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Developing Mindfulness of Breathing “Monks, these four types of individuals are found existing in the world. Which four? The one who practices for his own…
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Photo by /panpics on Unsplash The Four Powers “Bhikkhus, there are these four powers. What four? The powers of wisdom, energy, blamelessness, and inclusiveness. And what is the power of…
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Photo by Dave Robinson on Unsplash At one time the Buddha was staying near Sāvatthī in Jeta’s Grove, Anāthapiṇḍika’s monastery. Now at that time in the realm of…
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