Seven factors of enlightenment
From Buddhist Encyclopedia
Three Jewels
Buddha . Dharma . Sangha
Three Dharma Seals
Anicca . Dukkha . Anatta
Karma . Rebirth
Samsara . Nirvana
Four Noble Truths
Seven Sets
Four Frames of Reference
Four Right Exertions
Four Bases of Power
Five Faculties
Five Strengths
Seven Factors of Awakening
Noble Eightfold Path
Bodhisattva
Four Great Vows
Ten Great Vows
According to Buddhism, the Seven Factors of Enlightenment (Bojjhangas, or Sambojjhangas) are:
- Mindfulness, Sati i.e. to be aware and mindful in all activities and movements both physical and mental
- Investigation Dhamma Vicaya and research into the various problems of Dhamma or doctrine.
- Energy, Viriya
- Joy, Piti
- Relaxation of both body and mind Passaddhi
- Concentration,Samadhi
- Equanimity, Upekkha, to be able to face life in all its vicissitudes with calm of mind and tranquillity, without disturbance
During meditation, one may study, think and deliberate on the Seven Factors of Enlightenment as well as the Five Hindrances.
According to the Maha Cunda Bojjhanga Sutta (SN46:16) once when the Buddha was gravely ill he asked Venerable Mahacunda to recite the Seven Factors of Enlightenment to him. In such a way the Buddha was cured of his illness.
