The Abhidharma course has finally ended, with a series of 5 lectures packed over the weekends. I am sincerely thankful to the organisers and Sayalay Susila who have made this crash course possible. I also rejoice for all my fellow participants for this course.
In the 3 baskets of Tripitaka, Abhidharma is regarded as the higher Dharma, recited by Arahat Mahakassapa during the 1st sermon. Every now and then, I have heard bits and pieces of the Abhidharma from various Dharma talks by different teachers. This course has magnificently bring these pieces together and fit them into a larger and clearer picture.
The unfortunate part is that Sayalay was only able to cover the consciousness part of the Abhidharma. However, she has planned to complete the remaining of the Abhidharma after returning from her USA and Cananda trips, covering on Matter and Mental Factors. One excellent news is that she will be publishing her book on Abhidharma very soon, probably in 2 months' time. Sadhu x 3!
Contrary to last evening (again), today's sessions were much more comprehensive and interesting to me. It may be just knowledge and theories, but having the fortune to possess these knowledge this life will greatly help to support our future lives. Moreover, the learnings from the Abidharma has greatly increased my faith for the Triple Gems.
There was a sharing session between Darren, Vincent and me over the dinner. All of us could feel the fear factor after listening to the Abhidharma. As what Vincent said: Not much time to waste already. Darren exclaimed: Dun u think we can recall more of our unwholesome acts than the wholesome ones?
Sunday, February 06, 2005
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