Janna · Oct 7, 2026
QUESTION 23: WHAT ARE THE FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF A PROPER MEDITATION METHOD THAT ANYONE CAN PRACTICE?
ANSWER: The fundamental principles of a proper meditation method, accessible to all, include:
● Practitioners are encouraged to actively accumulate merit by helping countless others, as deep meditative absorption requires a profound reservoir of merit.
● One of the most fundamental and powerful ways to cultivate merit is by expressing absolute reverence toward the Buddhas and Arahants. This is cultivated through the act of bowing with deep homage and sincere devotion. According to the law of karma, honoring enlightened beings plants the seed of awakening, fostering spiritual growth across countless lifetimes.
● Practitioners are encouraged to regularly bow to the Buddha and sincerely repent for past transgressions. In daily life, they should also frequently reflect on and remain mindful of their past misdeeds with deep repentance.
● Practitioners are encouraged to diligently refine their moral integrity, carefully identifying and addressing even the smallest mistakes, as a serene mind always follows a virtuous and benevolent soul.
● Deep meditation practice requires physical resilience. Practitioners should prioritize good health by engaging in internal energy cultivation (such as Qigong), maintaining a balanced diet, and ensuring proper work-rest balance.
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