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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast.
In this livestream Dhamma session on Binara full moon poya, we examine the "HOW TO BE THE BEST OF THE BEST" based on the Venerable Ānanda's teaching in the Sekha-paṭipadā Sutta (MN 53).
We begin with the verse:
“The ruling elite is the best among people
For those whose standard is the clan,
But one accomplished in knowledge and conduct
Is best among devas and humans.”
and examine the full teaching in the Sekha-paṭipadā Sutta (MN 53) on a trainee's mode of practice to be accomplished in knowledge and conduct (vijjācaraṇasampanno), in other words "the best among the best".
**Much merit (bohoma pin) to the person who requested this sutta**
The video of this talk has been published to the Sutta Meditation YouTube channel -
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
To find the YT Sutta Meditation Series playlists visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/SuttaMeditationSeries/playlists, or click on 'Playlists' in the top menu bar.
Selected tables, slides and documents are shared via the Sutta Meditation Series Telegram channel - https://t.me/suttameditationseries
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast.
In this livestream Dhamma session on Esala full moon poya, we examine the "BUDDHA'S ADVICE ON MEDITATION PRACTICE FOR BUSY PEOPLE" based on the Buddha's teaching in the Mahānāma Sutta (AN 11.11).
In this session:
00:00 Start of the session
06:25 Overview of the Mahānāma Sutta (AN 11.11)
07:50 Why this teaching is beneficial and fruitful
11:49 Similar teachings to monastic and lay disciples of the Buddha
17:20 Who was Mahānāma the Sakyan?
19:25 Mahānāma’s question to the Buddha and his brief response
21:00 Establishing the five spiritual faculties
24:05 The six things to be developed
27:58 How it connects to noble attainment (path and fruit)
31:31 “Deep dive” into the recollection of the Buddha
38:07 What happens when we recollect the Buddha's qualities?
40:05 Qualities of the Buddha - first three
59:12 Qualities of the Buddha - middle three
01:22:34 Qualities of the Buddha - last three
01:27:41 Short meditation - recollection of the Buddha (10 mins)
01:37:55 Deepening our understanding the meaning of "one who sees the Dhamma sees me"
01:41:35 “Deep dive” into the recollection of the Dhamma
01:53:44 Short meditation - recollection of the Dhamma (5 mins)
01:59:38 “Deep dive” into the recollection of the Sangha
02:02:25 Eight persons and Eight qualities
02:11:44 Short meditation - recollection of the Sangha (5 mins)
02:16:19 “Deep dive” into the recollection of our own virtuous behaviour
02:24:49 Short meditation - recollection of our own virtuous behaviour (5 mins)
02:30:21 “Deep dive” into the recollection of our own generosity
02:40:25 Short meditation - recollection of our own generosity (5 mins)
02:45:18 “Deep dive” into the recollection of the devas
03:02:54 Short meditation - recollection of the devas
03:07:23 Encouragement
03:10:20 Sharing the merit and Blessings
**Much merit (bohoma pin) to the person who requested this sutta**
The video of this talk has been published to the Sutta Meditation YouTube channel - https://t.ly/j504j
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
To find the YT Sutta Meditation Series playlists visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/SuttaMeditationSeries/playlists, or click on 'Playlists' in the top menu bar.
Selected tables, slides and documents are shared via the Sutta Meditation Series Telegram channel - https://t.me/suttameditationseries
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries
Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice.
— Timestamp —
00:00 Mettā Lab - First Doorway to Nibbāna - 6 July 2024
04:00 Recap on the first four steps of Painful practice with slow realisation to reach the heavenly or divine abode
19:58 First right striving (including the connection to Āneñjasappāya
22:22 Thoroughly contemplating the Noble Truth of Suffering
37:45 With the insight and wisdom up to this point, making the Determination for Truth (for Nibbāna)
45:05 Fulfilling the Concentration due to Desire
48:20 Why restraint of the sense faculties is needed to protect our mind and what we've developed in this insight pathway
55:04 Connecting to the Karaṇīyametta Sutta at "controlled at the sense faculties" (santindriyo) to reach immeasurable loving kindness
57:20 How a deeper understanding of the noble truth of suffering provides a strong foundation for the development of immeasurable loving kindness
01:00:38 How to reach the Beautiful Liberation (subhavimutti) from immeasurable loving kindness
01:01:15 Advice on developing the First Doorway to Nibbana or Painful Practice with Slow Realisation and other resources on Sutta Meditation Series
01:04:33 Brief overview of the key inflection points in this insight pathway
01:09:30 Revisiting the Dhammapada verse 40
01:14:20 Taking a break from Mettā Lab weekly slow sessions to develop and practice these meditations (Karaṇīyametta Sutta and Painful Practice with Slow Realisation) towards immeasurable loving kindness
01:16:03 Sharing the merit and blessings
The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon.
(1) We will begin with the Buddha's instructions on how to develop mettā in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)
(2) Then we will develop the First Doorway to Nibbana or Painful Practice with Slow Realisation which culminates in immeasurable mettā, based on the Asubha Sutta (AN 4.163) and Suttavebhaṅgiya (Pe 9). It also draws on what we learn in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)
(3) Then we will develop mettā with the seven enlightenment factors (bojjhangas), based on the Mettāsahagata Sutta (SN 46.54), which distinguishes the Buddha's teaching of mettā from all others. And liberation of mind by loving kindness (mettācetovimutti)
These are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.
Mettā Lab is for beginners and meditators who wish to refresh and deepen their loving kindness practice. Everyone is welcome.
To watch the YouTube livestream - https://t.ly/ZHHq3
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast.
In this livestream Dhamma session on Poson full moon poya, we examine the Buddha's teaching in the Āneñjasappāya Sutta (MN 106) on the way to the imperturbable.
— TIMESTAMPS —
00:00 The Way to the Imperturbable
01:40 What we'll cover
04:11 What is “āneñja” and the context for this teaching?
18:35 Examples of the Buddha and the imperturbable
22:30 Overview of the Āneñjasappāya Sutta (MN 106)
23:45 “Deep dive” into the Buddha’s teaching on sensuality
46:04 "Deep dive" into the Buddha's teaching on the three ways directed to the imperturbable
1:01:58 "Deep dive" into the Buddha's teaching on the three ways directed to the base of nothingness
1:33:52 "Deep dive" into the Buddha's teaching on the three ways directed to the base of neither-perception-nor-non-perception
1:45:28 "Deep dive" into the Buddha's teaching on noble liberation
2:00:35 Encouragement towards investigating
2:03.38 Sharing the merit and blessings
In this session we cover:
— What is “āneñja” and the context for this teaching?
— Examples of the Buddha and the imperturbable
— Overview of the Āneñjasappāya Sutta (MN 106)
— “Deep dive” into the Buddha’s gradual teaching on sensuality, the higher concentrations and noble liberation
— Encouragement from the Buddha towards investigating
Bohoma pin to the person who requested this sutta.
The video of this talk has been published to the Sutta Meditation YouTube channel - https://t.ly/q3Bwi
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
To find the YT Sutta Meditation Series playlists visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/SuttaMeditationSeries/playlists, or click on 'Playlists' in the top menu bar.
Selected tables, slides and documents are shared via the Sutta Meditation Series Telegram channel - https://t.me/suttameditationseries
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries
Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice.
— Timestamp —
00:00 Mettā Lab - First Doorway to Nibbāna - 15 June 2024
03:32 Recap on the four profitable directions (modes of practice)
09:30 Painful practice with slow realisation
14:05 The five contemplations or profitable perceptions
31:34 Activating or developing the noble eightfold path
32:43 Fulfilling the first jhāna
38:14 Buddha's simile for the first jhāna
46:29 Context within higher training
48:22 Short meditation
1:01:07 First establishment of mindfulness
01:03:24 Arising and passing away of form
01:13:15 Heavenly abiding
01:21:52 Sharing the merit and blessings
The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon.
(1) We will begin with the Buddha's instructions on how to develop mettā in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)
(2) Then we will develop the First Doorway to Nibbana or Painful Practice with Slow Realisation which culminates in immeasurable mettā, based on the Asubha Sutta (AN 4.163) and Suttavebhaṅgiya (Pe 9). It also draws on what we learn in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)
(3) Then we will develop mettā with the seven enlightenment factors (bojjhangas), based on the Mettāsahagata Sutta (SN 46.54), which distinguishes the Buddha's teaching of mettā from all others. And liberation of mind by loving kindness (mettācetovimutti)
These are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.
Mettā Lab is for beginners and meditators who wish to refresh and deepen their loving kindness practice. Everyone is welcome.
To watch the YouTube livestream - https://t.ly/SBjai
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries
Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice.
— Timestamp —
00:00 Mettā Lab - Mettā Q&A - 8 June 2024
04:43 Short meditation - Karaṇīyametta Sutta
15:55 Mettā Q&A
16:02 What meditations would you recommend to prepare the mind for loving kindness?
23:56 What should I do if my mind wanders off while I am taking my own example?
27:40 What's the best way to teach my children Buddha's loving kindness? Do they have to be a certain age to understand?
34:28 Do you have any advice on how to overcome grudges as part of developing mettā?
50:50 Can I spread loving kindness to a relative or friend who has passed away?
53:30 Can you comment on the flow of how we're supposed to develop this Karaṇīyametta Sutta? How much time developing the qualities and then spreading loving kindness?
56:54 When we develop mettā using this method (Karaṇīyametta Sutta) is it linked to the jhānas?
1:03:50 First Doorway to Nibbāna - context and overview
1:30:53 Sharing the merit and blessings
The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon.
(1) We will begin with the Buddha's instructions on how to develop mettā in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)
(2) Then we will develop the First Doorway to Nibbana or Painful Practice with Slow Realisation which culminates in immeasurable mettā, based on the Asubha Sutta (AN 4.163) and Suttavebhaṅgiya (Pe 9). It also draws on what we learn in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)
(3) Then we will develop mettā with the seven enlightenment factors (bojjhangas), based on the Mettāsahagata Sutta (SN 46.54), which distinguishes the Buddha's teaching of mettā from all others. And liberation of mind by loving kindness (mettācetovimutti)
These are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.
Mettā Lab is for beginners and meditators who wish to refresh and deepen their loving kindness practice. Everyone is welcome.
To watch the YouTube livestream - https://t.ly/NSZmV
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast.
This unique Dhamma session was held over Vesak via zoom on "DISPELLING BUDDHIST MYTHS". In this session, we tackled about 6 common Buddhist myths, though we had a longer list of Buddhist myths.
One of our kalyanamittas was keen to have an interactive and fun session during Vesak to debunk or dispel some of the common Buddhist myths that exist, particularly in Buddhist countries.
As always, take what is useful.
Much merit (bohoma pin) for the invitation to be part of this session, coming up with our initial list of Buddhist myths and helping to facilitate this session for the benefit of others.
The video of this talk has been published to the Sutta Meditation YouTube channel - https://t.ly/TGlaR
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
To find the YT Sutta Meditation Series playlists visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/SuttaMeditationSeries/playlists, or click on 'Playlists' in the top menu bar.
Selected tables, slides and documents are shared via the Sutta Meditation Series Telegram channel - https://t.me/suttameditationseries
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries
Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice.
— Timestamp —
00:00 Metta Lab - Karaṇīyametta Sutta - 1 June 2024
05:50 Insight pathway and where we ended in the last session on 25 May 2024
08:26 Understanding and applying Buddha's example of a mother and her one and only child
16:22 How we spread loving kindness in all directions without obstruction, hate and hostility
19:07 Four postures, without drowsiness
21:15 Remembering or being mindful - what we have developed is a "divine abode"
24:48 Virtuous - 9 skilled states
27:31 How we get to the insight (wisdom) of developing this Karaṇīyametta Sutta meditation and noble attainment (path and fruit of non-return)
42:48 Recap of insight pathway meditation - 15 steps
53:34 Short meditation
1:09:12 Info on Upcoming session - First Doorway to Nibbana (Painful Practice with Slow Realisation)
1:13:27 Sharing the merit & blessings
The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon.
(1) We will begin with the Buddha's instructions on how to develop mettā in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)
(2) Then we will develop the First Doorway to Nibbana or Painful Practice with Slow Realisation which culminates in immeasurable mettā, based on the Asubha Sutta (AN 4.163) and Suttavebhaṅgiya (Pe 9). It also draws on what we learn in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)
(3) Then we will develop mettā with the seven enlightenment factors (bojjhangas), based on the Mettāsahagata Sutta (SN 46.54), which distinguishes the Buddha's teaching of mettā from all others. And liberation of mind by loving kindness (mettācetovimutti)
These are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.
Mettā Lab is for beginners and meditators who wish to refresh and deepen their loving kindness practice. Everyone is welcome.
To watch the YouTube livestream - https://t.ly/P214s
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast
Updated on 5 June 2024 for extended version to include Q&A
This is the guided meditation, Dhamma talk and Q&A with Metta Centre (SYD) on "The Mastery of Buddha's Instructions - How it leads to noble attainment and freedom from suffering". This session was conducted via zoom.
— TIMESTAMPS —
04:47 Guided meditation on loving kindness based on Karaṇīyametta Sutta
24:35 Dhamma talk on the Mastery of Buddha's Instructions
53:32 Q&A
1:30:39 Sharing of merit and blessings
The Buddha praised the mastery of instruction over the mastery of psychic power and the mastery of telepathy because it leads to noble attainment and culminates in complete liberation. Lay people received gradual instructions from the Buddha and attained the fruit of stream entry and more.
Now more than 2,500 years after the parinibbāna of the Buddha, if we have faith or conviction in the Buddha, incline towards understanding the Buddha’s gradual instructions and diligently practice in accordance with them, we can still expect wonderful results.
In this Dhamma session we will examine the Buddha’s gradual instructions from the Pali Canon and why they are so valuable and powerful.
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
The full Dhamma session is available on Metta Centre's YT channel - https://t.ly/r8O3d
To find the YT Sutta Meditation Series playlists visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/SuttaMeditationSeries/playlists, or click on 'Playlists' in the top menu bar.
Selected tables, slides and documents are shared via the Sutta Meditation Series Telegram channel - https://t.me/suttameditationseries
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Welcome to Mettā Lab @suttameditationseries
Mettā Lab is a weekly YouTube livestream Dhamma session on the Sutta Meditation Series channel to develop and intensify our loving kindness (mettā) practice.
— Timestamp —
00:00 Metta Lab - Karaṇīyametta Sutta - 25 May 2024
05:02 Quick recap
20:38 Short meditation - up to "May all beings be happy"
30:21 Loving kindness and the noble eightfold path
33:45 Right view leads to Right thought (understanding twofold thought)
37:47 Range or spectrum of living beings
44:35 "Let no one deceive another"
47:50 "Nor despise anyone anywhere"
52:24 "With anger or ill will, one should not wish another to suffer"
53:53 How do we remove anger (byārosanā)?
1:00:44 How do we remove ill will (paṭighasañña)?
1:09:45 Sharing the merit & blessings
The focus is on developing *supramundane* loving kindness in accordance with the Buddha's teachings in the Pali Canon.
(1) We will begin with the Buddha's instructions on how to develop mettā in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)(2) Then we will develop the First Doorway to Nibbana or Painful Practice with Slow Realisation which culminates in immeasurable mettā, based on the Asubha Sutta (AN 4.163) and Suttavebhaṅgiya (Pe 9). It also draws on what we learn in the Karaṇīyametta Sutta (Snp 1.8)(3) Then we will develop mettā with the seven enlightenment factors (bojjhangas), based on the Mettāsahagata Sutta (SN 46.54), which distinguishes the Buddha's teaching of mettā from all others. And liberation of mind by loving kindness (mettācetovimutti)
These are purposely "slow sessions" to gradually learn (or revise), develop and practise each step of these sutta meditations. Each session will be 1 to 1.5 hours duration. And during the session there will be short meditation periods. It may take a few weeks to complete each sutta meditation.
Mettā Lab is for beginners and meditators who wish to refresh and deepen their loving kindness practice. Everyone is welcome.
To watch the YouTube livestream - https://t.ly/YSxB1
For all enquiries - [email protected]
Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai
The podcast currently has 368 episodes available.