Indasoma Bhikkhu Explores Buddha's Teachings on Citta and Sensory Perception with Sri Lankan University Students and Psychologists

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Date and Location: March 13, 2024, Near the Bodhi Tree, Sri Lanka

Summary: Renowned Buddhist monk Indasoma Bhikkhu delivered an enlightening Dhamma teaching on the Buddha's philosophy and teachings to a gathering of Sri Lankan university students and psychologists. Using an Experiential Base Teaching Methodology, Bhikkhu delved into the intricate workings of the mind, particularly focusing on how citta arises in response to sensory stimuli through the six sense bases.

Under the serene shade of the historic Bodhi Tree, a group of eager minds assembled to explore the depths of Buddhist philosophy. Led by the venerable Indasoma Bhikkhu, the students and psychologists embarked on a journey of discovery into the intricacies of the mind and sensory perception.

Drawing from the timeless wisdom of the Buddha's teachings, Bhikkhu skillfully elucidated the concept of citta – the mind – and its interaction with the six sense bases: eyes, ears, nose, tongue, body, and mind. Through engaging discussions and experiential exercises, attendees gained insights into how sensory stimuli give rise to consciousness and shape our perceptions of the world.

Bhikkhu emphasized the impermanent and conditioned nature of sensory experiences, highlighting the Buddha's teachings on the Three Marks of Existence: impermanence (anicca), unsatisfactoriness (dukkha), and non-self (anatta). He elucidated how our attachment to sensory experiences leads to suffering and dissatisfaction, underscoring the importance of cultivating mindfulness and wisdom to transcend these limitations.

Using the Experiential Base Teaching Methodology, Bhikkhu encouraged participants to explore their own sensory experiences through guided meditation and reflective exercises. By tuning into the present moment and observing the arising and passing away of sensations, attendees deepened their understanding of the mind-body relationship and the nature of perception.

In his teachings, Bhikkhu emphasized the practical relevance of the Buddha's teachings in today's world, particularly in the field of psychology. By integrating mindfulness practices and insights from Buddhist psychology, he highlighted the potential for personal transformation and mental well-being.

As the afternoon sun gently bathed the gathering in its golden light, the session concluded with a sense of reverence and gratitude. Inspired by Bhikkhu's teachings, participants departed with renewed clarity and a deeper appreciation for the profound wisdom of the Buddha's teachings.

Indasoma Bhikkhu's insightful Dhamma teaching offered a timeless reminder of the profound insights into the workings of the mind and the path to liberation as elucidated by the Buddha over two millennia ago.



 

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