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The Noble Eightfold Path.
Is often symbolised by the “Dharmachakra”; the “Wheel of the Law”.
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Right View Prajna Right View means that you must begin your journey towards enlightenment in the right frame of mind; you must agree with the teachings of the Three Marks of Life & the Four Noble Truths.
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Out of love and compassion for all beings.
Right Intention Prajna Right intention means that you must follow the dharma for the right reasons; To free yourself. Out of love and compassion for all beings.
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You must also value silence
Right Speech Sila Right speech means that you must avoid speaking harm, telling lies, or gossiping, and practice being truthful & promoting harmony. You must also value silence
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Right action means that you must behave well. Do not;
Sila Right action means that you must behave well. Do not; Destroy life, steal, misuse sex, over-indulge the senses, lie, or cloud the mind with alcohol or drugs. (The five precepts)
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Sila Right Livelihood
Right livelihood means that you must earn your living in a way that does not involve going against Buddhist principles. Work should be of benefit to all, and not harm others!
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This is very difficult & requires constant effort!
Samadhi Right Effort Right effort means that you must make a constant, positive effort to think and act in a positive and good way. This is very difficult & requires constant effort!
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Samadhi Right Mindfulness
Right mindfulness means that you must be really aware of the world around you all the time; do not be distracted, concentrate on the way things are. Live in the moment!
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Samadhi Right Concentration
Right concentration means the regular practice of meditation. This will enable you to calm the mind, develop loving kindness, and gain insight into the way that things really are!
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