The 8 Advantages of
contemplating Dissolution: When
one continually notes the breakup of all constructions, then contemplation
of Dissolution
grows strong & habitual! This brings these 8 advantages into being:
1: Elimination of false view of permanence, constancy & eternal (re)becoming.
2: Letting go of attachment to life itself and any form of being in existence! 3: Constant
and continuous improving mental release... 4: Victory over
both Attraction & Aversion.
5: Purified livelihood
and morality. 6: Patience and Gentleness. 7:
Freedom from Anxiety! 8:
Absence of Fear!
Regarding which the
Ancient Elders remarked: On realizing these 8 perfect qualities, One comprehends constructions fully, Continually
Noting
their Breakup
in order To swiftly attain the
Deathless State of Bliss,
like the Sage with a burning turban. SN 56:34 [V,440]
