How does meditation practice develop the mind? | Phra Ajahn Amaro | Ajahn Chah's Discipline
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- How does meditation practice develop the mind? Dhamma Talk By Phra Ajahn Amaro
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Phra Ajahn Amaro is the abbot of the Amaravati Buddhist Monastery at the eastern end of the Chiltern Hills in south east England.
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The most pleasant theravada monk to listen to. So much respect for him.
Could not agree more, I feel Amaro speaks the Dhamma very naturally.
Yes I enjoy Ajarn Amaro talks/stories and I find them pleasant but I also enjoy Ajarn Sumedho talks maybe not as pleasant of voice but he has some very insightful stories/talks
When I say stories/talks it means their examples they use to show the point they are trying to show us... I need both Ajarn Amaro and Ajarn Sumedho stories and with explanation of Ajarn Chah way of teaching
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What a beautiful dhamma talk. Thank you Ajahn Amaro.
He radiates such pure joy and understanding. I observe in my own mind a preference for Ajahn Amaro over many other monastics who I listen to on youtube, such as Yuttadhammo Bhikku and Ajahn Brahm (though I have learnt greatly from Yuttadhammo). Why do I suffer this preference, this 'liking' for one over the others? I see it as a defilement of my mind, as an opportunity for clear comprehension of my views, and hopefully as a path toward the cessation of ignorance.
May all beings be awakened.
I have listened to them as well and have come to prefer Ajahn Amaro as well. They have different styles and also appeal to you based on how far you are in your training and familiarity with Dhamma. Ajahn Brahm is story oriented and is quite motivational. Ajahn Amaro becomes more attractive once you have gained some meditation practice and have some basic knowledge of Dhamma.
Hi, I think it's because you have a strong karmic connection with Ajahn Amaro. I love his teachings. Wishing you every blessing in the Triple Gem.
My favourite place in UK is Amarawathibuddhist monastery. Thanks Ajan Amaro. If I can breathe I can meditate.
It's a wonderful explanation about meditation. The modern-day world really needs this type of teaching. Otherwise, it won't survive in the next decades.
Sharpening the faculties for attainment.
How to strive for attainment?
Pay great attention to these 9 ways while you are practicing SATIPATTHANA VIPASANNA.
The first way is that the meditator must keep in mind that he will realise the dissolution of mental and physical processes or compounded things when he observer them as they really are. This should be the attitude of a meditator. Sometimes he does not believe that every mental and physical process is impermanent, subject to arising and passing away (anicca). Because of this preconception he may not be able to realise the true nature of the mind-body processes. Though he may gain deep concentration, it would only enable him to attain peace and happiness to a limited extent. The commentary says:
A meditator must keep in mind that he see
only the destruction of arisen formations.
2. The second way is, he must practise mindfulness meditation seriously. If he lacks respect for the technique or the result of meditation, then he will not put enough effort into his practice. Consequently, he cannot concentrate his mind well on the object of meditation. He will not be able to realise the true nature of nama and rupa.
3. The third way is that his mindfulness of mental and physical processes must be uninterrupted, continuous, constant and sustained. Only then can he attain the deep concentration upon which he can build insight knowledge which penetrates into the true nature of mental and physical processes. This is a very important point which every meditator must follow. While you are awake, you must constantly and continuously be aware of whatever arises in your mind and body as it really is. Be mindful for the whole day without a break.
The fourth way is the seven kinds of suitability which a meditator should depend upon: a suitable abode or meditation hall, resort for alms, speech, co-meditator, food, climate and posture. Whether or not the conditions are suitable, you should make enough effort in your practice.
5. The fifth way is that a meditator must remember the way by which he attained deep concentration. By practising itrepeatedly he thereby acquires the skill to enable him to attain deep concentration.
6. The sixth way is that a meditator must develop the Seven Factors of Enlightenment (bojjhanga). He must develop them as and when they are needed; they are: mindfulness, investigation of dhamma, energy, rapture, tranquility, concentration and equanimity.
When the mind is sluggish he should develop the enlightenment-factors of mindfulness, investigation of dhamma, energy and rapture. While the mind is too active he must develop the factors of tranquility, concentration and equanimity.
7. The seventh way is he must not worry about his body or even his life. Sometimes a meditator who strives very hard in his meditative practice from four o' clock in the morning to ten at night without rest, may worry that his body is weak. He may not put forth enough effort in his practice and his mindfulness will not be constant, continuous and sustained. When mindfulness is weak, it cannot bring about deep concentration. When concentration is weak, insight knowledge of the true nature of bodily and mental processes will not unfold. That is why the VISUDDHI MAGGA says that to sharpen these five mental faculties the meditator must not be concerned about his body and health. He must strive to the utmost, practising strenuously for the whole day without taking rest or a break and without concern for the body.
8. The eighth way is that whenever mental or physical pain arises, he should strive to note it by putting more effort into his practice. When pain arises, there is a tendency or desire to change position so that it will disappear, but he must not do so. Instead, he must put more effort in his practice to overcome the pain by being aware of it more energetically, attentively and precisely. The pain will become his 'friend' because it enables him to attain deep concentration and clear insight.
The ninth way is that he must not stop half-way to his goal. He must not stop his practice of mindfulness meditation before he attains Arahantship. He must strive his best, putting persistent effort in his practice until he has achieved his goal.
There are the mind ways of sharpening five mental faculties. We can summarize them as follows:
1. Keep in mind the aim to realise the impermanence of the mental-physical processes.
2. Practise the Dhamma seriously and with respect.
3. Maintain constant, uninterrupted and continuous mindfulness by being aware of all daily activities.
4. Seven kinds of suitability must be followed
5. Remember how to achieve the concentration that was attained previously
6. Develop the seven Factors of Enlightenment
7. Do not worry about your bodily health and life during meditation
8. Overcome physical pain through strenuous effort in your practice
9. Do not stop half-way to your goal. You must always be striving so long as you have not yet attained Arahantship.
Buddhang saranam gacchami
Thankyou sir. Believe in meditation truely. I really had bad day yesterday....ur talk wl motivate me enough to meditate aftr long time.
It is respectful to learn from a Theravada monk.
Very Powerful dhamma talk.
Ajaghn Amaro. Very fortunate to find this talk shared by you while i search for Wat Pah Nanachat in UA-cam. Thank You for simple yet profound explanation. Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.
Listened to this five times today. So clear and fun to understand. Thank you!
Vandami bhanteji
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Very nice Dhamma talk
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Sadhu sadhu sadhu
Amazing, I was just learning about pamada today from the Pali 5 precepts…pamādaṭṭhānā
I love Ajahn Amaro, I'm very grateful for all the talks he has given and gives. Thank you Bhante, from the bottom of my heart.
Sadhu sadhu sadhu good talk helps to improves meditation and how happily you explain very nice 🙏🏻🙏🏻
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Thanku Bhante for your precious talk about the mindfulness. 🙏🙏🙏💐
Excellent Talk ... thanks for your insight it helps my mind's insight
🙏Thank Phra Ajahn Amaro very much. สาธุกับพระธรรมคำสอน พระอาจารย์ท่านสอนอธิบายชัดเจน อายตนะ ผัสสะ ประทับใจค่ะ
This is really useful such as mindfulness, loving-kindness etc. sadhu 🙏
Brilliant talks, thanks, May you have good health. Budusarani.
Great dhamma talk Ajahn! Your playful and joyous presentation was very refreshing! Thank you sir.
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I've noticed that many monks who follow the tradition of Ajahn Chah have this kind of straight forward, joyful tone.
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If you can breathe, you can meditate. Understood! No excuses!
Excelente explicación! Gracias.
Such a wonderful dhamma talk! Thank you for uploading.
Excellent talk about lokdhamm is of realisation how we experience by meditation thanks bhanteji your talks are always motivational full of reality you express with actions happily
Great teacher!
Wise, cheerful and very practical as always. Thank you Ajahn!
Thank you so much for up loading dhamma talks in Eng Sardu Sardu Sardu
Amazing talks. So helpful to reflect on and practice in our daily lives . Thank you Ajahn
I’m so grateful I found you🙏🏼
Thank you. Really helpful to me.
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu. For the great explanation. Thank you
Namo Buddhaya!!!!!
Shadu Shadu Shadu
Thoughtful to be to oneself firstly and to others.
Namo tasa bhagavato arahato sama-sambuddhassa Namo tasa bhagavato arahato sama-sambuddhassa Namo tasa bhagavato arahato sama-sambuddhassa .
🙏🙏🙏 Chandra Silva from Melbourne
May I share this video by re-uping it on my channel pls! Wonderful Dhamma talk. Sadhu!
Very good Dhamma talk and it is very clear for me in Meditation. Thank you so much Bhanteji.
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Sadhu sadhu sadhu Anumodami 🙏🙏🙏
Sadhu sadhu sadhu 🙏
Thank you
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Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.
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Sadhu! Sadhu! Sadhu!
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu
Your being says it all.....Beautiful Talk!
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Superb.......!
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Namo buddhay
How do you discern wisdom from a thougth? Can you assert what is a mere thougth and what is wisdom?
Sathu
This monk is the best-looking monk I've seen my entire life. Just joking.
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Hahahaha... How true 😏... What I think is right!! Such closed mind n ego... But right views is paramount :)
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สวัสดีครับท่านผู้มีความสนใจในธรรมทั้งหลาย
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15:38 good start. dont be anything
Sadhu sadhu sadhu
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Two turntables and a microphone.
เรียนสิ่งภายนอกนั้นไม่จบ เรียนรู้ตัวเองจบทุกอย่าง
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Why do you eat?
Does that mean that Galileo adversaries were neither wrong nor right ? No... Galileo was right and others were wrong. Being compassionate and moral I agree with but not at the expense of scientific truths.
He's such a fake, talks the talk and that's it. Likes to show off his gay biceps.
Yama Buddha talks and kills the good sadhu sadhu left hand of god
Yes, meditation is much broader..... It has nothing to do with sitting and watching your breath or observing monkey mind. Dying to see where you actually go with this. What do you mean "broader." Do you actually understand what you just said? Meditation is food for the heart? The heart pumps blood. Food for the mind? How is emptiness food? Can you eat a banana without eating it? Meditation is food to the mind like fasting is food for the body. If you are eating during your fast you are not actually fasting. If you are eating during meditation, what is it you think you are doing? "I am meditating!" Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha .,...... Words of the person who eats while he meditates. I am shoving meditation down my throat by doing it. Can one who understands meditation actually meditate? Is there a doing? Is there someone doing this or that? Meditation is food? My ass. If you see food in front of you, you do not understand.
WHO are you asking?
Sathu
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