Dhamma-Vinaya Patipadā Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

An ovāda based on the Dhammapada verse: All compounded things are impermanent When with wisdom this is seen (One) develops dispassion for the world This is the path to purity

A Dhamma discussion based on the question... "Bhante, can you please explain how anapanasati can develop insight or discernment, or to removal of the defilements? Do you think that the modern variations of mindfulness of breathing can lead to the same "great fruits and great benefits" as how the Buddha taught it?"

This ovāda discusses the seeming paradox of how the intense application of effort in practice can lead to almost immediate peace and ease.

Dhamma discussion based on the question... "I’ve recently come across a post by (a Venerable)... that has raised some concerns for me. In the post, he describes a growing “ultra-right extremist Buddhism” and characterizes a broad range of views—including "incel culture, anti-feminism, vaccine skepticism, fans of Jordan Peterson, opposition to bhikkhuni ordination, transphobia, homophobia, and climate change denial"—as part of this trend. He also criticizes the idea that Buddhists should focus solely on the Dhamma and avoid worldly concerns, labeling this perspective “elevationism” and equating it with covert support for right-wing ideologies. ... This raises a question for me: is such a far-left perspective, as expressed in (the Venerable's) post, supported by the Dhamma and the EBTs? Or does it represent an external political ideology influencing parts of the Buddhist community? I wish to ask this in the most respectful manner possible, thank you."

This ovāda discusses the importance of staying in the present moment to give strength to one's practice.

A Dhamma discussion based on the questions... 1. How do you get rid of arrogance? 2. How can you practice to be more humble? 3. How can you avoid feeling condescending toward people who are less spiritual?

This talk discusses the ways in which concentration and insight practices complement one another and when to switch between them

A Dhamma discussion based on the question (paraphrased)... "I've had an experience where I just see things arising and passing away, but I don't know how to cross beyond that. Do you have any advice?"

This ovāda discusses the importance of staying with goodness during difficult times

A Dhamma discussion based on the questions... What is the citta nimitta? What are nimittas in general?