The Four Immeasurables (Infinite Qualities/Attitudes/Virtues/Divine
Abodes):
(the Metta Sutra of Shakyamani Buddha considers these the path to liberation)
(the Metta Sutra of Shakyamani Buddha considers these the path to liberation)
1. Loving Kindness (Maitri or Metta) Caring, selfless wish for all beings to be happy
2. Compassion ((Karuna) The wish for all beings to be freed from suffering (altruism)
3. Empathetic Joy (Mudita) Rejoicing in the happiness and virtues of all beings
4. Equanimity (Upekkha) Clear mindedness, tranquility, serenity, balance, peace
The Twelve Great Perfections (Purifying and Transcendent Virtues/Paramitas):
1. Generosity (Dana) Benevolence, forgiveness, altruism, giving of oneself
2. Morality(Sila) Discipline, proper, ethical, virtuous conduct
3. Patience (Kshanti) Tolerance, forbearance, acceptance, temperance
4. Diligence (Virya) Steadfast energy, vigor, effort, enthusiasm
5. Awareness (Dhyana) Mindfulness, presence, concentration, attention
6. Wisdom (Prajna) Insight, understanding, discernment, knowledge, clarity
7. Skillful Means (Upaya) Appropriate, prudent, proper, correct, suitable useful methods
8. Determination (Pranidhana) Resolve, aspiration, intention, vow
9. Spiritual Power, Strength, or Force(Bala) Miracles, blessings, holiness, sacredness
10. Knowledge (Jnana) Understanding inseparable from the total experience of reality
11. Honesty (Sacca): Truthful, authentic, genuine, sincere, trustworthy, open, real
12. Renunciation (Nehhhamma) Restraint from harmful cravings and desires
Buddhist "Lower Powers"
Ten Hindrances :(Kleshas): Greed, Hate,
Delusion, Conceit, Wrong Views, Doubt, Dormancy, Restlessness, Recklessness,
Shamelessness,
Fifteen Defilements: Greed, Ill Will, Hostility, Denigration,
Dominance, Envy, Jealousy, Hypocrisy, Fraud, Obstinacy, Presumption, Conceit,
Arrogance, Vanity, Negligence
Ten Great Precepts: Meanness,
Aggression, Using Intoxicants, Praising Oneself, Gossiping, Lying, Sexual
Misconduct, Taking Life, Stealing