1. I contemplate how much positive potential I have accumulated in order to receive this
food given by others.
2. I contemplate my practice, constantly trying to improve it.
3. I contemplate my mind, cautiously guarding it from wrongdoing, greed, and
other defilements.
4. I contemplate this food, treating it as wondrous medicine to nourish my body.
5. I contemplate the aim of Buddhahood, accepting and consuming this food in
order to accomplish it.
food given by others.
2. I contemplate my practice, constantly trying to improve it.
3. I contemplate my mind, cautiously guarding it from wrongdoing, greed, and
other defilements.
4. I contemplate this food, treating it as wondrous medicine to nourish my body.
5. I contemplate the aim of Buddhahood, accepting and consuming this food in
order to accomplish it.
The Buddha teaches the Disciples: While
eating, observe the five Contemplations!
A confused mind and talk, renders the
Faithful's Offerings indigestible.
Therefore while receiving food, all shall be
mindful. Then one may receive this offering.
eating, observe the five Contemplations!
A confused mind and talk, renders the
Faithful's Offerings indigestible.
Therefore while receiving food, all shall be
mindful. Then one may receive this offering.
