SAMSARA

SAMSARA

Sequence of change, impermanence, the continual repetitive cycle of birth and death Samsara literally means "wandering-on," “continuous movement” and is commonly translated as “cyclic existence” or “cycle of existence”.

In every spring there is fall, and in every birth there is death.

The Four Thoughts.

One, we have a precious human body capable of gaining enlightenment and assisting others in the process.

Two, everything is impermanent; ourselves and the condition of the natural and man-made world, if you will.

Three, everything is made up of Karma; you are the result of it and everything that’s been done results in karma bouncing around.

Four, we exist in the state of Samsara, this gross physical realm where we can be either animals chasing tails or carrots tied to string – or we can become elevated beings.

The Four Immeasurables.

Love for self,

Love for others,

Love for the happiness of others

and Love for all in equanimity.

If it’s not done out of love it’s not worth doing. The only way out of Samsara is through Nirvana.