Magga - The Eightfold Path

Magga - The Eightfold Path

1. Wisdom/Prajna

   • Right Understanding/View
     • Deepening your understanding of life by following Buddha's teaching.
     • Mundane
       • Understanding karma+samsara.
     • Superior
       • Understanding the 3 Marks of Existence
   • Right Thought/Intention
     • Deciding to act on the Dharma for the right reasons.
     • A decision to follow the Buddhist path based on an unselfish love for all beings.
     • Intention of Renunciation = Giving up the 3 Mental Poisons.
     • Intention of good will = focus on metta.
     • Intention of Harmlessness = Pacifism.

2. Sila/Morality

   • Right Speech
     • Speak honestly+sensitively i.e. skilfully.
     • Speak in a way that promotes samadhana i.e. harmony.
     • Value silence when there's nothing useful to say.
     • Don't cause trouble between ppl by spreading gossip.
     • Don't speak harshly.
     • Avoid time-wasting chatter.
   • Right Action
     • Live by 5 Precepts
   • Right Livelihood
     • Earn a living in a way that supports Buddhist principles + doesn't cause suffering.
       • CANNOT:
         • Trade in weapons (arms salesman)
         • Lose wealth through drunkenness/gambling
         • Trade in meat (hunter/fisherman)
       • CAN:
         • Be doctor
         • Be teacher

3. Mental Training/Samadhi

   • Right Effort
   • Right Mindfulness
   • Right Concentration