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The mind: foundation of kamma
“Therefore, bhikkhus, one should often reflect upon one’s own mind thus: ‘For a long time this mind has been defiled by lust (lobha),...
Win Thu Wun
Jun 13
Kamma: the four conditions for ripening
Every Buddhist has some understanding of the law of kamma: action and its results. Most are familiar with the general notion that if you...
Win Thu Wun
May 21
Control—a manifestation of māna
As one begins or progresses in meditation practice, numerous mental hindrances, obstacles, defilements, or blockages can emerge and...
Win Thu Wun
May 7
The six roots and kamma: why the inclinations and tendencies of beings differ
Different beings have different mental inclinations and tendencies, which influence how they think, speak, act, and interact with others....
Win Thu Wun
May 5
The Seven Enlightenment Factors - Part 2
The cultivation of the first three enlightenment factors—sati, dhammavicaya, and virīya—was discussed in the previous post. This post...
Win Thu Wun
Apr 22
Exploring Dhammaṭṭhavagga of Dhammapada: the chapter about "One Who Stands by Dhamma"
The phrase "following the Dhamma" can be understood in various ways, depending on the perspective one adopts as Dhamma itself is a term...
Win Thu Wun
Mar 23
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