Module 7: The Bodhisattva Path I: Bodhicitta & The Six Paramitas · The Buddha’s Path
Session 3 - Cultivating Bodhicitta & Generosity
David Oromith · 83 minutes · recorded February 5, 2025
In the guided meditation we work through the sevenfold cause-and-effect method for cultivating bodhicitta, recognising all beings as having once been a mother, then building gratitude, loving-kindness and great resolve. David contrasts this with the equalising and exchanging method, then turns to the first paramita, generosity, described as a state of mind rather than an act, using the story of a poor woman's simple offering to the Buddha. Questions cover how expectation can quietly poison giving.
Comparison and self-cherishing Generosity and dana Gratitude and appreciation Rebirth and continuity The bodhisattva path The six perfections (paramitas) Bodhicitta practice Compassion (karuna) Loving kindness (metta)