Karmic Way for Enlightenment... by neo-mahakala-108.: Samadhi & Jhana.

Sunday, 18 September 2016

Samadhi & Jhana.

Samadhi

Samadhi refers to a state of still mind, it's in an essence a state of deep concentration unaffected by external stimuli. Samadhi is not about isolation from the world, but on such unification with it - that is free from clinging to phenomenas.

Jhana

Jhana is a meditative state of profound stillness and concentration in which the mind becomes fully immersed and absorbed in the chosen object of attention. It is the cornerstone in the development of Right Concentration.

Blog author's experiences & insights -- written on 28.06.2017.

A while ago i got insight that i got Samadhi (2 basic steps of practice) from my Zen Meditation - both in Martial Arts Lessons, as well as in a Zen meditation at a Zen Buddhism Center, 'ZBZ Bodhidharma'.

This did mature after years, when i talked via internet with Zen Buddhists - i felt much of calmness in my ill mind after that.

Recently i got insight that 3rd Samadhi level is initiated in me, and once i master it i'll move to Jhanas.

i got insight that Lama Ole Nydahl & other Teachers of Tibetan Buddhism don't mind that - it should enhance my practice instead of disrupting it.

i got insight that once i master both Samadhi & Jhana i'll be able to focus on learning, or on doing something, or on any of objects (as in Jhana) - while retaining general awareness & mindfulness of what's in & around me (as in Samadhi). i'm eager to experience this, because for now i have troubles focusing on learning, my focus isn't perfect yet - despite my meditation experience. Focus & Learning are important in any way of life, including Sciences & Arts.

i got insight that this won't hinder my Guru Yoga, nor Enlightened Love, nor other important Tibetan Buddhism Practices.

There was more as well.

i am very grateful for that all.

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Relief statue of Bodhidharma at the Shaolin Temple.

In the 6th Century AD, Bodhidharma taught 3 different sets of qigong exercises to the monks at the Shaolin Temple:

1) The 18 Luohan Hands

The word Luohan comes from the Sanskrit word Arhat.

A figurative translation would be the 18 Techniques of the Enlightened Ones.

2) Sinew Metamorphosis
3) Bone Marrow Cleansing

These exercises were specifically designed to prepare the monks for the rigors of deep, Zen meditation. And they worked like a charm. The exercises transformed the monks physically, energetically, mentally, and spiritually. Over time, thanks to the success of these exercises, the Shaolin Temple became one of the most powerful spiritual centers in the history of the world.

Bodhidharma was born into Indian royalty in the 5th Century AD. After renouncing his royal life, he decided to travel to China in order to teach Buddhism.

Bodhidharma never taught Shaolin Kung Fu. He’s widely recognized as the 1st patriarch of Shaolin Kung Fu because the arts that he taught provided the foundation and the inspiration.

i wish to learn from his lessons as well, but not at all cost - as a part of non-sectarian approach of my Way & as a way for developing interrest in Martial Arts.

Years ago, when i've trained Karate Kyokushinkai i meditated at Zen Buddhism Center - ZBZ Bodhidharma.

This was before i took refuge in Lama Ole Nydahl, and while i don't want to break bond with Teacher - i wish to continue practicing with Zen Buddhists, as a form of Respect at least.

HH Buddha Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche.

While Nyingma School (Ancient Tradition) of Tibetan Buddhism has no single Spiritual Leader, Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche represented Nyingma School before Tibetan Government in Exile while he lived.

Nyingma School has strong connection with Karma Kagyu School.

Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche was a part of non-sectarian Rimé movement.

One of the Teachers of Lama Ole Nydahl.

i wish to learn from his lessons as well, but not at all cost - as a part of non-sectarian approach of my Way.

See also, if You wish: Brilliant Moon.

This film was advised for me to watch by Meike Herzog herself. i did watch, now i feel the need to support this film with my arts, to the best of my abilities.

Perhaps - for now at least - Beautiful Arts are more beneficial than Martial Arts.

On validity of 'accusations'.

This blog is based mostly on experiences of author, both internal and external - but also on buddhist and other lessons, as interpreted by blog's author.

Inner experiences are never a proof, when i share people's names - these should never be considered as a base for any accusations.

... still, i think these experiences, these lessons are beneficial far more than harmful - if not for current buddhists, then for those who will take a refuge in future.

Certainly, i am taking refuge in these lessons as well, i am not any exception.

... i'll qote a polish Poet:

--
Ignacy Krasicki - Monachomachia - Pieśń szósta (zakończenie).

'Prawdziwa cnota krytyk się nie boi,
Niechaj występek jęczy i boleje.
Winien odwołać, kto zmyśla zuchwale:
Przeczytaj - osądź. Nie pochwalisz - spalę'.

... być może spalę 'oskarżenia', a być może moje słowa 'poparzą' tych, którym brakuje współczucia i mądrości.

--
'True Virtue is not afraid of critics,
Let a misdeed moan and suffer.
Should revoke who lies so bold:
Read and judge - won't support? i'll burn.

... perhaps i'll burn 'accusations', or perhaps my words will 'burn' those who lack in compassion and wisdom.

Karmic Way for Enlightenment
... by neo-mahakala-108.

Sunday, 18 September 2016

Samadhi & Jhana.

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