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Many people (Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike) begin to meditate because a gentle longing arises in them: a longing to know the answer to a few basic questions: who am I, is there something beyond the 3-dimensional world, what is life ultimately about?
This longing propels a person into meditation, because mystics from all traditions down through the ages have promised that if you meditate, you will begin to get a glimpse into the answers to these questions.
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∙ 10y agoThe purpose of meditation is usually for relaxation although it also can be used as a form of strengthening certain muscles, usually in the form of yoga
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Do Buddhists get so deep in meditation they float?
Meditation does not impact the laws of gravitation - so no, meditating Buddhists don't levitate.
Why are zen Buddhists called meditation Buddhist's?
because they are
How do Buddhists calm their minds to focus?
Buddhists use meditation as a method of relaxing the mind and listening to their inner mind and intuition. There are many methods of meditation, including deep breathing or Vipassana meditation. Whatever method is employed, the object is to still and mind, and enter a state of nothingness.
What can a person achieve during meditation?
Meditation allows a person to relax. However Buddhists believe the practice can elevate a person to ultimate enlightenment.
Substances abuse in Buddhist?
True Buddhists achieve their "highs" from meditation, not on psychedelic drugs.
How do Buddhists calm their minds so they can think clearly?
Meditation. If you want to know a bit more about meditation, I suggest you read Ajahn Sumedho's 'Mindfulness - the Path to the Deathless'.
What do Buddhists do on Sunday?
Sunday is just another day of the week to Buddhists. In cultures where Sunday is observed as a day of rest (countries with a Christian tradition) they may iuse it to attend sessions at the temple for meditation or lectures on Buddhism. They would use the same logic to attend services in countries where Friday or Saturday are used for this same purpose.
Where do Buddhists worship in?
Buddhists do not worship any god, deity or person; not even the Buddha. We revere the Buddha for bringing us his wisdom and teachings. Buddhists Temples are places were monks and nuns live and study the Buddha's teachings. They also hold lessons and meditation practice for lay Buddhists.
Can you name all the different types of meditation techniques and their purpose?
There are many different types of meditation techniques, including Zen meditation, which serves the purpose of lowering the heart rate and producing deep relaxation.
What is the purpose of a Buddhists life?
to get enlightenment free from suffering
When do Buddhist pray?
Buddhists do not have a specific time when they are supposed to pray. Rather, each individual may cultivate a prayer or meditation ritual based on a schedule that suits their life.
Why non-Buddhists might choose practice of meditation?
Meditation was around before buddhism was even founded. Anyone is welcome to practice meditation, whether you have a religion or not. It all depends on the choice of the person, meditation can be used as prayer, a time to think, empty the mind, etc... so if someone finds meditation useful for them they are welcome to use it. For the same reasons that buddhist's use it for or not. Hope that helped.
