Types of meditation

Question 1

Samatha

Answer 1

Deeper concentration, develop wisdom, understand nature of reality, Theravada Buddhism, focus on breathing and objects

Question 2

Vipassana

Answer 2

Insight meditation, give full attention, understand nature of reality, focus on 3 marks of existence, mindful kindness, Theravada Buddhism, focus on attachments

Question 3

Visualisation

Answer 3

Paintings of Buddhas (thangkas) or mandalas (impermanence), to call upon a Buddhas qualities

Question 4

Zazen

Answer 4

Japanese, understand nature of reality, sitting and relaxing, focus on present

Question 5

Walking

Answer 5

Achieve full awareness, movement and breathing