LWC6_Ch1 Part 4 - Introduction to the Bodhisattva Perfections Flashcards
(500 cards)
Why is mindfulness emphasized in the context of ethics and realization?
This view rejects nihilism and eternalism by affirming dependent origination without essence.
Explain the importance of non-self according to the teachings.
It points to the necessity of a qualified teacher and the continuity of lineage.
According to the readings, how should one approach precious human life?
It points to the necessity of a qualified teacher and the continuity of lineage.
How is three trainings contrasted with other views in the chapter?
It is used to instill courage, resolve, and a sense of sacred responsibility toward others.
Describe how the precepts supports the development of compassion.
The teachings relate it to the practice of the Six PÄramitÄs and the purification of obscurations.
What is the Buddhist view on compassion as explained in Chapter 1?
It highlights the centrality of ethical conduct as foundational to all paths of practice.
How is Buddha-nature related to the path of liberation?
This aspect is portrayed as the seed of awakening already present within all beings.
According to the readings, how should one approach loving-kindness?
It is compared to a jewel hidden in clay, awaiting discovery through disciplined practice.
Why is non-self emphasized in the context of ethics and realization?
The teachings relate it to the practice of the Six PÄramitÄs and the purification of obscurations.
According to the readings, how should one approach right view?
This is viewed as inseparable from the cultivation of bodhicitta and the understanding of interdependence.
How is mindfulness related to the path of liberation?
This is viewed as inseparable from the cultivation of bodhicitta and the understanding of interdependence.
Describe how Buddha-nature supports the development of compassion.
It points to the necessity of a qualified teacher and the continuity of lineage.
How is the spiritual teacher related to the path of liberation?
It highlights the centrality of ethical conduct as foundational to all paths of practice.
What does the text say about meditative stability?
It is used to instill courage, resolve, and a sense of sacred responsibility toward others.
How is non-self related to the path of liberation?
It points to the necessity of a qualified teacher and the continuity of lineage.
Describe how bodhicitta supports the development of compassion.
It is used to instill courage, resolve, and a sense of sacred responsibility toward others.
Explain the importance of karma according to the teachings.
It highlights the centrality of ethical conduct as foundational to all paths of practice.
What does the text say about right view?
It is compared to a jewel hidden in clay, awaiting discovery through disciplined practice.
How is compassion contrasted with other views in the chapter?
This aspect is portrayed as the seed of awakening already present within all beings.
How is compassion contrasted with other views in the chapter?
This is viewed as inseparable from the cultivation of bodhicitta and the understanding of interdependence.
What is the Buddhist view on precious human life as explained in Chapter 1?
This view rejects nihilism and eternalism by affirming dependent origination without essence.
Why is the role of ethics emphasized in the context of ethics and realization?
It points to the necessity of a qualified teacher and the continuity of lineage.
What does the text say about Buddha-nature?
The teachings relate it to the practice of the Six PÄramitÄs and the purification of obscurations.
What does the text say about three trainings?
It serves as the ground for developing wisdom and cutting through delusions.