Meditation vs Health, Longevity and Illness Healing by Bhante Dhammapala 1st Dec 2023, BDMS

Bhante Dhammapala reminds us that the goal of Buddhist meditation is for the cessation of suffering and the ending of greed, aversion and delusion (Nibbana). However the efficacy of mindfulness meditation has lead to much scientific research and coupled with its popularity with the public, it is the health aspect that is more emphasized. In the Pali text there are only a few suttas that touches on this issue of health. Bhante also introduces a system of 5 sounds that enhances chanting. When you add this as a prelude to meditation, the quality of your sitting will be enhanced. Bhante Dhammapala is the Founder and Abbot of Brahmavihara Monastery & Retreat Centre Melaka, Bodhivana Monastery of Sungai Pelek and The Centre of Mindfulness in Hong Kong. He travels frequently to conduct meditation retreats, Dhamma talks as well as Dhamma camps for youths and teenagers.