Bhikkhu Anālayo is a renowned scholar and teacher well-versed in early Buddhist texts. He delves into the evolution of the Bodhisattva ideal, tracing its roots back to the Buddha and discussing its significance in modern life. The conversation contrasts the paths of Bodhisattvas and Arahants, emphasizing compassion, generosity, and community. Anālayo also highlights the transformative power of altruism and mindfulness, showcasing how embodying these virtues can lead to profound personal and communal growth.

Today’s guest makes an extremely convincing case that there are many self-interested reasons to look squarely at the reality of climate change. Bhikkhu Anālayo, who is originally from Germany, is a renowned scholar-monk, a faculty member at the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies and the author of numerous books on meditation and early Buddhism, including Satipatthāna: The Direct Path to Realization, which has been very influential with many of the teachers you’ve heard on this show, including Joseph Goldstein. This episode focuses on another of his books, called Mindfully Facing Climate Change.This episode explores:The four types of meditation Anālayo recommends for mindfully confronting climate changeAnālayo’s contention that meditation isn’t about ceasing the flow of thoughts, but rather ceasing our belief in the thoughtsThe question of whether individual actions matter in the face of a global crisisAnālayo’s compelling case for a kind of practice called death contemplationFull Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/bhikku-anālayo-422See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.