Keyword #5 Abhidharma
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In this episode, Martino talks about the Buddhist keyword “abhidharma,” a crucial development in Buddhist literature, emerging as a systematic exposition of the Buddha’s teachings and forming a part of the Tripiṭaka (“Three Baskets”).
Discussed in this episode: “abhidharma” (translating to “higher teachings” or “higher dharma”): a critical and analytical elaboration of Buddhist doctrines, particularly concerning epistemology, psychology, and metaphysics. It systematizes the teachings found in the sūtras into precise, technical descriptions of reality and the processes of mental and physical phenomena.
Detailed show notes: https://www.martinodibeltuloconcu.com/enlightenment-legacies/keywords
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