Ep. 235 – Reaching Tranquility, Satipatthana Sutta Series Pt. 32

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Feb 19, 2025

Discover the vital role of tranquility in achieving liberation and happiness. Dive into the teachings of the Satipatthana Sutta and explore a clear path towards enlightenment. Learn about the seven factors that enhance insight and combat suffering. Embrace the concept of impermanence and the illusion of self, while fostering genuine self-awareness. Tranquility emerges as a transformative element, cultivating not just calmness but also sincere understanding. Join in on a journey that bridges ancient wisdom with modern spiritual practices.

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INSIGHT

Path to Enlightenment

The Buddha's teachings on enlightenment factors move away from mysticism and faith.
They provide a clear path based on understanding the mind, suffering, and freedom.

INSIGHT

Direct Experience

Mindfulness and investigation transform book knowledge into direct experience.
This allows for wiser choices and motivates the development of wholesome qualities.

ADVICE

Practice the Precepts

Actively engage in the practice of the precepts to embody the teachings.
Committing to the precepts brings joy and confidence, not burden.

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Sharing the crucial role of tranquility on the path of liberation, Joseph Goldstein explains how calmness leads to sincerity and happiness.

The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the thirty-second part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect of the Satipatthana Sutta. If you are just now jumping into the Satipatthana Sutta series, listen to Insight Hour Ep. 203 to follow along and get the full experience!

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Continuing the discussion on the Satipatthana Sutta, Joseph shares:

A clear path towards awakening and cessation of suffering
Understanding the factors that cause suffering
Moving from book knowledge to direct experience
Actively following the Buddhist precepts
Living out the practice rather than just doing it
Calmness as a central factor on the path of liberation
How tranquility brings about sincerity
Remaining unattached to the factor or tranquility
Being mindful of when calmness is present vs. not present
Tranquility and insight as elements of clear knowing
What happens when the mind is calm and free of desire

Grab a copy of the book Joseph references throughout this series, Satipaṭṭhāna: The Direct Path to Realization, HERE

This talk was originally published on Dharmaseed

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“This is the enlightenment factor of calm…it’s the soothing factor of mind that quiets down disturbances. It manifests in the mind as peacefulness or coolness; it manifests that way both in the mind and in the body. It’s like sitting down in the shade of a cool tree on a hot sweltering day.” ” – Joseph Goldstein

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