Human Development
Harmonies with enlightenment
Description:
Seven groups of mental qualities (37 in all) summarize the Buddhist path. They consist of three groups of four: foundations of mindfulness - [satipatthana]; correct or perfect efforts (right endeavour) - [samyak prahanani]; and roads to power - [riddhipada]. These are followed by the five roots - [indriya]; and the five controlling or powerful qualities (faith, strength, mindfulness, concentration, wisdom) - [bala]. The next group lists the seven bodhi (enlightenment, awareness or awakening) factors - [bodhyanga]; and the final consists of the [eightfold way] - [aryastangamarga]. Although the 37 may be considered as occurring in sequence they are also said to be simultaneously present in [lokuttara] transcendent consciousness. All 37 harmonies are attained when the state of [foe destroyer] is actualized.Broader:
Stages of spiritual life Narrower:
Establishments in mindfulnessRight endeavourWays of powerFive powersEnlightenment factorsEightfold wayThorough abandoningsSuchnessCessationsFive roots Related:
Steps to enlightenment