The Noble Eightfold Path. Samadhi.
Within the Noble Eightfold Path, Factors related to the cultivation of samadhi absorption are of great relevance.. These factors are: the Right Effort (The same Vayama), Mindfulness…
The Noble Eightfold Path. Prajña.
The wisdom, known in Sanskrit as prajña, It is the first component of the Noble Eightfold Path, and constitutes the basis of deep understanding in Buddhism. This wisdom does not refer…
Tisarana. The Three Refuges in Buddhism: Origen, Importance and Meaning
The Three Refuges or Tisarana is one of the fundamental practices of Buddhism and is at the heart of the spiritual life of Buddhist practitioners in all its forms.…
The Noble Eightfold Path. Sila.
Ethical conduct, known as sila in Buddhism, It is one of the fundamental aspects on the path to liberation from suffering and enlightenment. This behavior is based…
Introduction to the Four Noble Truths
The Four Noble Truths are the heart of the Buddha's teachings, but they should not be understood as absolute truths in which one must blindly believe.. They are practical principles…
Gyōji: Continuing practice in the Soto Zen tradition
In Soto Zen Buddhism, one of the most important terms to understand its practice is gyōji (uphold), which can be translated as “continuous practice”. This concept is fundamental because we…
The Life of Siddhartha Gautama (the buddha)
The Life of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, It is a story that has inspired millions of people throughout the centuries.. It's a narrative of discovery,…
Soto Zen: The Practice of Zazen and its Impact on Everyday Life
Our name is Soto Zen Camino Medio Community (CSZCM), The term Zen is very well known today but the term Soto is not so well known, which is why we have considered…
How to overcome obstacles in practice
Five Remedies for Obstacles The human mind in Buddhist tradition is often compared to a pond., and spiritual practice with the effort to see its depth….
The five obstacles in the practice of meditation.
Shakyamuni Buddha taught that conquering one's own mind is a more admirable achievement than defeating a thousand men in a thousand battles.. As we deepen our practice of…
Fundamental aspects in the initial practice of meditation
We have seen that it is essential to learn to pay attention to breathing and maintain correct posture. We have also highlighted the importance of immobility in practice. A…
Introduction to the Way of Zen
The central figure of Buddhism is not a god, but a human being: Siddhartha Gautama. According to Buddhist tradition, Gautama was the heir to a small kingdom in the Himalayas.…
Historical and Cultural Context in India at the time of the Buddha
To fully understand the Buddha's teachings, It is essential to place them in the context of the society in which they were born. Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, lived in the…
The Middle Way: The Path of Trust and the Transcendence of Dualities
Middle Way is one of the most important concepts in Buddhism, y, one of the most profound and transformative. It is a path of balance and wisdom that…