An introduction to friendliness (mettā)

Friendliness (mettā in Pāli) is an emotional and intentional attitude of goodwill and non-aversion towards all sentient beings, including oneself. It is rooted in both feeling and understanding. In the Pāli discourses of the Buddha, friendliness is repeatedly stressed and encouraged for its numerous...

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Main Author:	Sangiacomo, Andrea
Format:	Online
Language:	English
Published:	University of Groningen Press 2023
Subjects:	Buddhist philosophy; Emotions; Friendliness; Meditation; Ancient India; Compassion; Contemplative practices; Intentionality; Desire; Loving-kindness Buddhist philosophy Emotions Friendliness Meditation Ancient India Compassion Contemplative practices Intentionality Desire Loving-kindness Textbook thema EDItEUR::Q Philosophy and Religion::QR Religion and beliefs::QRF Buddhism thema EDItEUR::Q Philosophy and Religion::QR Religion and beliefs::QRV Aspects of religion::QRVJ Prayers and liturgical material::QRVJ1 Worship, rites, ceremonies and rituals
Online Access:	https://library.oapen.org/handle/20.500.12657/62569
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