The Gradual Path of Buddhism We all travel at different paces, and we are all at different stages of progress, at different parts of our lives. There is NO ‘one-size fits all’ philosophy in Buddhism!

The Gradual Path of Buddhism We all travel at different paces, and we are all at different stages of progress, at different parts of our lives. There is NO ‘one-size fits all’ philosophy in Buddhism!

The Gradual Path of Buddhism We all travel at different paces, and we are all at different stages of progress, at different parts of our lives. There is NO ‘one-size fits all’ philosophy in Buddhism!

The Gradual Path of Buddhism Buddhism is a gradual path of progress that recognizes people are all different. One of the great teachings of the Buddha - The Mangala Sutta - guides us along this gradual path.

The Gradual Path of Buddhism Buddhism is a gradual path of progress that recognizes people are all different. One of the great teachings of the Buddha - The Mangala Sutta - guides us along this gradual path.

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Avoid wrongful occupations Follow a code of discipline Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Take Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Break the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Help others Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Taking Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Cultivate good friendships Mangala Sutta : 1 st Blessing – Associate not with the foolish. 2 nd Blessing – Associate with the wise. The Buddha to Ananda : “Not half, but a person's entire life is established on friendship, companionship and association with the good." Choose your friends wisely!

Cultivate good friendships Mangala Sutta : 1 st Blessing – Associate not with the foolish. 2 nd Blessing – Associate with the wise. The Buddha to Ananda : “Not half, but a person's entire life is established on friendship, companionship and association with the good." Choose your friends wisely!

Cultivate good friendships Mangala Sutta : 1 st Blessing – Associate not with the foolish. 2 nd Blessing – Associate with the wise. The Buddha to Ananda : “Not half, but a person's entire life is established on friendship, companionship and association with the good." Choose your friends wisely!

Cultivate good friendships Mangala Sutta : 1 st Blessing – Associate not with the foolish. 2 nd Blessing – Associate with the wise. The Buddha to Ananda : “Not half, but a person's entire life is established on friendship, companionship and association with the good." Choose your friends wisely!

Cultivate good friendships Mangala Sutta : 1 st Blessing – Associate not with the foolish. 2 nd Blessing – Associate with the wise. The Buddha to Ananda : “Not half, but a person's entire life is established on friendship, companionship and association with the good." Choose your friends wisely!

Cultivate good friendships Mangala Sutta : 1 st Blessing – Associate not with the foolish. 2 nd Blessing – Associate with the wise. The Buddha to Ananda : “Not half, but a person's entire life is established on friendship, companionship and association with the good." Choose your friends wisely!

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Help others Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Taking Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Avoid wrongful occupations Follow a code of discipline Help others Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Taking Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

The Five Precepts 1. Abstain from harming and killing 2. Abstain from taking what is not given 3. Abstain from sexual misconduct 4. Abstain from lying and false speech 5. Abstain from abuse of intoxicants and drugs

The Five Precepts 1. Abstain from harming and killing 2. Abstain from taking what is not given 3. Abstain from sexual misconduct 4. Abstain from lying and false speech 5. Abstain from abuse of intoxicants and drugs

The Five Precepts 1. Abstain from harming and killing 2. Abstain from taking what is not given 3. Abstain from sexual misconduct 4. Abstain from lying and false speech 5. Abstain from abuse of intoxicants and drugs

The Five Precepts 1. Abstain from harming and killing 2. Abstain from taking what is not given 3. Abstain from sexual misconduct 4. Abstain from lying and false speech 5. Abstain from abuse of intoxicants and drugs

The Five Precepts 1. Abstain from harming and killing 2. Abstain from taking what is not given 3. Abstain from sexual misconduct 4. Abstain from lying and false speech 5. Abstain from abuse of intoxicants and drugs

The Five Precepts 1. Abstain from harming and killing 2. Abstain from taking what is not given 3. Abstain from sexual misconduct 4. Abstain from lying and false speech 5. Abstain from abuse of intoxicants and drugs

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Avoid wrongful occupations Follow a code of discipline Help others Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Taking Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Avoid wrongful occupations Follow a code of discipline Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Taking Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Avoid wrongful occupations Follow a code of discipline Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Taking Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Kamma Throughout our lives, we are continually creating good and bad kamma through 3 types of actions : 1. Actions of body 2. Actions of speech 3. Actions of mind

Kamma Throughout our lives, we are continually creating good and bad kamma through 3 types of actions : 1. Actions of body 2. Actions of speech 3. Actions of mind

Kamma Throughout our lives, we are continually creating good and bad kamma through 3 types of actions : 1. Actions of body 2. Actions of speech 3. Actions of mind

Kamma Throughout our lives, we are continually creating good and bad kamma through 3 types of actions : 1. Actions of body 2. Actions of speech 3. Actions of mind

The 10 Demeritorious Deeds 1. Killing 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Demeritorious Deeds 1. Killing 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Demeritorious Deeds 1. Killing 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Demeritorious Deeds 1. Killing 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Demeritorious Deeds 1. Killing 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Demeritorious Deeds 1. Killing 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Demeritorious Deeds 1. Killing 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Killing 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. StealingBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Sexual misconduct 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Self-control 4. Lying 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Self-control 4. Truthful speech 5. SlanderingVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Self-control 4. Truthful speech 5. Kind speechVerbal actions 6. Harsh speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Self-control 4. Truthful speech 5. Kind speechVerbal actions 6. Pleasant speech 7. Gossip 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Self-control 4. Truthful speech 5. Kind speechVerbal actions 6. Pleasant speech 7. Meaningful speech 8. Covetousness 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Self-control 4. Truthful speech 5. Kind speechVerbal actions 6. Pleasant speech 7. Meaningful speech 8. Sympathetic joy 9. Ill-willMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Self-control 4. Truthful speech 5. Kind speechVerbal actions 6. Pleasant speech 7. Meaningful speech 8. Sympathetic joy 9. Loving-kindnessMental actions 10. Wrong view

The 10 Meritorious Deeds 1. Compassion 2. GenerosityBodily actions 3. Self-control 4. Truthful speech 5. Kind speechVerbal actions 6. Pleasant speech 7. Meaningful speech 8. Sympathetic joy 9. Loving-kindnessMental actions 10. Right view

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Taking Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

The Guardians of the World Hiri – Moral Shame The self-respect to avoid wrongdoing out of a feeling of personal honor. Internal reference. Ottappa – Moral Dread The fear to avoid wrongdoing due to blame and punishment by others. External orientation.

The Guardians of the World Hiri – Moral Shame The self-respect to avoid wrongdoing out of a feeling of personal honor. Internal reference. Ottappa – Moral Dread The fear to avoid wrongdoing due to blame and punishment by others. External orientation.

The Guardians of the World Hiri – Moral Shame The self-respect to avoid wrongdoing out of a feeling of personal honor. Internal reference. Ottappa – Moral Dread The fear to avoid wrongdoing due to blame and punishment by others. External orientation.

The Guardians of the World Hiri – Moral Shame The self-respect to avoid wrongdoing out of a feeling of personal honor. Internal reference. Ottappa – Moral Dread The fear to avoid wrongdoing due to blame and punishment by others. External orientation.

The Guardians of the World Hiri – Moral Shame The self-respect to avoid wrongdoing out of a feeling of personal honor. Internal reference. Ottappa – Moral Dread The fear to avoid wrongdoing due to blame and punishment by others. External orientation.

The Guardians of the World Hiri – Moral Shame The self-respect to avoid wrongdoing out of a feeling of personal honor. Internal reference. Ottappa – Moral Dread The fear to avoid wrongdoing due to blame and punishment by others. External orientation.

The Guardians of the World “If these two bright guardians were not to protect the world, there would be anarchy, confusion and widespread immorality. But if these two bright guardians do protect the world, there will be peace, harmony, decency and dignity.” Hiri Ottappa Sutta, AN 2.9

The Guardians of the World “If these two bright guardians were not to protect the world, there would be anarchy, confusion and widespread immorality. But if these two bright guardians do protect the world, there will be peace, harmony, decency and dignity.” Hiri Ottappa Sutta, AN 2.9

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Taking Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Take Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Taking Refuge Good to take refuge in the Triple Gem of the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha. Reaffirms our commitment. Reinforces our kammic link. Can be done formally or by ourselves.

Taking Refuge Good to take refuge in the Triple Gem of the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha. Reaffirms our commitment. Reinforces our kammic link. Can be done formally or by ourselves.

Taking Refuge Good to take refuge in the Triple Gem of the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha. Reaffirms our commitment. Reinforces our kammic link. Can be done formally or by ourselves.

Taking Refuge Good to take refuge in the Triple Gem of the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha. Reaffirms our commitment. Reinforces our kammic link. Can be done formally or by ourselves.

Taking Refuge Good to take refuge in the Triple Gem of the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha. Reaffirms our commitment. Reinforces our kammic link. Can be done formally or by ourselves.

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Take Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Breaking the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Take Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Start to break the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

The 10 Fetters Four stages of development : 1.Stream-enterer - Sotapan 2.Once-returner - Sakadagami 3.Non-returner - Anagami 4.Enlightened being - Arahant

The 10 Fetters Four stages of development : 1.Stream-enterer - Sotapan 2.Once-returner - Sakadagami 3.Non-returner - Anagami 4.Enlightened being - Arahant

The 10 Fetters Four stages of development : 1.Stream-enterer - Sotapan 2.Once-returner - Sakadagami 3.Non-returner - Anagami 4.Enlightened being - Arahant

The 10 Fetters Four stages of development : 1.Stream-enterer - Sotapan 2.Once-returner - Sakadagami 3.Non-returner - Anagami 4.Enlightened being - Arahant

The 10 Fetters Four stages of development : 1.Stream-enterer - Sotapan 2.Once-returner - Sakadagami 3.Non-returner - Anagami 4.Enlightened being - Arahant

The 10 Fetters Four stages of development : 1.Stream-enterer - Sotapan 2.Once-returner - Sakadagami 3.Non-returner - Anagami 4.Enlightened being - Arahant

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters Stream-enterer – Sotapan At most seven more lifetimes before attaining full enlightenment. They have ‘entered the stream’ to Nibbana. They will be reborn only in the human or a heavenly realm, and never in a lower realm. They have eradicated the first three fetters.

The 10 Fetters Stream-enterer – Sotapan At most seven more lifetimes before attaining full enlightenment. They have ‘entered the stream’ to Nibbana. They will be reborn only in the human or a heavenly realm, and never in a lower realm. They have eradicated the first three fetters.

The 10 Fetters Stream-enterer – Sotapan At most seven more lifetimes before attaining full enlightenment. They have ‘entered the stream’ to Nibbana. They will be reborn only in the human or a heavenly realm, and never in a lower realm. They have eradicated the first three fetters.

The 10 Fetters Stream-enterer – Sotapan At most seven more lifetimes before attaining full enlightenment. They have ‘entered the stream’ to Nibbana. They will be reborn only in the human or a heavenly realm, and never in a lower realm. They have eradicated the first three fetters.

The 10 Fetters Stream-enterer – Sotapan At most seven more lifetimes before attaining full enlightenment. They have ‘entered the stream’ to Nibbana. They will be reborn only in the human or a heavenly realm, and never in a lower realm. They have eradicated the first three fetters.

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubtsSotapan 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

Linear concept of Existence BirthLifeDeath leading to : End of existence - Nihilism or Eternal life - Eternalism Eternity

Linear concept of Existence BirthLifeDeath leading to : End of existence - Nihilism or Eternal life - Eternalism Eternity

Linear concept of Existence BirthLifeDeath leading to : End of existence - Nihilism or Eternal life - Eternalism Eternity

Linear concept of Existence BirthLifeDeath leading to : End of existence - Nihilism or Eternal life - Eternalism Eternity

Linear concept of Existence BirthLifeDeath leading to : End of existence - Nihilism or Eternal life - Eternalism Eternity

Linear concept of Existence BirthLifeDeath leading to : End of existence - Nihilism or Eternal life - Eternalism Eternity

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubtsSotapan 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubtsSotapan 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters Once-returner – Sakadagami Only one more life in the human or a heavenly realm before attaining full enlightenment. They have eradicated the first three fetters and weakened, but not yet completely eradicated the next two (4 & 5).

The 10 Fetters Once-returner – Sakadagami Only one more life in the human or a heavenly realm before attaining full enlightenment. They have eradicated the first three fetters and weakened, but not yet completely eradicated the next two (4 & 5).

The 10 Fetters Once-returner – Sakadagami Only one more life in the human or a heavenly realm before attaining full enlightenment. They have eradicated the first three fetters and weakened, but not yet completely eradicated the next two (4 & 5).

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and ritualsSotapan 4. Greed for sense pleasuresSakadagami 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasuresSakadagami 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasuresSakadagami 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters Non-returner - Anagami A final life in a very high and refined heavenly realm and will gain full enlightenment in that realm. They have eradicated the first five fetters.

The 10 Fetters Non-returner - Anagami A final life in a very high and refined heavenly realm and will gain full enlightenment in that realm. They have eradicated the first five fetters.

The 10 Fetters Non-returner - Anagami A final life in a very high and refined heavenly realm and will gain full enlightenment in that realm. They have eradicated the first five fetters.

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasuresSakadagami 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-willAnagami 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-willAnagami 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters Enlightened being - Arahant Arahants have successfully eradicated all ten fetters and have become fully enlightened. They have freed themselves from rebirth and attained Nibbana.

The 10 Fetters Enlightened being - Arahant Arahants have successfully eradicated all ten fetters and have become fully enlightened. They have freed themselves from rebirth and attained Nibbana.

The 10 Fetters Enlightened being - Arahant Arahants have successfully eradicated all ten fetters and have become fully enlightened. They have freed themselves from rebirth and attained Nibbana.

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-willAnagami 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and pride 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and prideArahant 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and prideArahant 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and prideArahant 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and prideArahant 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

The 10 Fetters 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubts 3. Belief in rites and rituals 4. Greed for sense pleasures 5. Anger and ill-will 6. Desire for heavenly rebirth 7. Desire for higher heavenly rebirth 8. Conceit and prideArahant 9. Restlessness and discontent 10. Ignorance and delusion

Stream-enterer 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubtsEradicated 3. Belief in rites and rituals Characteristics Having the company of good spiritual friends. Unshakeable confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma and the (noble) Sangha. Consistent in keeping the Five Precepts.

Stream-enterer 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubtsEradicated 3. Belief in rites and rituals Characteristics Having the company of good spiritual friends. Unshakeable confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma and the (noble) Sangha. Consistent in keeping the Five Precepts.

Stream-enterer 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubtsEradicated 3. Belief in rites and rituals Characteristics Having the company of good spiritual friends. Unshakeable confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma and the (noble) Sangha. Consistent in keeping the Five Precepts.

Stream-enterer 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubtsEradicated 3. Belief in rites and rituals Characteristics Having the company of good spiritual friends. Unshakeable confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma and the (noble) Sangha. Consistent in keeping the Five Precepts.

Stream-enterer 1. Wrong view of self 2. Sceptical or irrational doubtsEradicated 3. Belief in rites and rituals Characteristics Having the company of good spiritual friends. Unshakeable confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma and the (noble) Sangha. Consistent in keeping the Five Precepts.

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Take Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Start to break the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

Get yourself on the right path Cultivate good friendships Follow a code of discipline Avoid wrongful occupations Develop the 10 Meritorious Deeds Help others Take Refuge Be in touch with the Dhamma Seriously practice the 8 Fold Path Start to break the 10 Fetters The Gradual Path

The Noble Eightfold Path Right Speech Morality – The Foundation of Everything Right Action Right Livelihood Right Effort Mental Development Right Mindfulness Right Concentration Right Understanding Wisdom Right Thought

The Noble Eightfold Path Right Speech Morality – The Foundation of Everything Right Action Right Livelihood Right Effort Mental Development Right Mindfulness Right Concentration Right Understanding Wisdom Right Thought

The Noble Eightfold Path Right Speech Morality – The Foundation of Everything Right Action Right Livelihood Right Effort Mental Development Right Mindfulness Right Concentration Right Understanding Wisdom Right Thought

The Six Virtues of the Dhamma 1.Svakkhato Bhagavata Dhammo – Discovered and well expounded by the Buddha. 2.Sanditthiko – Can be directly experienced. 3.Akaliko – With immediate results. 4.Ehipassiko – To be approached to be seen. 5.Opanayiko – Capable of being attained. 6.Paccattam Veditabbo Vinnuhi – To be comprehended by the wise, for himself.

The Six Virtues of the Dhamma 1.Svakkhato Bhagavata Dhammo – Discovered and well expounded by the Buddha. 2.Sanditthiko – Can be directly experienced. 3.Akaliko – With immediate results. 4.Ehipassiko – To be approached to be seen. 5.Opanayiko – Capable of being attained. 6.Paccattam Veditabbo Vinnuhi – To be comprehended by the wise, for himself.

The Six Virtues of the Dhamma 1.Svakkhato Bhagavata Dhammo – Discovered and well expounded by the Buddha. 2.Sanditthiko – Can be directly experienced. 3.Akaliko – With immediate results. 4.Ehipassiko – To be approached to be seen. 5.Opanayiko – Capable of being attained. 6.Paccattam Veditabbo Vinnuhi – To be comprehended by the wise, for himself.

The Six Virtues of the Dhamma 1.Svakkhato Bhagavata Dhammo – Discovered and well expounded by the Buddha. 2.Sanditthiko – Can be directly experienced. 3.Akaliko – With immediate results. 4.Ehipassiko – To be approached to be seen. 5.Opanayiko – Capable of being attained. 6.Paccattam Veditabbo Vinnuhi – To be comprehended by the wise, for himself.

The Six Virtues of the Dhamma 1.Svakkhato Bhagavata Dhammo – Discovered and well expounded by the Buddha. 2.Sanditthiko – Can be directly experienced. 3.Akaliko – With immediate results. 4.Ehipassiko – To be approached to be seen. 5.Opanayiko – Capable of being attained. 6.Paccattam Veditabbo Vinnuhi – To be comprehended by the wise, for himself.

The Six Virtues of the Dhamma 1.Svakkhato Bhagavata Dhammo – Discovered and well expounded by the Buddha. 2.Sanditthiko – Can be directly experienced. 3.Akaliko – With immediate results. 4.Ehipassiko – To be approached to be seen. 5.Opanayiko – Capable of being attained. 6.Paccattam Veditabbo Vinnuhi – To be comprehended by the wise, for himself.

The Six Virtues of the Dhamma 1.Svakkhato Bhagavata Dhammo – Discovered and well expounded by the Buddha. 2.Sanditthiko – Can be directly experienced. 3.Akaliko – With immediate results. 4.Ehipassiko – To be approached to be seen. 5.Opanayiko – Capable of being attained. 6.Paccattam Veditabbo Vinnuhi – To be comprehended by the wise, for himself.

The Buddha : He who sees me, sees the Dhamma; He who sees the Dhamma, sees me. Vakkali Sutta SN 22.87

The Buddha : He who sees me, sees the Dhamma; He who sees the Dhamma, sees me. Vakkali Sutta SN 22.87

The Buddha : He who sees me, sees the Dhamma; He who sees the Dhamma, sees me. Vakkali Sutta SN 22.87

The Buddha has shown the way. We just need to walk the Path!

The Buddha has shown the way. We just need to walk the Path!

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