calm abiding
See: shamatha
C
Chan Buddhism
A Chinese Mahayana Buddhist tradition centered on meditation and direct realization, Chan is traditionally traced to the legendary Indian monk Bodhidharma. The term chan derives from Sanskrit dhyana, meaning meditation, and reflects an emphasis on experiential…
consciousness
A central concept in Buddhist theories of mind, consciousness refers to the moment-to-moment processes of knowing and awareness involved in perception and cognition. Consciousness is analyzed extensively in abhidharma traditions and receives particular emphasis in Yogacara…
craving
Craving refers to the habitual drive to seek pleasure, avoid pain, and secure a stable sense of self or existence. In classical Buddhist teaching, three forms are identified: craving for sensual pleasure, craving for continued existence,…
compassion
See: karuna
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