07 January 2009
The Great Frames of Reference - Conclusion
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Conclusion
"Now, if anyone would develop these four frames of reference in this way for seven years, one of two fruits can be expected for him: either gnosis right here and now, or - if there be any remnant of clinging-sustenance - non-return.
"Let alone seven years. If anyone would develop these four frames of reference in this way for six years...five...four...three...two years...one year...seven months...six months...five...four...three...two months...one month...half a month, one of two fruits can be expected for him: either gnosis right here and now, or - if there be any remnant of clinging-sustenance - non-return.
"Let alone half a month. If anyone would develop these four frames of reference in this way for seven days, one of two fruits can be expected for him: either gnosis right here and now, or - if there be any remnant of clinging-sustenance - non-return.
"'This is the direct path for the purification of beings, for the overcoming of sorrow and lamentation, for the disappearance of pain and distress, for the attainment of the right method, and for the realization of Unbinding - in other words, the four frames of reference.' Thus was it said, and in reference to this was it said."
That is what the Blessed One said. Satisfied, the monks delighted in the Blessed One's words.
In Section: Meditation - This article belongs to category: Buddhist meditation
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If only we'd stop trying to be happy we'd have a pretty good time.Edith Wharton



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