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Virya (Buddhism, Zen)

  • Bravery
  • Vigour

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The fourth of the six (and later ten) paramita (virtues) a bodhisattva perfects on the path of enlightenment. The fourth of five perfections or paramitas of Zen which, when achieved, render the mind ready for the sixth – maha paramita or great perfection, prajna. Also one of five practices listed in the "Awakening of Faith" of Tsung-mi, which should be cultivated on the path of enlightenment.

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Human development
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(H) Concepts of human development
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Oct 20, 2022