Alobha
In this article, the topic of Alobha will be addressed from different perspectives in order to analyze its impact on current society. Throughout history, Alobha has been a topic of constant debate and its influence has transcended borders and cultures. Through this writing, we seek to delve deeper into Alobha and understand its importance in the current context, exploring its implications and consequences. Through reflection and analysis, the aim is to offer a comprehensive vision of Alobha and its relevance in various areas, posing questions and reflections that invite reflection and debate on this topic that is so relevant today.
| Translations of Alobha | |
|---|---|
| English | non-attachment, without attachment |
| Sanskrit | alobha |
| Pali | 𑀅𑀮𑁄𑀪, alobha |
| Chinese | 無貪(T) / 无贪(S) |
| Indonesian | tanpa-keserakahan |
| Korean | 무탐 (RR: mutam) |
| Tibetan | མ་ཆགས་པ། (Wylie: ma chags pa; THL: machakpa) |
| Vietnamese | Vô tham |
| Glossary of Buddhism | |
| Part of Theravāda Abhidhamma |
| 52 Cetasikas |
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| Theravāda Buddhism |
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Alobha (Sanskrit, Pali; Tibetan Wylie: ma chags pa) is a Buddhist term translated as "non-attachment" or "non-greed". It is defined as the absence of attachment or desire towards worldly things or worldly existence. It causes one to not engage in unwholesome actions.[1][2] It is one of the virtuous mental factors within the Abhidharma teachings.
The Abhidharma-samuccaya states:
- What is alobha? It is not to be attached to a mode of life and all that is involved with it. It functions in providing the basis for not being caught up in non-virtuous action.[1]
See also
- Adosa (Non-hatred)
- Amoha (Non-delusion)
- Buddhist paths to liberation
- Mental factors (Buddhism)
Notes
References
- Guenther, Herbert V. & Leslie S. Kawamura (1975), Mind in Buddhist Psychology: A Translation of Ye-shes rgyal-mtshan's "The Necklace of Clear Understanding". Dharma Publishing. Kindle Edition.
- Kunsang, Erik Pema (translator) (2004). Gateway to Knowledge, Vol. 1. North Atlantic Books.