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Twelve Contemplations or anupreksa is an important tool for meditation. In Yogasastra, Hemcandra gives great importance to the twelve contemplations since constant reflections on these bhavanas results in detachment in worldly matters which in turn results in equanimity. With equanimity, passions (kasaya) are eliminated resulting in mental purity.
Jnanarnava is a fairly extensive work and has 39 chapters and 2230 verses. The 39 chapters are: [3] Pithika (Background); Dvadasha Bhavana (Twelve Contemplations); Dhyana Lakshana (Characteristics of Meditation)
This period also sees the elucidation of the practice of contemplation (anuprekṣā) by Kundakunda's Vārassa-aṇuvekkhā or “Twelve Contemplations” (c. 1st century BCE to 1st century CE). [30] These twelve forms of reflection aid in the stopping of the influx of karmas that extend transmigration. These twelve reflections are: [31]
Amongst the Twelve Contemplations of Jains, one is the loneliness of one's soul and nature of the universe and transmigration. Hence only by cleansing our soul by our own actions can we help ourselves. [15]
Contemplation was an important part of the philosophy of Plato; Plato thought that through contemplation, the soul may ascend to knowledge of the Form of the Good or other divine Forms. [4]
Once the peas have simmered to tender, spoon the cornbread batter into the simmering peas, making 8-12 dumplings. Cover and allow to simmer for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and enjoy warm ...
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The 12 grapes, which stand for the months of the year, need to be eaten one by one before the clock changes to 12:01. If the grapes are consumed, the tradition states good luck will be by your ...