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Virtuous conduct (sīla) to the Buddhist path of liberation., ALL, Joy…
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The Buddha's teachings clearly show that good behavior is essential for anyone wanting to follow from the Buddhist path to liberation. It's not just about following rules - it's about creating the right conditions for our mind to become peaceful and wise. Without good behavior:
- We can't meditate properly
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- We can't reach enlightenment
It's like trying to reach the top of a mountain - you need to start at the bottom and take each step carefully. Good behavior is the first and continuing step on this journey.
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The Mahācattārīsaka Sutta (MN 117) : In the Noble Eightfold Path, three parts are about good behavior:
The statement that "ethics is an intrinsic aspect of liberation" is strongly supported by Buddhist teachings. The Buddha taught that good behavior (sīla) is absolutely necessary for anyone wanting to reach enlightenment. It's like building a house - you need a strong foundation first. Let's look at what the Buddha actually said about this in his teachings.
In the Sāmaññaphala Sutta (DN 2), the Buddha explained that when we behave well:
- This seeing leads to freedom
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