Joseph Goldstein dissects the Buddha’s most simple but fundamental lessons: to avoid what is unwholesome, to perform good actions, and to purify the mind.
This dharma talk, recorded on September 26, 1991, was originally published on Dharma Seed.
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In this talk, Joseph:
- Acknowledges that even the most simple lessons are not easy
- Breaks down the three unwholesome actions of the body, the four unwholesome actions of speech, and the three unwholesome actions of mind
- Touches on the Hindu concept of punya, or doing meritorious actions to plant the seeds of happiness
- Maintains that there is a wisdom in fearing danger
- Provides us with examples of wholesome actions that we can perform
“Avoid what is unwholesome, perform good actions, purify the mind. This is the teachings of all the Buddhas.” – Joseph Goldstein
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