyāna, what distinguishes prāsaṅgika madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
461
What does it mean when we say: 'List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.'?
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
462
True or False: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
463
How does this principle apply? — How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
464
What does it mean when we say: 'Why is meditative stability essential for insight?'?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
465
In Mahāyāna, why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
466
In Mahāyāna, why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
467
Clarify this point: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
468
Give an example of skillful means in the Buddha’s life.
Teaching in different ways to suit the needs of disciples.
469
What does it mean when we say: 'How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?'?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
470
What does it mean when we say: 'What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?'?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
471
How does this principle apply? — How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
472
How does this principle apply? — Differentiate 'space-like' and 'illusion-like' meditations.
Space-like is during equipoise; illusion-like is in post-meditation.
473
Briefly explain: What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
474
True or False: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
475
Clarify this point: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
476
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the function of praṇidhāna on the path?'?
To direct one’s long-term motivation toward full awakening.
477
How does this principle apply? — List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
478
What does it mean when we say: 'What is 'access concentration' in the śamatha model?'?
The level of stability just before achieving full meditative absorption.
479
Clarify this point: List the five faults that obstruct śamatha.
Laziness, forgetting the object, agitation or dullness, non-application, over-application.
480
How does this principle apply? — Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
481
Briefly explain: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
482
True or False: What are the eight antidotes to meditation faults?
Faith, aspiration, effort, pliancy, mindfulness, introspective awareness, application, and equanimity.
483
True or False: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
484
How does this principle apply? — Why is meditative stability essential for insight?
It allows sustained attention necessary for direct realization.
485
How does this principle apply? — How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
486
Clarify this point: Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
487
Briefly explain: How does one recognize the object of negation in Madhyamaka?
By analyzing what is falsely superimposed as inherent existence.
488
What does it mean when we say: 'How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?'?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
489
True or False: Which form of effort protects the mind from discouragement?
Armor-like joyous effort.
490
True or False: What perfects the ten pāramitās into jñāna?
Their union with non-dual realization free from conceptual elaboration.
491
How does this principle apply? — How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
492
What does it mean when we say: 'What is the difference between effort and attachment to results?'?
Effort is joyful engagement, while attachment fixates on outcomes.
493
Briefly explain: How does Śāntideva suggest one overcomes laziness?
Through confidence, aspiration, joy, and pliancy.
494
Briefly explain: How does jñāna differ from prajñā?
Jñāna is direct non-dual omniscient awareness; prajñā is discriminative wisdom.
495
Why is upāya necessary alongside wisdom?
Without it, practice may become nihilistic or disconnected from compassion.
496
True or False: List some forms of bodhisattva power.
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
497
Clarify this point: What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
498
What does it mean when we say: 'List some forms of bodhisattva power.'?
Miraculous abilities, fearless conduct, ability to tame others.
499
How does this principle apply? — What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
500
What distinguishes Prāsaṅgika Madhyamaka’s view of emptiness?
It asserts phenomena exist only through dependent designation.
