Benefits And Pitfalls Of Renunciation - Ajahn Brahmali | 23 July 2023

Blurb:
00:00 - Guided Meditation
31:25 - Dhamma Talk
1:04:26 - Q&A
In this talk, Ajahn Brahmali speaks on the theme of benefits and pitfalls of renunciation. Being more of an internal phenomenon rather than a mere external state, the Pali word for renunciation, Nekhamma, refers to letting go of the world of the five senses. One of the main benefits of the monastic life is the company of Kalyanamittas, spiritual friends, and they bring out the best in us. It is accentuated by a teacher who is a living example of the Dhamma. The dangers of the monastic life often arise from using force and will power to suppress negative mind states. Therefore, one is encouraged to focus on the overall progress in terms of the increase in positive qualities such as kindness, gentleness and mindfulness and decrease in negative states such as anger and ill will. Ajahn beautifully explains how the monastic life is actually about living a moral life, a life of service and generosity. In the suttas being generous is akin to enlightenment and letting go of the sense of self, which is the main cause of many of life’s problems. It is the final act of renunciation. During the Q&A session, among many important questions, Ajahn addresses how to balance the lay family life with the spiritual life by making everything we do in accordance with the Dhamma where our only concern must be our own conduct in regard to those we live and work with.
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[@clairejohnston2461]

Always enjoy Ajahn Brahmali’s talks. 🙏

[@SheepishWilly]

Me too. I always find them enormously inspiring.

[@barrie888]

i am a HCW and have on occasion treated the monks from a nearby monastery. They are easy to deal with and i have previously noticed how well they carry themselves in the difficult circumstance of ill health.

[@SheepishWilly]

Thank you very much for these guided meditations Ajahn Brahmali. I have been struggling to meditate, due to tremendous remorse over my actions, and this is incredibly helpful. We are so grateful to you. Thank you so much.