Post by Neo on Oct 18, 2020 21:15:37 GMT -5
The same holds true for observing a fast. It's useless unless you understand what this really means. To fast means to regulate, to regulate your body and mind so that they're not distracted or disturbed. And to observe means to uphold, to uphold the rules of discipline according to the Dharma.
Fasting means guarding against the six attractions on the outside and the three poisons on the inside and striving through contemplation to purify your body and mind. ~ Bodhidharma's Breakthrough Sermon
Source:
www.purifymind.com/Sutras19.htm
Fasting means guarding against the six attractions on the outside and the three poisons on the inside and striving through contemplation to purify your body and mind. ~ Bodhidharma's Breakthrough Sermon
Source:
www.purifymind.com/Sutras19.htm