The monks in the monastery are locked in an argument and the Buddha comes and gives advice as to how to create a harmonious community. Then explains the extraordinary knowledge of a Stream-enterer, the first Spiritual Attainment,
An introduction to mindfulness of breathing, using the rhythm of the breath to steady awareness and then refining mindfulness to stay connected with the details of the breath, one half-breath at a time
Afraid of the breakup of the order when he dies as seems to have happened when the leader of the Jains died, the Buddha explains the Six Roots of Disputes, the Four Kids of Litigations and the Seven Settlements.
We each have within us the very source of wisdom and love. This meditation calls forward that essence, our awakening heart, so we can seek guidance and nurturing for the parts of us that need a healing attention.
