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Question and Answer

Thich Nhat Hanh · June 17, 1992 · Plum Village, France
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Invite questions openly, either spoken or written. Explore karma and reincarnation in Buddhism, emphasizing impermanence and appreciation for form. Sister True Virtue will delve deeper. Thây advises practicing the Five Precepts sincerely, suggesting renewal if not practiced since receiving them. Physical pain, managed through mindfulness, reveals its impermanent nature. Anatapindika’s dying meditation with Buddha’s qualities eased his pain. Practicing peace, mindfulness, and loving-kindness alleviates suffering. Upholding precepts nurtures mindfulness and Sangha support. Buddhism adapts to cultural contexts, reflecting unique traditions. Lay practitioners can attain greatness, balancing family life with bodhisattva paths. Healing starts within, acknowledging and transforming anger and pain through mindfulness. Mindfulness in meditation and action fosters unity and peace amidst war. Upholding non-killing precepts requires humility and continuous learning. Break for lunch before the next Q&A session.

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