One way to help us dwell in the present moment is to practice reciting gathas or mindfulness verses. When we focus our mind on a gatha, we return to ourselves and become more aware of each action. When the gatha ends, we continue our activity with heightened awareness. When we drive a car, signs can help us find our way.

2022年7月25日 · Gathas are short verses that call us to the present moment. Reciting gathas is a good way to meditate while engaged in any activity, be it sacred or mundane. Joining the breath, the mind, and the activity of the body, the practice invites us into a deep, direct experience of our environment and our self.

2020年1月15日 · Gathas are short verses that help us practice mindfulness in our daily activities. A gatha can open and deepen our experience of simple acts which we often take for granted. When we focus our mind on a gatha, we return to ourselves and become more aware of each action. When the gatha ends, we continue our activity with heightened awareness.

Gāthā is Sanskrit for “song” or “verse” and is derived from the root word gai meaning to sing, speak or recite. Gathas come to us from several traditions including Jain, Buddhist and Zoroastrian. Gathas in contemporary mindfulness practice are short sayings or verses – usually recited silently – that help focus our minds on the here and now.

2012年2月29日 · 31 Inviting the Bell to Sound (Version 1) Body, speech, and mind held in perfect oneness, I send my heart along with the sound of the bell. May the hearers awaken from forgetfulness and transcend all anxiety and sorrow.

“Gathas are short verses which we can recite during our daily activities to help us dwell in mindfulness. To meditate is to be aware of what is going on— in our bodies, our feelings, our minds, and in the world. One way to help us dwell in the present moment is to practice reciting gathas or mindfulness verses.

2023年5月14日 · Gāthā is Sanskrit for “song” or “verse” and is derived from the root word gai meaning to sing, speak or recite. Gathas come to us from several traditions including Jain, Buddhist and Zoroastrian. What are the 3 types of meditation in Buddhism? What is Metta meditation? How do you do gatha meditation? What is the Dharmakaya in Buddhism?

Body, speech, and mind are calmed. There is no longer any thought of right and wrong. Mindfulness is shining on the five skandhas. The original face will be found, and the shore of illusion will be left behind. Sisters and brothers, diligently bring your mind into meditation. Namo Shakyamunaye Buddhaya (three times). 39 Impermanence

Gatha Practice Stop: to prioritize self-care. Breathe: to connect mind and body. Think (Begin Gatha): Silently recite first statement with in-breath; second statement with outbreath; third with in-breath. Choose (seal Gatha): Release final breath with final Gatha statement and hand on your heart—sealing in your intention.

Gatha is a Sanskrit term meaning "verse" or "hymn". In Buddhist literature it is used to designate the versified portion of the sutras. Chinese scholars have adopted this word for their Versified compositions, which are known as chieh , an abbreviation of chieh-t'o , or as chieh-sang , which is the combination of the Sanskrit and the Chinese.