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The Fruits of the Contemplative Life
Details of this talk include the content of Thich Nhat Hanh’s winter retreat, emphasizing the importance of taking notes to remember the lecture. He tells the story of King Ajatasatru regretting killing his father, King Bimbisara, and meeting the Buddha Siddhartha to heal his mind. Siddhartha became the Buddha and spread the Dharma, meeting King Bimbisara and Prince Ajatasatru, who conspired to divide the Sangha. Thich Nhat Hanh shares about observing precepts, achieving spiritual freedom, not possessing material wealth, and experiencing serenity. He teaches about the truth beyond extreme concepts, the law of energy conservation, and the spirit of no birth and no death. He emphasizes that everything is impermanent, including enlightenment, and that transforming afflictions into bodhi is the key to attaining peace. He encourages living in the present moment and finding happiness in daily life.
Sutra on the White-Clad One