Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The Buddha

Ep. 873 - (Group Learning Program) - The Four Stages of Enlightenment & The Ten Fetters

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Jul 2, 2025
Delve into the transformative journey towards Enlightenment through the elimination of the Ten Fetters. Discover how the Eightfold Path fosters mindfulness and moral conduct, while exploring complex issues like desire and personal existence. Participants engage in meditation and chanting, enhancing their connection to the present. The discussion also examines the significance of inner transformation over external rites. Ultimately, listeners are guided towards cultivating peace and joy, paving their path to enlightenment.
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INSIGHT

The Ten Fetters Trap the Mind

  • The ten fetters are mental pollutions keeping the mind trapped in unenlightenment.
  • Eliminating them through practice unveils the qualities of an enlightened mind gradually.
ANECDOTE

Tipper Identity and Discomfort

  • A student felt discomfort avoiding tipping due to identifying as a "great tipper."
  • This personal existence view caused agitation when his tipping identity was not fulfilled.
ADVICE

Overcome Doubt Through Investigation

  • Overcome doubt by investigating and reflecting on the Buddha's teachings personally.
  • Avoid blind faith; gain confidence by seeing improvements from practice.
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