Reasons for Spiritual Dhamma in the Theravada Buddhist Philosophy

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to study the reasons for attaining Dhamma in Theravada Buddhist philosophy. From the study it was found that Humans are people who can develop themselves. And those who have been developed and trained him considered himself to be the best among humans. The principle of self-development, both physical and mental, is called the Threefold Discipline, which consists of morality, concentration, and wisdom. These three things will promote and support each other. Precepts lead to concentration Concentration produces strong wisdom which makes the mind able to abandon all defilements. That is, he has attained the rank of a noble person in Buddhism. Another important aspect is that Buddhism recognizes the equal potential of human beings. Both monks and laity have no difference in attaining the Dhamma. In the Commentary on the Dhammapada that appears He has shown evidence of attainment of Dhamma as a person who follows the Threefold Principles. The threefold principle is a principle that those ordained into Buddhism must study and practice. Which will be a tool for eliminating all defilements and afflictions Leads to the path to freedom from suffering.