Means to SEE THINGS AS THEY REALLY ARE. Its one of the most ancient techniques of meditation in India.
Vipassana is a way of self-transformation through self-observation, is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation. It was rediscovered by Gautama Buddha (c. 563 - c. 483 BC).
Vipassana meditation is a practice that focuses on developing insight and mindfulness by observing sensations and thoughts without attachment. Samatha meditation, on the other hand, emphasizes calmness and concentration by focusing on a single object, such as the breath. While vipassana aims to cultivate insight into the nature of reality, samatha aims to develop tranquility and stability of mind.
Samatha meditation is about focus, "one-pointedness" and concentration. Vipassana is insight meditation: it is about becoming aware of how you yourself take in information through your senses, how you react to that information, and what you do with it afterwards.
she is a follower of catholic Christian as well as influenced by vipassana
she is a follower of catholic Christian as well as influenced by vipassana
It is possible to do Vipassana meditation (watching the breath) either with eyes closed, or eyes half-open.
The only correct way to devote your life to the Buddha is to follow what he taught. He taught a practical meditation technique called Vipassana Meditation to experience the impermanence of everything including you -- meaning your body and the mind. This is the crux of his teaching. You are fortunate that you can learn this technique by joining a ten day residential Vipassana Course. These courses are conducted across the globe without any fee. All expenses are borne by the meditators who have learned this skill in the past. If you have "experienced" impermanence inside you and lead a life staying with this feeling, you are actually following what the Buddha wanted you to learn. Reading Tipitakas or worshiping an idol of Buddha is fine for inspiration, but practice the technique rediscovered and taught by him. Google search for "Vipassana" will show the places near to you where you can join the course. The headquarters of Vipassana International Academy is in India at Igatpuri near Mumbai.
IMM Sumangalo has written: 'Ordination and Buddhist chants'
Relaxation therapy has been around for thousands of years in the forms of transcendental meditation (TM), yoga, t'ai chi, qigong , and vipassana
Those who follow exactly and faithfully the teachings of the Buddha are approaching Nirvana. In other words, those who practise Vipassana very well, as preached by the Buddha, are approaching Nirvana.
Janakabhivamsa has written: 'The fundamental doctrine of Buddhism' -- subject(s): Doctrines, Buddhism 'Vipassana meditation' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Meditation, Buddhism, Vipasyana (Buddhism)
Light food helps as I learn from Buddha & Krishna.If person is not hard worker or labour class vegetarian food better.Buddha advised not to take evening food when doing vipassana meditation.
Vipassana meditation, often referred to as insight meditation, is deeply connected to the pursuit of wisdom in Buddhism. It involves observing thoughts, sensations, and emotions with awareness and equanimity, allowing practitioners to gain profound insights into the nature of reality, impermanence, and the self. This practice fosters a deeper understanding of the mind and helps in recognizing the causes of suffering, ultimately guiding individuals towards enlightenment and liberation. Through this process, Vipassana cultivates wisdom that transcends intellectual knowledge, promoting a transformative experience of clarity and insight.