LWC6_Ch 5 Part 1 - The Ten Perfections in the Pāli Tradition Flashcards
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Which suttas or sources discuss Sīla (virtue)?
It is considered a foundational perfection, supporting the development of selflessness and compassion.
How is Dāna (generosity) practiced in Theravāda Buddhism?
Its role is to counter specific defilements and strengthen the intention for awakening.
How does Nekkhamma (renunciation) relate to ethical development?
This pāramī is essential for reducing attachment and increasing spiritual independence.
Which suttas or sources discuss Sacca (truthfulness)?
Bhikkhu Bodhi emphasizes its role in building mental resolve and ethical consistency.
How does Khanti (patience) prepare the mind for awakening?
The Jātaka stories highlight this perfection through examples of self-sacrifice and virtue.
Which suttas or sources discuss Sīla (virtue)?
Buddhaghosa explains it as both restraint and positive cultivation rooted in wisdom.
Why is Nekkhamma (renunciation) important on the path of a bodhisatta?
Buddhaghosa explains it as both restraint and positive cultivation rooted in wisdom.
How is Mettā (loving-kindness) practiced in Theravāda Buddhism?
Its role is to counter specific defilements and strengthen the intention for awakening.
Describe an example of Sīla (virtue) from the Jātaka tales.
Buddhaghosa explains it as both restraint and positive cultivation rooted in wisdom.
How does Mettā (loving-kindness) relate to ethical development?
This pāramī is essential for reducing attachment and increasing spiritual independence.
Which suttas or sources discuss Paññā (wisdom)?
Bhikkhu Bodhi emphasizes its role in building mental resolve and ethical consistency.
How does Paññā (wisdom) compare to its Mahāyāna counterpart?
It is described in the Aṅguttara Nikāya as a quality perfected through consistent practice across many lives.
Which suttas or sources discuss Sacca (truthfulness)?
This pāramī is essential for reducing attachment and increasing spiritual independence.
How is Sacca (truthfulness) practiced in Theravāda Buddhism?
It corresponds to the Mahāyāna pāramitā but differs in emphasis on liberation vs omniscience.
How does Khanti (patience) prepare the mind for awakening?
Its role is to counter specific defilements and strengthen the intention for awakening.
How does Paññā (wisdom) prepare the mind for awakening?
Its role is to counter specific defilements and strengthen the intention for awakening.
Why is Sīla (virtue) important on the path of a bodhisatta?
The Jātaka stories highlight this perfection through examples of self-sacrifice and virtue.
Describe an example of Sīla (virtue) from the Jātaka tales.
Theravāda texts treat this as a vehicle for purifying both actions and motivation.
Why is Nekkhamma (renunciation) important on the path of a bodhisatta?
This perfection is developed not just in meditation, but in daily conduct and interpersonal behavior.
What does Bhikkhu Bodhi say about Viriya (energy)?
Theravāda texts treat this as a vehicle for purifying both actions and motivation.
How is Khanti (patience) practiced in Theravāda Buddhism?
This pāramī is essential for reducing attachment and increasing spiritual independence.
How does Nekkhamma (renunciation) relate to ethical development?
Bhikkhu Bodhi emphasizes its role in building mental resolve and ethical consistency.
How is Adhiṭṭhāna (resolve) practiced in Theravāda Buddhism?
It is considered a foundational perfection, supporting the development of selflessness and compassion.
Describe an example of Sīla (virtue) from the Jātaka tales.
It is considered a foundational perfection, supporting the development of selflessness and compassion.