The Mental Development According to the Buddhist Ethics

Abstract

This academic article aims to present mental development through the Buddhist ethics. It is found that there are two methods of mental development: 1) Tranqualliy method. It is to develop the mind to have peace by practicing the mindfulness on breathing, etc. until the mind is focused and attains absorption. 2) Insight method with the Foundation of mindfulness and consideration of the three principles Until attains the 9 supermundane states and achieving the ultimate goal of the Unconditioned State or Nibbana.