Meditation book Flashcards
compassionate
feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others
impermanence
The doctrine asserts that all of conditioned existence, without exception, is “transient, evanescent, inconstant”.
sutra
is a Sanskrit word that means “string” or “thread”
adept
very skilled or proficient at something.
condition
have a significant influence on or determine (the manner or outcome of something).
apparent
clearly visible or understood; obvious
steady
firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving.
dignity
the state or quality of being worthy of honour or respect.
rigid
unable to bend or be forced out of shape; not flexible
contemplative
expressing or involving prolonged thought.
nourishing
containing substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition
furrow
make a rut, groove, or trail in (the ground or the surface of something).
(with reference to the forehead or face) mark or be marked with lines or wrinkles caused by frowning, anxiety, or concentration.
tingly
causing or experiencing a slight prickling or stinging sensation
tenderness
gentleness and kindness; kindliness.
pinpricks
a prick caused by a pin.
throb
a steady pulsation.
rapture
a feeling of intense pleasure or joy.
superficial
appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely
existing or occurring at or on the surface
swirls
move in a twisting or spiralling pattern.
resentment
bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.
meadow
a piece of grassland, especially one used for hay.
doctrines
a belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a Church, political party, or other group.
transient
lasting only for a short time; impermanent
evanescent
soon passing out of sight, memory, or existence; quickly fading or disappearing
supreme
highest in rank or authority.
indignation
anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment
Aversion
a strong dislike or disinclination
bliss
perfect happiness; great joy.
contentment
a state of happiness and satisfaction
recapitulates
summarize and state again the main points of.
dormant
(of an animal) having normal physical functions suspended or slowed down for a period of time; in or as if in a deep sleep.
spaciousness
containing much space, as a house, room, or vehicle; amply large. occupying much space; vast. of a great extent or area; broad; large; great: the spacious prairies.
entangle
cause to become twisted together with or caught in.
dissolve
become or cause to become incorporated into a liquid so as to form a solution.
sorrow
a feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune suffered by oneself or others.
cease
come or bring to an end
chanting
say or shout repeatedly in a sing-song tone
condoning
accept (behaviour that is considered morally wrong or offensive).
approve or sanction (something), especially with reluctance.
authentic
of undisputed origin and not a copy; genuine.
grief
intense sorrow, especially caused by someone’s death.
platitudes
a remark or statement, especially one with a moral content, that has been used too often to be interesting or thoughtful.
receptive
willing to consider or accept new suggestions and ideas.
cynicism
an inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; scepticism.
yearn
have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.
neglect
fail to care for properly.
consciously
in a deliberate and intentional way.
unity
the state of being united or joined as a whole.
rote
mechanical or habitual repetition of something to be learned
cot
a small bed with high barred sides for a baby or very young child.
pulmonary
relating to the lungs
nourish
keep (a feeling or belief) in one’s mind, typically for a long time.
multitude
a large number of people or things.
transcience
the state or fact of lasting only for a short time;
solitude
the state or situation of being alone.
compelling
evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way.
perpetrated
carry out or commit (a harmful, illegal, or immoral action).
alleviate
make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe
equanimity
calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation.
frantic
distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion
perseverance
persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
inclination
a person’s natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way; a disposition.
secular
not connected with religious or spiritual matters.
distress
extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain
disposition
a person’s inherent qualities of mind and character.
