Podcasts about angulimala

In this episode, we practice one of the most powerful antidotes to anger and aversion: compassion. I know—when we're irritated, hurt, or downright fuming, compassion is usually the last thing on our minds. But in Buddhism, compassion isn't weakness—it's strength. It's the most powerful way to interrupt the cycle of harm and start creating peace, inside and out.  The Story of Aṅgulimāla The Buddha's radical teachings on non-violence reveal how to respond rather than react when things get heated. I also share the story of Angulimala—yes, the guy who was literally collecting fingers from those he killed. We look at how Buddha loved and accepted Angulimala and that even someone so far gone was transformed by compassion. Spoiler alert: If Angulimala can change, there's hope for all of us. Him I call a brahmana, who is fearless like a bull, who is noble and diligent, who is a seeker of high moral virtues and a conqueror (of three Maras), who is free from craving, who has been cleansed of moral defilements and knows the Four Noble Truths. --Buddha, The Dhammapada Verse 422   References with Links Buddha (1986).The Dhammapada: Verses and Stories, Verses 419 and 420. Translated by Daw Mya Tin, M.A. (Website). Edited by Editorial Committee, Burma Tipitaka Association Rangoon. Courtesy .of Nibbana.com. For free distribution only, as a gift of dhamma. Retrieved from https://www.tipitaka.net/tipitaka/dhp/verseload.php?verse=422   Find us at the links below:  Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Buddhismforeveryone Facebook Group:Join our private group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sanghatalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buddhism.with.joann.fox X: @Joannfox77 TikTok: @buddhism4everyone To learn more about virtual classes with JoAnn Fox: Buddhist Study Program

In this talk, Tarapalita looks at the Story of Angulimala: How did a serial killer, who's passion was cutting off the fingers of people he'd killed to make a delightful necklace for himself, go on to become a disciple of the Buddha and eventually the patron saint of women in childbirth? And just to say, even if you're not a serial killer yourself, and you might not be, that's ok as well, there are plenty of life lessons to be learnt from this story of redemption and transformation with one of the wildest characters in Buddhist history. If it's possible for Mr. Fingers to turn his life around and move towards his full blown potential, then it's possible for us!

"Harmless, Harmed, Harmful, Heedful" is a Dharma Talk and Guided Meditation on this 2024 Halloween about the infamous serial killer from the Buddha's time, Angulimala. I hope this is fun, and also helpful. There's a lot of powerful lessons in his story (not the least of which is a story of redemption). Enjoy!

This talk was given at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple in Portland, OR during the Thursday evening program on August 15th, 2024. In this talk Shonin discusses a sutta in the buddhist pali cannon where the Buddha is interacting with the infamous Angulimala.  ★ Support this podcast ★

Send us a Text Message.Register your free place for the live online meditation and Q&A with Babaji: https://www.shivarudrabalayogi.org/en/online-satsang Discussions with Shiva Rudra Balayogi on spiritual growth, consciousness, and the true nature of the Self. Baba emphasized the importance of meditation and self-awareness. He delves into the idea that the Self is the source of creation and true freedom lies in recognizing this reality. Insights on the path to self-realization and spiritual growth, highlighting the significance of listening and absorbing teachings into the mind. Also discussed is the role of meditation in quieting the mind and focusing on the Self.Recorded on 23 June 2024 with US participants0:00 Intro0:09 What is meditation and how it helps achieve the goals of spirituality and of life?3:29 Meditation is to bring the attention onto the your Self.4:56 The distinction between mind and what appears in the mind.8:17 Meditation quiets the mind and reveals the Conscious Existence as our Self.9:36 You are not a body, a thought, an idea, or an ego.10:05 Distinction between Consciousness and Existence.12:19 How important is discernment? Can it bring detachment?14:05  Consciousness is what gives value to the body.15:53 Illusion continues until Truth is discovered?17:03 Is it true a Ghani (Knower of Truth) ) has no limitations, no boundaries, no definitions.20:05 Does the universe exist outside of me?21:45 Hearing Wisdom about the Self is life transforming. It make me go for what's permanent.23:54 Shravana (listening), Mañana (absorbing into the mind), Nididhyasana (practice) (the 3 pillars of Vedantic Practice).24:56 During meditation should we take the attitude that anything we see, recognize, visualize or imagine, is not real?26:16 I realize I have been writing my life script but I don't know how it ends, and it frightens me. What should I do?26:58 There is Consciousness and Energy but where is the Light?27:36 Supreme Peace is beyond light and bliss.30:57 I feel pain when concentrating between my eyes.32:16 Importance of dedication, discipline and patience.33:04  Is the experience of becoming one with the Ocean of Pure Consciousness the same for everyone?34:55 A Self Realized person feels silence as ones Self, not the minds thoughts.35:26 Age is a factor with meditation but attachment can be a barrier.37:14 Mind has to stop writing the script, then you are there. Trust is necessary.37:58 Story of Angulimala and Buddha. Importance of ripeness in taking up the spiritual path (right purpose).   41:11 It's not necessary for a person to undergo bad and harsh things. Inner purification can take care of that.42:10 Once the thought of death comes, a person may become restless until they know the secret of birth and death.43:13 During meditation my breath is constant but I feel sleepy.44:55 Can we have the feeling of joy or bliss we get while meditating by imagining the Guru or God?45:40 Does your Guru come to you? Everything is guru for me now.46:10 The role faith and freewill play in Spirituality.47:47 I have lost my motivation to meditate. How do I find it again?48:31 It is the guru who will tell you about the final goal you need to reach.50:41 You must be careful to overcome imaginations, then the truth will be revealed.___Website: http://www.srby.orgFB: https://www.facebook.coRegister your free place for the live online meditation and Q&A with Babaji: https://www.shivarudrabalayogi.org/en/online-satsang Website: http://www.srby.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/shivarudrabalayogiTwitter: https://twitter.com/SRBYmissionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivarudrabalayogi/

In this episode of "Sisters in Sobriety," host Sonia Kahlon is joined by the inspiring Valerie Mason-John, also known as Vimalasara. Valerie is a renowned author and public speaker whose work in the field of addiction and recovery has made a profound impact. Today, Sonia explores Valerie's unique approach to addiction recovery, which blends mindfulness, compassion, and holistic practices. They will be discussing Valerie's journey, their groundbreaking methodologies, and how these can help listeners on their own sobriety journeys.Valerie Mason-John (Vimalasara) is the author of several acclaimed books, including "Eight Step Recovery: Using the Buddha's Teachings to Overcome Addiction" and "Detox Your Heart: Meditations for Emotional Trauma." They are also a public speaker and co-founder of the international Mindfulness-Based Addiction Recovery (MBAR) program. With their extensive background in both addiction recovery and Buddhism, Valerie offers a unique perspective that combines practical strategies with spiritual insights. Their latest book, "First Aid Kit for the Mind: Breaking the Cycle of Habitual Behaviors," continues to provide valuable tools for those seeking recovery.Throughout the episode, listeners will delve into key questions such as: What are the primary triggers for addictive behaviors? How can mindfulness and meditation be integrated into recovery practices? What role does self-compassion play in overcoming addiction? By addressing these questions, the episode provides valuable insights and practical strategies for listeners on their sobriety journey.Educational takeaways from this episode include understanding the habit loop of addiction, the importance of creating a personalized recovery plan, and techniques for managing cravings and triggers. Listeners will also learn about the benefits of meditation and mindfulness, and how these practices can support long-term recovery and emotional well-being.In the personal story segment, Valerie shares their journey from struggling with addiction to becoming a leader in the recovery community. Their candid account of overcoming challenges and finding empowerment through mindfulness and compassion is both moving and motivational. Valerie also discusses how their Buddhist practice has shaped their approach to addiction and recovery, providing deeper insights into the spiritual aspects of their journey.This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our substack for extra tips, tricks, and resources.Highlights:[00:01:00] - Introduction to Valerie Mason-John, also known as Vimalasara, author and public speaker with a profound impact on the field of addiction and recovery.[00:02:00] - Valerie's early life and initial struggles with addiction, including sugar and shoe cleaner.[00:04:00] - Valerie discussing the challenges of disordered eating and their journey with bulimia and anorexia.[00:06:00] - The turning point in Valerie's life when they realized the need to seek recovery.[00:07:30] - Valerie's experience working with women in rehab and the influence of the Petrasca cycle of change.[00:09:00] - The beginning of Valerie's sobriety journey and the role of meditation and mindfulness.[00:10:20] - Valerie's one-woman show and how it influenced their recovery from disordered eating.[00:11:00] - The role of specialized treatment in Valerie's recovery from disordered eating.[00:12:30] - Valerie discussing the importance of mindfulness and meditation in their recovery.[00:13:30] - How Buddhist teachings, particularly the Four Noble Truths, shaped Valerie's approach to recovery.[00:15:00] - Valerie explaining the concept of “going for refuge” in Buddhism and its impact on their recovery.[00:17:00] - The significance of letting go in the context of recovery and stopping addictive behaviors.[00:19:00] - The story of Angulimala and its relevance to addiction recovery.[00:22:00] - The difference between stopping a thought and spiritual bypassing in recovery.[00:23:30] - Valerie's perspective on self-love and compassion as critical components of recovery.[00:25:00] - The importance of addressing childhood conditioning and trauma in the recovery process.[00:27:00] - Valerie distinguishing between mindfulness and meditation and their interconnection.[00:30:00] - The realization that the biggest addiction was their own thinking and how to manage stinking thinking.[00:34:00] - The practice of recognizing thoughts without a thinker and understanding that thoughts are not facts.[00:40:00] - Valerie explaining the concept of coming home to the body and its significance in recoverLinks:First Aid Kit for the Mind BookValerie Mason-John's WebsiteSisters In Sobriety Substack - find more tips, tricks, resources, and communitySisters In Sobriety EmailSisters In Sobriety InstagramKathleen's Website Kathleen does not endorse any products mentioned in this podcastKathleen's Instagram

How did someone like Aṅgulimāla, a mass murderer and an evil man, end up becoming a completely liberated arahant? ____________________________________ If you wish to support the monks of the Hillside Hermitage Sangha and this channel you are very welcome to do so via: https://www.hillsidehermitage.org/support-us/

Ajahn Dhammasiha shares the story of Angulimāla, the most infamous mass murderer ('terrorist') in the time of the Buddha. He had already killed 999 persons, and was wearing their thumb bones as a kind of macabre necklace, when the Buddha visited the forest that was his main haunt. Once he had noticed the Buddha, Angulimāla rushed after him, trying to catch up. However, the Buddha used his supreme psychic powers in such a way that it appeared as if he was walking slowly and gracefully, but still moving too fast for Angulimala to reach him. Exasperated, in the end Angulimāla cried out to the Buddha: "Stop, Ascetic!" The Buddha replied: "I have stopped, please stop yourself, too!" Puzzled, Angulimāla enquired what the Buddha meant. After all, he was too fast for him to catch up, so how could he have stopped? The Buddha explains that he has stopped harming any being, that he has completely stopped using any form of violence. This simple teaching had such a profound impact on Angulimāla that he took refuge in the Buddha, completely abandoned his violent lifestyle, and even asked for ordination as a monk. The Buddha granted him ordination, and practising with supreme commitment and determination, Angulimala later fully realized the Dhamma and became an Arahant. Ajahn points out that we often may feel hopeless, or not quite good enough, or have doubts and feeling of guilt about past mistakes - but compared to Angulimāla, whatever we have done wrong is probably much, much less serious. Therefore, if even such an extreme murderer could completely change his ways, it's certainly possible for us as well to overcome whatever bad things we may have done in the past! You can read the whole story in: Majjhima Nikāya / Middle Length Discourses Sutta #86 "Angulimāla Sutta More about Dhammagiri Forest Hermitage: https://www.dhammagiri.net Our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJINt0JJBfFm_x0FZcU9QJw Our email Newsletter: https://tinyletter.com/dhammagiri/archive Our Podcasts on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SHWfWEGkO8OAtSWNJlqyD Our Podcasts on Apple/itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dhammagiri-buddhist-podcasts/id1534539834 .

Vishangka explores the joys and challenges that arise in a spiritual community. Here he explores the story of Anguillamala and what we can learn from this sutta.  From the talk Sangha In the Buddha's Time given at Manchester Buddhist Centre, 2019. *** Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts Bite-sized inspiration three times every week. Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. 3,000,000 downloads and counting! Subscribe using these RSS feeds or search for Free Buddhist Audio or Dharmabytes in your favourite podcast service! Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone: donate now! Follow Free Buddhist Audio: YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Soundcloud

Buddha-Blog-Podcast Folge 84Buddhismus im Alltag - Achtsamkeit im täglichen LebenHallo und willkommen bei Buddha Blog, meinem Podcast mit Werten und mit tiefergehendem Inhalt. Ihr Kanal für buddhistische Themen, Achtsamkeit und Meditation.Ich bin Shaolin Rainer und ich freue mich sehr dass Sie da sind.Von Ende August bis Mitte/ Ende September ein ich im Urlaub, so dass ich für eine Weile die Podcasts vom PC sprechen lasse. Ich hoffe auf Ihr Verständnis, ich brauch eine Zeit etwas Ruhe.Bitte laden Sie sich auch meine App "Buddha-Blog" aus den Stores von Apple und Android.Viel Freude beim PodcastInhalt des Podcasts:01.) Über das Timing in unserem Leben02.) Der Prinz und das Bettelkind03.) Fragen über Fragen04.) Der Teufel und der Engel auf unserer Schulter …05.) Wenn Du den Buddha triffst, was fragst Du ihn?06.) Die Kraft des Augenblicks07.) Der Räuber Angulimala - die Geschichte der 99 angeschnittenen Finger08.) „Zeichne mir ein Schaf …“Unter einem Augenblick verstehen wir einen kurzen Moment, einen kleinen Zeitintervall.Ein Augenblick vergeht sehr schnell, er ist unwiederbringlich. Er hat Kraft, jeder Augenblick ist anders, keiner ist vergleichbar, wenn er ungenutzt verstreicht, bleibt er für immer verloren.Die Stärke jedes Augenblicks können wir auch manchmal fühlen, wir empfinden die Energie des Moments, positiv und auch negativ. Wir denken wir könnten jetzt „Bäume ausreißen“, die „Welt gehöre uns“. Oder wir fühlen uns schwach, sind depressiv, launisch oder niedergeschlagen. Die Kraft des Augenblicks hat viele Gesichter.Hat Ihnen der Podcast gefallen?Danke, dass Sie Buddha-Blog hören. Ist Ihnen aufgefallen, dass hier keine Werbung läuft, dass Sie nicht mit Konsumbotschaften überhäuft werden?Möchten Sie dem Autor dieses Blogs für seine Arbeit mit einer Spende danken? Unterstützen Sie mich, beteiligen Sie sich an den umfangreichen Kosten dieser Publikation. Ihre Unterstützung kann helfen, die wichtige Arbeit, die wir für den Buddhismus leisten (mein Team und ich), auch weiterzuführen. Bitte laden Sie sich auch meine App "Buddha-Blog" aus den Stores von Apple und Android.Via PayPal (hier klicken)oder per Überweisung:Kontoinhaber: Rainer Deyhle, Postbank, IBAN: DE57700100800545011805, BIC: PBNKDEFFWenn Sie für Ihr Unternehmen eine Schulung mit mir abhalten möchten, freue ich mich auf Ihre Kontaktaufnahme über meine Webseite Shaolin Rainer.1000 Dank!Copyright https://shaolin-rainer.deSupport the show

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Excerpt from the book,"Silence: The Power of Quiet In a World Full of Noise", by Thich Nhat Hanh. The story of Angulimala. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. Another session to accompany the third module in the Youth Dhamma Gradual Teachings series looking into Buddha's Gradual Instructions to Lay People on HEAVENLY REALMS (saggakathaṁ) In this additional session, we go a little deeper into the the Buddha's teachings on kamma to get a better understanding about THE COMPLEXITY OF KAMMA. There are certain aspects about kamma that we won't be able to know, as only a Buddha with special knowledge is capable of knowing. The encouragement is to lean towards the Buddha's teachings on kamma and to continue to train and develop the virtuous path. In this short session we examine: — Buddha's declaration that the result of kamma is an inconceivable matter and the implications of that — Buddha's teachings on the result of some specific bad actions (e.g. killing, false speech, taking alcohol, envy and more) — the greater exposition on kamma that demonstrates the complexity of kamma — the stories of Angulimala and Devadatta (from a kamma perspective) to help us understand kamma in practice Some of the suttas that are mentioned directly or indirectly in this session: — Acinteyya Sutta (AN 4.77) — Duccaritavipāka Sutta (AN 8.40) — Cūḷakammavibhaṅga Sutta (MN 135) — Mahākammavibhaṅga Sutta (MN 136) — Aṅgulimālattheravatthu (Dhp 173) — Aṅgulimāla Sutta (MN 86) — Kusalākusalasamavisamapañha (Mil 5.4.7) If you have any questions or comments regarding this talk, please email them to suttameditationseries[at]gmail.com or leave a voicemail message via anchor.fm A VIDEO of this FULL SESSION with presentation slides has been published to the Sutta Meditation Series YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hSmm6NwOQE AND on Spotify as a video podcast Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/suttameditationseries/message

Hello kids, today's story is based on Gautam Buddha and the angulimala. Angulimala wala was a robber. He used to cut people's finger and make a garland out of those fingers. Then one day, Gautam Buddha met that angulimala and he suddenly changed. What did Gautam Buddha say to him that he changed. To know, listen today's story. If you want to listen your favourite story then you can email me on anvi@storywithanvi.com. I will definetly narrate that story too. Don't forget to review it on all the platforms where you are available. Meet you soon with another story. Till then bye bye and stay safe. And keep listening Story With Anvi.

In this dharma talk Tenku Ruff explores the precept of right speech particularly what it means to practice in community/Sangha and the habit of assigning permanent status to our faults and those of others. How do we work with what each of us have on our plates with love and compassion? 07/31/2021, Tenku Ruff, dharma talk at City Center.

On the third night of the recent Wild Heart residential retreat, Mikey tells the story of Angulimala. A story of pain, suffering, and confusion, as well as, a story of redemption, forgiveness and great compassion. Enjoy!

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Welcome back to the Sutta Meditation Series Podcast. We look at the first part of the insight pathway for the way out or passing away (atthangama) of Ignorance (avijjā), which is associating with good people. This is from the Avijjā Sutta (AN 10.61). Instead of ignorance, we want to cultivate and develop to fulfillment True Knowledge and Liberation (vijjāvimutti). The intention is to look at a few different parts of this insight pathway (which has all the main teachings of the Buddha to develop the Noble Eightfold Path and realise Nibbana) before pulling it all together to explain how to meditate on the full insight pathway. In this session we: - briefly revisit Buddha's definition of a bad person (asappurisa) - look into the Buddha's definition of a good person (sappurisa) - examine some of the Buddha's teachings on why it's important to associate with good people - reflect on the example of Angulimala, the murderer who realised full awakening - run through some questions we can use as prompts for contemplation about "why associating with good people is so important on the Noble Eightfold Path" that may help us to make more conscious choices regarding the company we keep and who we spend the most time with. This is from the perspective of the spiritual growth on the Buddha's Noble Eightfold Path. Most of the suttas that are directly or indirectly referred to in this session: — Sappurisavagga (AN 4.201-210) — Samacittavagga (AN 2.32) — Āyācanavagga (AN 2.134-137) — Dutiyakhatasutta (AN 4.4) — Sappurisa Sutta (AN 4.73) — Akataññutā Autta (AN 4.223) — Cūḷapuṇṇama Sutta (MN 110) — Sappurisa Sutta (MN 113) — Paṭhamaasappurisa Sutta (SN 45.25) — Dutiyaasappurisa Sutta (SN 45.26) — Dasaṅga Sutta (SN 14.29) — Caṅkama Sutta (SN 14.15) — Angulimalatthera Vatthu (Dhp 173) — Vassakāra Sutta (AN 4.187) — Vatthūpama Sutta (MN 7) — Karaniyametta Sutta (Sn1.8) To read the Avijjā Sutta (AN 10.61) - https://suttacentral.net/an10.61/en/bodhi A VIDEO of this segment has been published to the Sutta Meditation Series YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfc5me6D0j8 AND on Spotify as a video podcast Blessings of the Triple Gem. Theruwan saranai --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/suttameditationseries/message

[Quick links] [Pause]   One comes across an interesting story in the Buddhist Tipitakas. Once Buddha was passing through a dense forest all alone. It was getting dark. People advised Buddha not to take such a risk since that forest was known to be inhabited by a cruel robber who almost killed any passersby. He even chopped off the fingers of his victims and wore a garland of them! People called him Angulimala – one who wears a garland of fingers.  Buddha was fearless and he ignored their advice and kept walking into the forest.

The Buddhist scriptures relate that one day, after his meal, the Buddha went out from the monastery where he was staying and walked towards a great forest. Seeing him going in that direction, various people working in their fields called out to him to warn him that in that forest dwelt the dreaded Angulimala.The Buddhist scriptures relate that one day, after his meal, the Buddha went out from the monastery where he was staying and walked towards a great forest. Seeing him going in that direction, various people working in their fields called out to him to warn him that in that forest dwelt the dreaded Angulimala. Little is known for certain about Angulimala but the usual account of his life has him the son of a well-to-do family and at one time a brilliant student at the University of Taxila, then the Oxbridge of India. At Taxila, other students were jealous of him and succeeded in poisoning their teacher's mind against him, with the result that the teacher asked of him what he must have believed would be an impossible honorarium, a thousand human right-hand little fingers. Unbelievably, instead of giving up and quietly going home without graduating, the young man set out to collect the fingers and pay the fee. Presumably, he quickly discovered that people were reluctant to willingly give up their little fingers and so he was forced to resort to violence and killing in order to obtain them Then he found he had nowhere to store these fingers. He tried hanging them on a tree but the birds stole them so his solution was to string them around his neck. For this gruesome and growing garland of bloody fingers he was given the nickname Angulimala, which means 'finger garland' or 'finger necklace'. This was the man who, peering out from his lair, spotted the Buddha coming towards him and who that day had round his neck 999 little fingers. This powerful and athletic serial killer, who had already successfully resisted several attempts to apprehend him, grabbed his weapons and dashed out to murder the Buddha and complete his score. He expected to easily overtake him and quickly finish the job but then a very strange thing happened even though the Buddha was only walking, serenely and unhurried, Angulimala, despite his formidable strength and speed, found he couldn't catch up with him. Eventually, exhausted, angry, frustrated and soaked with sweat, Angulimala screamed at the Buddha to stop. Then the Buddha turned and with neither anger nor fear, speaking quietly and directly, he told Angulimala that he, the Buddha, had already stopped. He had stopped killing and harming and now it was time for him, Angulimala, to do likewise. Angulimala was so struck by these words that there and then he stopped; he threw away his weapons and followed the Buddha back to the monastery where he became a monk. Later, the king, ignorant of what had happened, came by leading his troops out to arrest Angulimala. Being a very pious monarch, he called to pay his respects to the Buddha and to inform him of what he was up to. The Buddha asked the king what his reaction would be were he to discover that amongst this assembly of monks sat Angulimala. To the king it was utterly unbelievable that such a foul and evil person could now be a Buddhist monk and seated amongst such exalted company, but were it the case, he answered, he would certainly pay his respects and make offerings. Then the Buddha stretched forth his right hand and pointed to where sat Angulimala. When he'd mastered his fear and recovered from the shock, the king, having paid his respects, said to the Buddha how incredible it was that, "What we have tried to do by force and with weapons you managed to do without neither!" In the course of time, after a period of some trial to himself, Angulimala did eventually succeed in purging his mind of all greed, hatred and delusion and realised for himself the Buddhist goal of Enlightenment.

“Absolute fearlessness is synonymous with Enlightenment.” -Sangharakshita Here Aryadhi introduces Amoghasiddhi, the green Buddha of the North, through the Buddha’s quality of fearlessness as illustrated by the story of Angulimala. Excerpted from the talk entitled Amoghasiddhi - Journey Into Fearlessness given at Norwich Buddhist Centre, 2017.   *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast - a full Dharma talk every week! Follow our blog for news and new Dharma FBA on Twitter FBA on Facebook FBA on Soundcloud

"Most people think there are a lot of bad people running around in the world. There aren't a lot of bad people, there are a lot of bad ideas and bad ideas are worse than bad people because bad ideas are contagious. Bad ideas get good people to do horrible things." - Sam Harris The post Angulimala’s Karma: Dharma Talk appeared first on Josh Summers.

This week I share the story of Angulimala, (from sutta MN 86, one translation here and another here), and look at 5 Dharma lessons we can take from this story. I share quotes from Sharon Salzberg and Bhikkhu Analayo and cover some themes including compassion, annica, and karma.

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Our lives are naturally flowing along, on the move, in a continual state of change and transformation. On top of this natural process we often impose our own, commonly taking the form of imagining and reaching for a life we want to have, setting our sights beyond and even rejecting where we have been and where we are now. It seems we get so caught up in this project and so impatient with our lives that we stop noticing and even forget entirely that this very process is already underway of itself, with an invitation extended to join with it rather than control or dominate. And a first step for joining in the journey is stopping.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/apalmr)

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Part 2 of the story of #Angulimala, where we find the University of #Takshashila is in turmoil! In order to save themselves, the student council yet again looks to Master #Yodha to step in. Find out what happens in the story that may have inspired #DarthVader's character in #StarWars... Transcript and show notes Music: https://www.purple-planet.com #sfipodcast #Buddha #Angoolimala #Yoda

Part 1 of the story of #Angulimala, a disciple of the #Buddha beginning with a prophecy that arose from basic astrology and St Elmo's Fire! And a surprising connection to #DarthVader from #StarWars! Transcript and show notes Music: https://www.purple-planet.com #sfipodcast #Angoolimala #Taxila #Kosala #Bhaggava #AnakinSkywalker

Dhamma gifts reflect the ways we are already enlightened and the ways we are most vulnerable. Through them we connect with the core of life itself. Ahimsaka’s story illustrates how our natural sensitivities can be both gifts and hindrances.Support the show (http://www.easingawake.org/donations.html)

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In this talk I offer a commentary on the practice of cultivating compassion for ourself and others, and I give a short commentary on the Angulimala Sutta and how it relates to self-compassion and forgiveness. May All Benefit

Psycho movie (2020) is a tamil psychological thriller movie directed by Mysskin. The story of Angulimala in Buddhism is the inspiration behind this movie and main element of the story. Other than the usual cat and mouse game usually depicted in psychological thrillers this had come with moral adhering to the principles of Buddhism. As the director told in one of the interviews the movie is against corporal punishments. Also the movie asked its audience to be kind to every soul and forgive their mistakes. This movie had opened an another discussion about long existing taboos in the society. The society tends to treat the people who do masturbation differently. This is also a turning point towards raise of the ruthless killer Angulimala. How do we go about this is discussed in this podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kaydeetalks/message

收听提示 1、本节目正片为《为什么好奇对我们那么重要？》音频版，关于思想实验、忒休斯之船、有轨电车实验和无知之幕。 2、本集问答，从51分钟开始，关于如何看待佛教里恶业和修行的关系。 3、人的恶业太多，现在才修行，要多久才能修成正果？ 4、如何看待他人对"我"的伤害，如何摆脱"我执"？ 本集相关 《高堡奇人》 《高堡奇人》（英语：The Man in the High Castle），是科幻小说作家菲利普·迪克于1962年所写的架空历史小说。故事发生于1962年的美国，设定15年前轴心国在第二次世界大战击败了同盟国，美国向大德意志帝国和大日本帝国投降。 《高堡奇人》虽不是第一本架空历史小说，但该小说确立了这种故事形式为一种文学类型。它于1963年获得雨果奖最佳长篇小说奖，而且使得菲利普·迪克在科幻小说圈中出名。它是菲利普·迪克所著小说中结构最紧密、角色最清晰者之一，而且几乎没有使用如科技创新和星际旅行等常见的科幻小说题材。 罗伯特·福格尔 罗伯特·威廉·福格尔（英语：Robert William Fogel，1926年7月1日－2013年6月11日），美国著名经济学家，1993年与道格拉斯·诺斯一同获得诺贝尔经济学奖。以其在计量史学领域的贡献而闻名。 忒休斯之船 忒修斯之船（英语：ship of Theseus），亦称忒修斯悖论，是一种同一性的悖论。1世纪时的希腊作家普鲁塔克提出了这个问题：如果忒修斯的船上的木头逐渐被替换，直到所有的木头都不是原来的木头，那这艘船还是原来的那艘船吗？这类问题现在被称做"忒修斯之船"。有些哲学家认为是同一物体，有些哲学家认为不是。在普鲁塔克之前，赫拉克利特、苏格拉底、柏拉图都曾经讨论过相似的问题。近代霍布斯和洛克也讨论过该问题。这个问题有许多变数，如"祖父的斧头"。 弥诺陶洛斯 弥诺陶洛斯（古希腊语：Μῑνώταυρος，字面意思为"弥诺斯的牛"），名为米诺陶洛斯，希腊神话中一个著名的半人半牛怪物。 迈克·桑德尔 麦克·J·桑德尔（英语：Michael J. Sandel，1953年3月5日－），又译为沈岱尔，美国政治哲学家、哈佛大学政治哲学教授、美国文理科学院院士、社群主义的代表人物。他以在网络上流行的哈佛大学公开课"正义"（Justice）和他1982年所著的《自由主义与正义的局限》一书中对约翰·罗尔斯《正义论》的批评而闻名。 有轨电车实验 有轨电车难题（英语：Trolley problem），称为电车问题，是一个伦理学的思想实验。英国哲学家菲利帕·福特，在1967年首次提出这个问题。在1996年，朱迪斯·贾维斯·汤姆逊、彼得·昂格尔、Frances Kamm等人重新提出这个问题，使这个问题为人熟知。在哲学与伦理学的领域外，心理学、认知科学与神经伦理学对于这个问题也很感兴趣。 无知之幕 无知之幕（veil of ignorance）和原初状态（original position）是美国经济学家约翰·夏仙义在1955年提出的概念（但不是这个名字），之后1971年美国政治哲学家约翰·罗尔斯在《正义论》中明确使用了"无知之幕"来称呼。 是一种对特定道德问题判断的方法，过程是做以下思想实验：设想在"原初状态"下的一方，他们对自己所拥有的技能、品味、和地位于当社会的情况一概不知。而于此状况下让他们对权力、地位、和社会资源通过一定的原则分配予诸人。 比如说，一个假定的奴隶制社会当中有50%的奴隶，于是做"无知之幕"思想实验的人们将会基于"进入这个社会的50%的人将会是奴隶"来做出选择，而不会只去认为自己是自由民。正如罗尔斯写道"…这一点保证了任何人都不会在选择原则时由于天然机会的结果或社会环境中的偶然事件而有利或不利。"这个概念是为了在分配社会合作的原则正义与否时抹除一己之私，或是自我阶层的私利而创造的。 央掘魔罗 央掘魔罗（梵语：Angulimala），又译为央掘摩罗，央仇魔罗，鸯窭利摩罗、央崛鬘、指鬘，本是古印度门阀公子，相传他是憍萨罗国波斯匿王的相国奇角之子，其幼年到婆罗门处学法，但老师怀疑央掘魔罗曾经奸淫自己之妻，一怒之下想要害死央掘魔罗，授予央掘魔罗邪教升天秘法。老师告诉央掘魔罗，杀死一千人，以他们的手指骨来作成项链，死后就可以升到天堂，如果能杀死自己的母亲或释迦牟尼佛，就可以升到梵天。其实老师的用意是让他作恶，被公家处死，但央掘魔罗后受到释迦牟尼佛的教导，痛改前非，加入僧团出家，终获阿罗汉果。 *相关资料引自维基百科 上集回顾 贾行家x梁文道：东北文艺复兴了吗？ 《八分》每周三、周五晚8点更新 欢迎留言和我们互动

收听提示 1、本节目正片为《为什么好奇对我们那么重要？》音频版，关于思想实验、忒休斯之船、有轨电车实验和无知之幕。 2、本集问答，从51分钟开始，关于如何看待佛教里恶业和修行的关系。 3、人的恶业太多，现在才修行，要多久才能修成正果？ 4、如何看待他人对"我"的伤害，如何摆脱"我执"？ 本集相关 《高堡奇人》 《高堡奇人》（英语：The Man in the High Castle），是科幻小说作家菲利普·迪克于1962年所写的架空历史小说。故事发生于1962年的美国，设定15年前轴心国在第二次世界大战击败了同盟国，美国向大德意志帝国和大日本帝国投降。 《高堡奇人》虽不是第一本架空历史小说，但该小说确立了这种故事形式为一种文学类型。它于1963年获得雨果奖最佳长篇小说奖，而且使得菲利普·迪克在科幻小说圈中出名。它是菲利普·迪克所著小说中结构最紧密、角色最清晰者之一，而且几乎没有使用如科技创新和星际旅行等常见的科幻小说题材。 罗伯特·福格尔 罗伯特·威廉·福格尔（英语：Robert William Fogel，1926年7月1日－2013年6月11日），美国著名经济学家，1993年与道格拉斯·诺斯一同获得诺贝尔经济学奖。以其在计量史学领域的贡献而闻名。 忒休斯之船 忒修斯之船（英语：ship of Theseus），亦称忒修斯悖论，是一种同一性的悖论。1世纪时的希腊作家普鲁塔克提出了这个问题：如果忒修斯的船上的木头逐渐被替换，直到所有的木头都不是原来的木头，那这艘船还是原来的那艘船吗？这类问题现在被称做"忒修斯之船"。有些哲学家认为是同一物体，有些哲学家认为不是。在普鲁塔克之前，赫拉克利特、苏格拉底、柏拉图都曾经讨论过相似的问题。近代霍布斯和洛克也讨论过该问题。这个问题有许多变数，如"祖父的斧头"。 弥诺陶洛斯 弥诺陶洛斯（古希腊语：Μῑνώταυρος，字面意思为"弥诺斯的牛"），名为米诺陶洛斯，希腊神话中一个著名的半人半牛怪物。 迈克·桑德尔 麦克·J·桑德尔（英语：Michael J. Sandel，1953年3月5日－），又译为沈岱尔，美国政治哲学家、哈佛大学政治哲学教授、美国文理科学院院士、社群主义的代表人物。他以在网络上流行的哈佛大学公开课"正义"（Justice）和他1982年所著的《自由主义与正义的局限》一书中对约翰·罗尔斯《正义论》的批评而闻名。 有轨电车实验 有轨电车难题（英语：Trolley problem），称为电车问题，是一个伦理学的思想实验。英国哲学家菲利帕·福特，在1967年首次提出这个问题。在1996年，朱迪斯·贾维斯·汤姆逊、彼得·昂格尔、Frances Kamm等人重新提出这个问题，使这个问题为人熟知。在哲学与伦理学的领域外，心理学、认知科学与神经伦理学对于这个问题也很感兴趣。 无知之幕 无知之幕（veil of ignorance）和原初状态（original position）是美国经济学家约翰·夏仙义在1955年提出的概念（但不是这个名字），之后1971年美国政治哲学家约翰·罗尔斯在《正义论》中明确使用了"无知之幕"来称呼。 是一种对特定道德问题判断的方法，过程是做以下思想实验：设想在"原初状态"下的一方，他们对自己所拥有的技能、品味、和地位于当社会的情况一概不知。而于此状况下让他们对权力、地位、和社会资源通过一定的原则分配予诸人。 比如说，一个假定的奴隶制社会当中有50%的奴隶，于是做"无知之幕"思想实验的人们将会基于"进入这个社会的50%的人将会是奴隶"来做出选择，而不会只去认为自己是自由民。正如罗尔斯写道"…这一点保证了任何人都不会在选择原则时由于天然机会的结果或社会环境中的偶然事件而有利或不利。"这个概念是为了在分配社会合作的原则正义与否时抹除一己之私，或是自我阶层的私利而创造的。 央掘魔罗 央掘魔罗（梵语：Angulimala），又译为央掘摩罗，央仇魔罗，鸯窭利摩罗、央崛鬘、指鬘，本是古印度门阀公子，相传他是憍萨罗国波斯匿王的相国奇角之子，其幼年到婆罗门处学法，但老师怀疑央掘魔罗曾经奸淫自己之妻，一怒之下想要害死央掘魔罗，授予央掘魔罗邪教升天秘法。老师告诉央掘魔罗，杀死一千人，以他们的手指骨来作成项链，死后就可以升到天堂，如果能杀死自己的母亲或释迦牟尼佛，就可以升到梵天。其实老师的用意是让他作恶，被公家处死，但央掘魔罗后受到释迦牟尼佛的教导，痛改前非，加入僧团出家，终获阿罗汉果。 *相关资料引自维基百科 上集回顾 贾行家x梁文道：东北文艺复兴了吗？ 《八分》每周三、周五晚8点更新 欢迎留言和我们互动

Within our greatest vulnerabilities lie our greatest gifts. Angulimala was a serial killer and a healer. The Buddha showed him how to find within his deepest confusion the path to full awakening. There are lessons here for all of us.This episode with Doug Kraft was recorded at a retreat given at the Auburn Mercy Center in November 2015.Support the show (http://www.easingawake.org/donations.html)

In this episode Mikey Noechel discusses the story of Angulimala, the serial killer who became a follower of the Buddha. 

In the ancient Pali Canon of early Buddhists Angulimala is one bad dude.  The legend tells us he was sent to collect 1000 fingers, which he harvested as trophies from his murder victims.  His renuciation of that life is taken as a story of redemption -- no matter who you are, the Buddha can offer you peace. However, Susan Elbe visits us to explore the story deeply, and uncovers more lessons that can inform our practice.

This episode features a dharma talk given by Lisa Dale Miller at Marin Sangha in March 2019. The talk begins with a discussion of teachers and their fallibilities, and the ethical standards the Buddhist teachings require teachers to uphold. The second part of the talk focuses on human beings who spend their lives engaged in wrongdoing, realize their misconduct, endeavor to transform internal suffering, and consequently end further wrongdoing. How do we hold such individuals accountable for their actions without getting lost in generating hatred toward them and their wrongdoing? How can we develop a compassionate view of those who have been harmful are no longer a source of harm? The wisdom of how to accomplish this is a big part of the Buddhist teachings on wise view, wise intention, wise action and compassionate recognition of human suffering. An example of the Buddhist teachings on transforming harm is found in a sutta featuring a teaching by Angulimala, a mentally disturbed murderer who became a monk, renounced violence, and then served as attendant to the historical Buddha. "Who once did live in negligence And then is negligent no more Who checks the evil deed he did by doing wholesome deeds instead He illuminates the world Like the moon freed from a cloud There are some that tame with beatings But I was tamed by such who has no rod nor any weapon Harmless is the name I bear who was dangerous in the past The name I bear today is true I hurt no living being at all."

Teisho vom 8.6.2019 Pfingstsesshin Im Kattoshu, Fall Nr. 173, wird eine Erzählung aus dem Angulimala-Sutra angesprochen. Und es wird die Frage thematisiert, worauf es bei der Charakterbildung ankommt: auf die Geburt, wir würden sagen, auf die Erbanlangen, oder auf die Erziehung. Anhand der Geschichte des Gewalttäters Angulimala, der vom Buddha in die buddhistische Sangha aufgenommen wurde, wird deutlich, wie eine Begegnung mit dem Buddha-Dharma lebensverändernd wirken kann. Bis dahin, dass ein Wandel möglich wird, der nur mit einer (Wieder-) Geburt verglichen werden kann. Vom tiefen Vertrauen des Buddha in JEDEN Menschen getragen, entwickelte sich, so die Legende, der Verbrecher Angulimala zu einem vorbildlichen Mönch. Für uns, die wir auch oft in kleinere oder größere Machtinteressen verstrickt sind, kann eine Wende darin liegen, im Alltag wirksam tiefes Mitgefühl anzuwenden. Wir freuen uns sehr über eine Spende, um die Kosten für die Erstellung dieses Podcast zu decken. Sie finden die Kontodaten/Paypal auf unserer Website http://choka-sangha.de/kontakt/spenden/ Herzlichen Dank

Lecture given on June 9, 2019 at the Vedanta Society of Northern California by Swami Tattwamayananda.-An overview of Dhammapada is provided. Few verses are discussed in depth from Yamaka-vaggo and Brahmana-vaggo.-Dhammapada: most popular and condensed summary of Buddha's teachings. Profound for any spiritual seeker & not tied to a religion. Captures Buddha's responses to questions from disciples. Each verse is accompanied by a story.-Buddhism is popular because it is simple, straightforward, psychological and not tied to any dogmas. Dhammapada provides a taste of spiritual freedom (Vimukti). How to achieve liberation of the mind from all bondage and suffering.-Four noble truths: Suffering, cause of suffering, the way out is Nirvana, achieved by eight-fold disciplines.-Eight fold disciplines are: Right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, right concentration, right view and right resolve.-Buddha's concept of Dukkha is explained: discontent in the midst of luxuries qualifies one for the quest for freedom. It is a desire for something higher.-Buddha's own story and quest for freedom is discussed.-1st verse of Yamaka-Vaggo is discussed in depth. "Mind is what matters. Mind precedes all actions". Story of Buddhist monk is discussed who loses his vision, walks over termites, and yet is non-attached to the killing of termites due to purity of his mind.-Adjoining verse of the 1st verse is discussed: "If mind is pure, happiness follows". Story of a miserly person is discussed, whose son reaches celestial abode upon seeing Buddha and feels tranquility while dying.-422nd verse of Brahmana-Vaggo is discussed: "Who has realized the supreme truth, who has conquered death, who has realized his real nature, and who is devoid of any wrong thoughts - Him I call Brahmana". Similarities with the 18 verses of the second chapter of the Bhagavad Gita on the Sthitaprajna are discussed. Reinforced with the story of Angulimala, who achieves Nirvana upon meeting Buddha.-Last verse (423) of Brahmana-vaggo is briefly discussed: "Has the capacity to transcend his past impressions and samskaras and attain Nirvana - Him I call Brahmana". The concept of being a Brahmin has nothing to with the social institution of caste in this context.

Dharma talk by Gary Sanders. Recorded March 17, 2019 at Portland Insight Meditation Community.   To support PIMC please visit http://www.portlandinsight.org/giving

Dharma Talk by Joseph Rogers - 5/14/2018

Salma Darling + Angulimala. Salma Darling is a conscious dance facilitator, dance movement psychotherapist and dharma and mindfulness teacher who lives flexibly between the UK and Marin County California. Enjoy our ramble through the Buddhist story of Angulimala as well as Salma’s relationship with her body and creativity. This is an entirely self-produced podcast. If you appreciate the Wild Elixir podcast, please support the show at: www.patreon.com/janellehardy Connect with Salma: www.wilddivinedance.com & www.mindfulnessconsultancy.com Connect with Janelle: www.janellehardy.com

In this videoconference talk from 18 August 2017, Ajahn Anan discusses the love of a mother and a disciple of the Buddha, Venerable Angulimala. Note: One can read this talk transcript with Q and A here: https://watmarpjan.org/en/a-mothers-love-and-the-story-of-venerable-angulimala/

Michael tells the story of Angulimala, a murderer who met the Buddha and changed his ways though was still stoned to death. This teaching illustrates how we are never free of karma and that our conduct always shapes our lives. Recorded Sept 28, 2010.

The Buddha told Angulimala (the murderer), "I stopped long ago, it's you that hasn't stopped". The art of learning to stop….is about having the ability to pause for a moment and to shine some light on the hidden agendas that often determine why we say what we say, do what we do, and think what we think.

A talk given to an adult audience at Andover High School, 2/8/17

Even more storytelling! Our FBA Dharmabyte today is called The Mystery of the Buddha, the beginning of a short talk by Khemasuri where she Khemasuri tells the story of Angulimalaand#8217;s meeting with the Buddha. From a talk of the same title, The Mystery of the Buddha.

OurFBA Dharmabyte today is The Story of Angulimala by Suriyavamsa from the talk, and#8220;Like The Moon Released From A Cloud.and#8221; Suriyavamsa tells us the story of the murderer Angulimala, who has a complete change of heart after trying to catch and kill the Buddha and finding it impossible. The tale illustrates how enlightenment canand#8217;t be grasped or understood by ourselves as we are; it requires a fundamental shift of quality, not quantity. Angulimala shows us a way of attaining the higher perspective of the Buddha through surrender, accepting training and service. Talk given during Padmalokaand#8217;s Summer Retreat, July 2011.

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The Pilgrim Kamanita is about the journey of Kamanita, an Indian merchant's son, from earthly prosperity and youthful romance, to his meeting with a unfamiliar monk, who actually is Gotama Buddha. The Pilgrim Kamanita was published in German in 1906 by Karl Gjellerup. The print version was edited and published by Ajahn Amaro, and offered in dedication when the Amaravati Temple was formally opened in 1999. This is the audiobook version read by Ajahn Amaro; it was originally created principally for his blind mother so that she could enjoy the story too. The post Chapter 33 – Angulimala appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

The Pilgrim Kamanita is about the journey of Kamanita, an Indian merchant's son, from earthly prosperity and youthful romance, to his meeting with a unfamiliar monk, who actually is Gotama Buddha. The Pilgrim Kamanita was published in German in 1906 by Karl Gjellerup. The print version was edited and published by Ajahn Amaro, and offered in dedication when the Amaravati Temple was formally opened in 1999. This is the audiobook version read by Ajahn Amaro; it was originally created principally for his blind mother so that she could enjoy the story too. The post Chapter 33 – Angulimala appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Dear friends,   Welcome to the Deer Park Dharmacast -- Dharma flowing from the Ocean of Peace.   This week we offer you a series of questions asked by lay friends at the recent People of Color Retreat at Deer Park Monastery. Our monastic brothers and sisters give guidance on how we can speak our truths from a place of compassion and authenticity.  And then, our sister shares on how the light of mindfulness can transform violence into a lotus of awakening.   Remember, you can always find the Deer Park Dharmacast on Facebook, iTunes, and Twitter. We welcome dharma sharings from our worldwide listeners on any of our online homes or by email. Now, enjoy this moment to stop and look deeply.

The story of Angulimala and developing our wholesome qualities

Ryūshin Paul Haller tells the Theravada Buddhist story of Angulimala – a violent murderer who was reformed after meeting the Buddha. Ryūshin Paul Haller explores what we can learn from this story about how to relate to our own practice.